Last Updated: August 1, 2024
At The Canadian Centre for Open Source Intelligence, Inc. ("we", "us", or "our"), we are committed to protecting your privacy and the confidentiality of your personal information. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard information obtained from users ("User" or "Users") of our website, https://osintcentre.ca ("the Site").
1. Information We Collect
1.1 Personal Information
We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us, including but not limited to:
- Name and contact information (e.g., email address, phone number)
- Professional or employment-related information
- Payment information (processed securely by third-party providers)
- Any other information you choose to provide
1.2 Automatically Collected Information
When you visit the Site, we automatically collect certain information, including:
- IP address
- Browser type and version
- Access time and date
- Pages visited and click path
- Referral source
This information is collected using cookies and similar technologies. You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings.
2. Use of Information
We use the collected information for purposes including:
- Providing and improving our services
- Responding to your inquiries
- Processing course registrations and purchases
- Sending relevant marketing communications (with your consent)
- Analyzing site usage and trends
- Ensuring the security and integrity of our services
3. Disclosure of Information
We may share your information with:
- Service providers who assist in our operations (e.g., payment processors, hosting providers)
- Law enforcement or other authorities when required by law
- Professional advisors (e.g., lawyers, accountants) as necessary to conduct our business
We do not sell your personal information to third parties.
4. Data Retention
We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required by law or for legitimate business purposes.
5. Your Rights
Under British Columbia's Personal Information Protection Act (PIPA) and Canada's Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA), you have the right to:
- Access your personal information
- Request corrections to your personal information
- Withdraw consent for certain uses of your information
- Request the deletion of your personal information, subject to legal requirements
To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information provided at the end of this policy.
6. Data Security
We implement reasonable technical, administrative, and physical security measures to protect your personal information. However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure.
7. Children's Privacy
The Site and our services are not intended for individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from individuals under 18.
8. Third-Party Links
Our Site may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these sites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.
9. International Data Transfers
Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than Canada. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your information and comply with applicable data protection laws.
10. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The updated version will be indicated by a revised "Last Updated" date. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically.
11. Consent
By using our Site and services, you consent to the collection, use, and disclosure of your information as described in this Privacy Policy.
12. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us at [email protected].
