Privacy and Access to Information
District School Board Ontario North East (DSB1) is committed to its responsibilities regarding the protection of privacy and access to information in its custody and control.
DSB1 collects, uses and discloses personal information in accordance with several legislations, including the Education Act, the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (MFIPPA), the Personal Health Information Protection Act (PHIPA), and the Child and Youth and Family Services Act (CYFSA).
Correspondence from the Board
Access to General Information
There are many ways to obtain general information about the Board:
- Visit our website to access records such as policies and procedures, Board Meeting Minutes, financial reports and more.
- Contact us by email at info@dsb1.ca
- Complete and submit a Freedom of Information (FOI) request, under MFIPPA (more details below)
Freedom of Information (FOI) Request
An FOI request is a formal request for access to information made under MFIPPA.
To submit an FOI request:
- Complete this form and submit it via email to info@dsb1.ca or by mail to:
Access to Information and Privacy
153 Croatia Avenue
PO Box 1020
Schumacher, Ontario
P0N 1G0
- Provide the mandatory and non-refundable $5 application fee.
Access to Yours or Your Child's Personal Information
Students, parents and guardians can request access to their personal information held by the Board. Click here for a full list of DSB1 schools.
Please be aware that while an individual has access rights to their own personal information and general records, they do not have access rights to information about other individuals.
While a student is under the age of 18 and not living independently, the parent or guardian retains a right of access to their child’s Ontario Student Record (OSR). The school will provide you with the information you request if you are legally entitled to receive a copy of it.
You also have the right to request correction of any personal information you believe to be inaccurate.
Request a Transcript
To obtain a copy of your transcript, please contact the last DSB1 school you attended.
If required during summer months, please complete this form.
You can find a list of our schools and their contact information here.
For support, email info@dsb1.ca.