Copyright Resources

University of Toronto Fair Dealing Guidelines

Produced by the Office of the Provost in 2012. These Guidelines set out a short-form guide to assist in decision-making about copying. In situations of doubt, please contact copyright@library.utoronto.ca 

Copyright Basics and FAQ

Produced by University of Toronto legal counsel, this FAQ provides in depth information on copyright issues. 

Copyright Roadmap

The Copyright Roadmap is designed to assist in decision making when selecting resources and potentially copying material for use in teaching and research activities. Updated February 2020. 

Use of Audiovisual Material on Campus

This policy outlines the use of audiovisual material, including FAQs. It primarily serves to clarify the use of films and other audiovisual materials by students, student groups, and other campus organizations.

List of Copy Shops Licensed by Access Copyright

If you are interested in printing a course pack for students, there are a number of Access Copyright licensed copy shop options available to you: 

• Work with the University of Toronto Bookstore: Visit the Bookstore's website for instructions on how to build your course pack. It is important to note that the University continues to work closely with the University of Toronto Bookstore to provide course materials to students; you are encouraged to contact them for your course pack needs.

• Select another Access Copyright licensed copy shop:  Access Copyright maintains a list of copy shops in the Toronto area with a current license that may choose from. 

School of Graduate Studies (SGS) Resources 

• Copyright Information related to the electronic thesis and dissertation (ETD) process 
• Submit and Publish Your Thesis Research Guide 
• Intellectual Property Guidelines for Graduate Students & Supervisors

Canadian Copyright Information