Rainy River District School Board

The Rainy River District School Board is committed to protecting the privacy of all individuals we are associated with, including staff and students, while promoting an environment of openness and accountability. The management of personal information collection, storage, use, and sharing is integral to the Board's commitment to making informed decisions about individuals. This includes safeguarding that information collected for specific purposes is not misused and that individuals' privacy is protected from unauthorized disclosure to third parties.

We are dedicated to handling personal information while providing educational services, following the rules of the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (MFIPPA) and the Education Act.

MFIPPA allows individuals to access their personal information and request corrections, as well as to view general records that the school board holds. For more information on privacy and access, visit the  website of the Information and Privacy Commissioner of Ontario.  

Freedom of Information (FOI) Request

Members of the public can request information according to MFIPPA. The RRDSB is obligated to provide access to specific records and personal information, with some exceptions. If the information is sensitive or outside provincial privacy laws, a Freedom of Information (FOI) request is necessary.

To initiate an FOI request, please follow these steps: 

Access to General Information

There are numerous ways to access general information concerning the Board: 

• You can visit our website to explore a range of records such as policies and procedures, Board Meeting Minutes, publications and financial reports.
• If you have any questions, you can email us at [email protected]
• You can also complete a Freedom of Information (FOI) request under MFIPPA for additional information.