Legal

The School’s Commitment to You 

Safeguarding the personal information of parents and students is a fundamental concern to us at St. George’s School. The School is committed to meeting the privacy standards established by British Columbia’s Personal Information Protection Act (PIPA) and any other applicable legislation. 

This Personal Information Privacy Policy describes the policies and practices of St. George’s School regarding the collection, use, and disclosure of personal information about students and parents, including the steps the School has taken to ensure personal and financial information is handled appropriately and securely. 

St. George’s School
may add, modify, or remove portions of this Privacy Policy when it is considered appropriate to do so, and any such changes will be effective upon giving notice of the revised policy. This Personal Information Privacy Policy may be supplemented or modified by agreements entered into between St. George’s School and an individual from time to time. 



Ten Privacy Principles 

As part of St. George’s School’s commitment, the Ten Privacy Principles govern the actions of the School as they relate to the use of personal information. This Personal Information Privacy Policy describes the Ten Privacy Principles and provides further details regarding St. George’s School’s compliance with the principles.

Canadian Anti-Spam Legislation (CASL)

St. George’s School is aware of the July 2014 legislation about the collection and use of email addresses for commercial communication and marketing.
 
In order to keep current families informed about the ongoing operations of the school, we use the email addresses supplied during the enrolment process or updated in our Parent Portal. 
 
By making an application to St. George’s School, prospective families also give consent to the use of their email addresses to receive information about the school, upcoming events, and the enrolment process.
 
All group emails from St. George’s School have an unsubscribe link at the bottom, or you may email communications@stgeorges.bc.ca to be removed from our database. However, please note that all important information from the School is distributed by email.  
 
If you have any questions about the St. George’s School Privacy Policy or the use of electronic information, please contact our Privacy Officer (privacyofficer@stgeorges.bc.ca).

Supporting Students of all Sexual Orientations and Gender Identities

St. George's School aims to provide a safe and inclusive community for students of all sexual orientations and gender identities.

Goals for SOGI Inclusive Education:

  1. Visibility: The diversity of sexual orientations, gender identities, and expressions are recognized and valued.  
  2. Protection: The dignity of all people across the sexual orientation and gender identity (SOGI) spectra is intended to be preserved, as well as protected from harm.
  3. Inclusion: Equitable treatment and inclusion are a reality for people of all sexual orientations, gender identities, and expressions.
With higher levels of discrimination and bullying, and lower level of family, school, and community support, LGBTQ youth face higher risks for significant health challenges, including suicidal thoughts and attempts, and problem substance use. However, when LGBTQ youth experience safe and supportive schools and families, they are much less likely to report these health challenges.” – Saewyc et al. (2016) 


St. George’s School acknowledges that we are situated on the unceded traditional territory of the Musqueam First Nation.

Contributions to St. George's School Foundation are eligible for tax receipts as prescribed by Canadian law. St. George's School Foundation's Charitable Registration Number is: 11917-5511 RR0001.
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