Privacy Policy
At the Lycée Français de Toronto (LFT), we are committed to protecting the privacy and confidentiality of our students, parents, alumni, and staff.
This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your personal information in accordance with applicable Canadian and Ontario privacy laws.
1. Information We Collect
To provide an outstanding educational experience and ensure the safety of our community, we may collect the following types of information:
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Personal and Family Information: Names, home addresses, phone numbers, email addresses, dates of birth, and citizenship status.
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Academic and Educational Records: Previous school reports, evaluations, and individual learning plans.
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Health and Medical Information: Allergies, medical conditions, and emergency contact details required for student safety.
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Financial Information: Billing details necessary for tuition payments, donations, and financial aid applications.
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Website Usage Data: IP addresses, browser types, and cookie data collected automatically when you visit our website (lft.ca) to improve user experience.
2. How We Use Your Information
The LFT uses your personal information exclusively to fulfill our educational mission, including:
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Processing admissions, enrollment, and grade placements.
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Delivering our bilingual educational programs and student support services.
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Communicating with families about academic progress, school events, emergencies, and administrative matters.
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Processing tuition payments and issuing tax receipts.
3. Sharing of Information
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties. We may only share your information with:
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Accrediting and Government Bodies: Such as the Ontario Ministry of Education and the French Ministry of Education (AEFE), as strictly required by law or accreditation standards.
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Trusted Service Providers: Third-party vendors who assist us with IT hosting, transportation, cafeteria services, or secure payment processing. These partners are legally bound to protect your data.
4. Data Security
We employ robust physical, technical, and administrative security measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, disclosure, or misuse. Access to sensitive data is strictly limited to authorized LFT personnel.
5. Your Rights and Access
Parents and eligible students have the right to access, update, or request the correction of their personal information held by the school. You may update your details at any time through the Parent Portal or by contacting the administration.
6. Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at:
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Email: [info@lft.ca]