August 30, 2024

Why mediation matters: Improving outcomes in FOI appeals | L'importance de la médiation : Améliorer les résultats des appels en matière d'accès à l'information

37 minutes

Mediation is a powerful and efficient way to resolve freedom of information appeals. This episode explores the value-add of mediation and how building trust, active listening, and education can lead to win-win settlements for both parties. Commissioner Kosseim speaks with Shaun Sanderson, a mediator at the IPC, about how mediation works, what parties should do to prepare, and what they can expect to get out of the process.

La médiation est un moyen puissant et efficace de résoudre les appels en matière d'accès à l'information. Cet épisode explore la valeur ajoutée de la médiation et la manière dont la confiance, l'écoute active et l'éducation peuvent conduire à des accords gagnants pour les deux parties. La commissaire Kosseim s'entretient avec Shaun Sanderson, médiatrice au CIPVP, sur le fonctionnement de la médiation, sur ce que les parties doivent faire pour se préparer et sur ce qu'elles peuvent attendre du processus. The information, opinions, and recommendations presented in this podcast

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