The BC Information Summit – Friday September 29, 2006

Of possible interest some some BCLA members
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The BC Information Summit – Friday September 29
www.infosummit.ca

BC's Freedom of Information Act, passed in 1992, was designed to make BC's government more open and accountable. Then-Attorney General Colin Gabelman proclaimed, “We want to create a ‘culture of openness' within government so that information is routinely released.”

That was the theory then; what is the reality today? Has FOI really made the government more transparent and accountable? Has it empowered citizens? Is government really more open than it was fourteen years ago?

The first BC Information Summit brings together academics, legal experts, journalists, present and past elected officials and experienced Freedom of Information requesters from every sector of society. Together, they shall explore the challenges and solutions of creating an open government and a free flow of information to the public.

For agenda, speaker and ticket information click here.

All ticket prices include a buffet lunch and tickets ordered before September 18 can take advantage of the early bird rates. Rates are as follows:


Early Bird (before Sept. 18)
Regular

Organization rate*
$75
$90
Individual rate**
$55
$65
Senior/student rate
$25
$30

*Organization rate for those attending on behalf of their company or organization.
**Individual rate for those attending on their own behalf.
If you would like to contact us at the BC Information Summit, please call 604.255.1336 or email info@infosummit.ca.

The BC Information Summit is presented by:
BC Freedom of Information & Privacy Association
Canadian Taxpayers Federation
UBC School of Journalism

And co-sponsored by:
BC Civil Liberties Association
BC Coalition of People with Disabilities
BC Library Association
Canadian Newspaper Association
Canadian Office & Professional Employees Union
Trial Lawyers Association of BC