Q. Can I post a PDF I downloaded to Learn@Seneca (BlackBoard)?

In general, it's always best to link to the original website instead of downloading and uploading the content elsewhere. However, under the updated Copyright Act you are allowed to reproduce or distribute publicly-accessible material on the Internet as long as:

• There is no clearly visible notice prohibiting it 
• The work is properly cited
• The work is a legitimate copy uploaded with the copyright owner's knowledge
• And there is no access lock on the material

Anything behind a login (e.g. association membership website, textbook website, etc.) generally can't be shared. Similarly, sharing your login information is also not permitted.

If you have any questions about what you can post to Learn@Seneca (Blackboard), please contact the Copyright team.