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- Yes. A school board may not collect personal information unless the collection is: expressly authorized by law, or necessary to the proper administration of a lawfully authorized activity7 This applies to all collections of personal information.
www.ipc.on.ca/sites/default/files/legacy/2019/01/guide-to-privacy-access-in-ont-schools.pdfA Guide to Privacy and Access to Information in Ontario Schools
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If a school board has the legal authority to collect personal information, and it is collecting the information directly from the student, or their parents or guardians, then the school board does not require consent.
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MFIPPA protects privacy by setting rules for the collection,...
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MFIPPA protects privacy by setting rules for the collection, use and disclosure of personal information. In this guide, we consider these three topics, beginning with the rules for how school boards collect personal information.
If a school board has the legal authority to collect personal information, and it is collecting the information directly from the student, or their parents or guardians, then the school board does not require consent.
Freedom of Information (FOI) legislation requires school boards to protect the privacy of an individual’s personal information. It also gives individuals the right of access to government—in this case, school board—information, including most general records and any records containing their own personal information.
The Toronto District School Board is committed to the highest level of privacy and confidentiality. TDSB has a duty to protect the personal information that TDSB collects, uses and discloses under the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, R.S.O. 1990, c. M.56 (MFIPPA) in its custody and control.
The Privacy policy and procedure supports student success and fosters well-being by contributing to safe and supportive schools and workplaces. It is intended to protect an individual’s privacy and ensure appropriate collection, use, access, disclosure or destruction of personal information.
Personal information collected and used for any other purpose requires the consent of a parent/guardian or the adult student. How Do I Access My Child(s) Personal Information? Parents/guardians can request access to information held by the HCDSB by contacting the Principal of their school, or the school that the student last attended.
