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In 1996, the Association of Registered Graphic Designers of Ontario (RGD Ontario) was created by an Act of the Ontario Legislature as the self-regulatory, accrediting body for graphic designers in Ontario. The Association grants graphic designers who qualify right to the exclusive use of the designations Registered Graphic Designer and R.G.D. RGD Ontario is the only graphic design association in Canada and the second graphic design association in the world to have such legislation. The association has approximately 2800 members, including about 500 owners of small and medium-sized graphic design and communications firms and 1,600 students. Our mission Under the Act (Bill Pr56), the Association's mandate is to serve the best interests of both the graphic design industry and the public in the Province of Ontario: * Establish, promote and regulate standards of knowledge, skill and ethics for all graphic designers in Ontario. * Provide a unified voice for graphic design practitioners, managers and educators. * Advise members of developments in laws and practices related to graphic design. * Promote and advance liaison with organizations engaged in similar fields of endeavour, and provide a forum for the exchange of ideas and information relevant to graphic design. * Provide members with opportunities for professional development and continuing education. * Educate the public on the importance and benefits of graphic design in business and everyday life to enhance the profile of graphic design and create more business opportunities. Our activities The Association’s programs include a bimonthly pdf newsletter, RGD Review, a biannual national survey of graphic design salaries & billing practices, an annual awards program for students, an annual competition called Design at Work and regular professional development and networking events.

Postal address
Association of Registered Graphic Designers of Ontario
96 Spadina Ave., Suite 503
Toronto M5V 2J6

Phone: 1 888 274 3668
Email: info@rgdontario.com

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