Privacy

OCAD University is committed to the principles of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (FIPPA), namely:

01

Transparency

Information under the custody and control the university should be made available to the public with limited and narrowly defined exceptions (i.e., private donations to the University archives, most labour relations and employment related records, teaching materials, and research related records).

02

Privacy

Personal information under the custody and control of the University should be protected from unauthorized collection, use and disclosure.

Cookies

The University uses cookies for remarketing services (advertising based on visits to previous web pages) and analytics. No personal or identifying information is gathered or transmitted with this cookie. Individuals may opt out of cookies by changing their browser settings or using a browser plugin permanently.

Access to University records

OCAD University routinely provides information to the public through its administrative and academic units, its publications, and its website. Routine requests for information are welcomed by all departments and will be evaluated with reference to existing practices and procedures. In the event that records under OCAD U's custody and control are not provided under existing procedures, a formal request may be made for access under FIPPA.

How to make an information request under FIPPA
 

All requests must be in writing, either in a letter or request form (PDF). Make your request as specific and concise as possible and identify where you think the requested record(s) may be found.

Include your name, mailing address, phone number(s), email address and the initial $5.00 fee in your request.

 

Send your request to
 

FIPPA Coordinator
c/o Office of the President
OCAD University
100 McCaul Street

Toronto, ON M5T 1W1

There may be fees associated with completing your request.

FIPPA allows for individuals to request correction (PDF) to their personal information under the custody and control of the University.

Protection of personal privacy

OCAD University respects the privacy of personal information under its custody and control and adheres to the privacy protection principles for the collection, use, disclosure, retention, and disposal of personal information embodied in FIPPA. For details on how OCAD U collects, uses and discloses personal information, refer to Privacy and personal information collection (PDF).

 

External links


Information and Privacy Commissioner of Ontario
Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (FIPPA)
Regulation 459 under FIPPA - Disposal of Personal Information
Regulation 460 under FIPPA - General

Parents requesting student data

Ontario’s privacy laws prohibit OCAD U from disclosing information about students to their parents and families without a student’s consent. That said, we believe our students are best supported when their family members are well-informed about the University and, together, we can encourage them to get the support they need and take advantage of the opportunities available to fulfill their goals.