At ACTIA Magazine (“we”, “our”, or “us”), accessible from actia.ca, your privacy is important to us. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your personal information when you visit our website. We are committed to complying with Canada’s Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA) and other applicable privacy laws.
1. Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of personal and non-personal information:
- Personal Information (only when voluntarily provided):
- Name
- Email address (e.g. newsletter sign-up or contact forms)
- Comments or messages submitted via our website
- Non-Personal Information:
- IP address
- Browser type and version
- Device type
- Pages visited and usage patterns
- Referring website
We use analytics tools such as Google Analytics to gather this data for performance and improvement purposes.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the collected information to:
- Respond to your inquiries and requests
- Send newsletters or updates (only with your consent)
- Improve website performance and user experience
- Monitor traffic and usage trends
- Maintain security and prevent abuse
3. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Our site uses cookies to enhance your browsing experience. Cookies are small data files stored on your device. You may choose to disable cookies in your browser settings, but this may affect website functionality.
We use cookies for:
- Website analytics
- Remembering your preferences
- Improving site performance
4. Sharing of Information
We do not sell or rent your personal information. We may share information with trusted third-party service providers (e.g., analytics platforms or newsletter providers), but only to help us operate our website and services. These parties are required to protect your data and use it only for the agreed purposes.
We may also disclose information where required by law or in connection with a legal obligation or proceeding.
5. Data Security
We implement reasonable physical, electronic, and managerial safeguards to protect your information from unauthorized access, use, or disclosure. However, no system is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
6. Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to external websites or services. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those sites. We recommend reviewing their privacy policies before sharing any personal information.
7. Your Rights and Choices
Under Canadian privacy laws, you have the right to:
- Access your personal data held by us
- Correct or update your information
- Withdraw consent (e.g., unsubscribe from emails)
- Request deletion of your personal data, where applicable
8. Children’s Privacy
Our website is not directed to children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately.
9. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we do, we will revise the “Effective Date” at the top. We encourage you to review this page periodically.