An email sent by the Sir Wilfrid Laurier School Board on July 2, 2026 included an attachment that exposed personal information belonging to parents of students at Rosemère High School in Rosemère, Quebec. The message, intended for school staff, contained details that should have remained confidential, prompting concerns about privacy protection within the board’s communication practices.
Rosemère High School is part of the Sir Wilfrid Laurier School Board, the organization responsible for administering English‑language public schools throughout the Montreal metropolitan area. The board’s remit includes oversight of curriculum, staffing and the handling of student and family records for its schools, among which Rosemère High is a prominent institution.
The incident was identified shortly after the email was distributed, when recipients recognized that the attached file listed names and other identifying data of parents linked to the school community. While the precise nature of the personal information has not been detailed, the exposure of such data raises questions about the security protocols used when sharing files that contain sensitive material.
School officials at Rosemère High have informed families that they are aware of the breach and are reviewing internal procedures to prevent similar occurrences. The board’s broader mandate to safeguard confidential information underscores the importance of strict data‑handling standards across all of its schools.
No further details regarding the scope of the data released or any immediate remedial actions have been released at this time. The situation remains under observation by the school board as it evaluates its communication systems and privacy safeguards.
Parents and guardians affected by the leak have been advised to monitor their personal records for any irregular activity. The incident adds to ongoing discussions about data security in educational institutions across the province, highlighting the need for robust protective measures when managing personal information.