Privacy policy
The RGD is responsible for personal information under our control and have policies and procedures to protect the integrity and privacy of any personal information that is collected, used, disclosed, retained and destroyed in the course of your transactions, activities, applications, membership, status or affiliation with us.
Our policy
Privacy Policy for RGD AccesAbility
Effective Date: 1 October 2025
This website is operated by the Association of Registered Graphic Designers (RGD). We are committed to protecting the privacy of visitors and ensuring the site remains accessible to everyone. Our practices follow the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA) and applicable Ontario privacy laws.
Commitment to Accessibility
This site is focused on accessibility. Any data we collect is used only to help us understand how visitors use the site and to improve access for people of all abilities.
What We Collect
We do not collect personal information through this site (e.g., no forms, registrations, or payments).
The only data collected is through Google Analytics, which may record:
- Pages visited,
- Browser and device type,
- Approximate location (city-level), and
- How you arrived at the site.
Google Analytics may use cookies or similar technologies. This information is aggregated and does not identify individual visitors.
How We Use This Information
Analytics data is used only to:
- Monitor site performance,
- Improve accessibility and content, and
- Ensure the site works effectively for all visitors.
We do not sell or share visitor data for marketing or commercial purposes.
Your Choices
You can disable cookies or use browser add-ons to prevent your data from being used by Google Analytics. Learn more here: Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on Download Page .
Visitors from the European Union
If you are visiting from the EU or UK, RGD relies on your consent (through your browser settings) to process any data collected via Google Analytics. You have the right to:
- Withdraw consent at any time by disabling cookies,
- Request access to or deletion of any personal data, and
- Lodge a complaint with your local supervisory authority.
Contact Us
If you have questions or concerns about this policy, or about how your information is handled, please contact:
Privacy Officer
Association of Registered Graphic Designers (RGD)
Email: [email protected]
Mail: The Association of Registered Graphic Designers
PO Box 70604, Junction Gardens PO
Toronto ON M6P 4E7 Canada
If your concern is not resolved, you may contact the Office of the Privacy Commissioner of Canada at www.priv.gc.ca.