PRIVACY POLICY
1. Introduction
Agri-Food Innovation Expo (“we,” “our,” “us”) is committed to protecting the privacy and security of personal data. This policy outlines how we collect, use, store, and protect personal data in compliance with applicable data protection laws, including the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA) and the Canadian Anti-Spam Legislation (CASL).
2. Scope
This policy applies to all personal data processed by Agri-Food Innovation Expo, including data related to clients, partners, employees, and website visitors.
3. Data Collection
3.1 Types of Data Collected
We may collect the following types of personal data:
Contact Information: Name, email address, phone number, mailing address.
Professional Information: Job title, company name, business contact details.
Financial Information: Billing information, payment details.
Usage Data: Information on how you use our website, products, and services.
Technical Data: IP address, browser type, operating system, and other technical details.
3.2 Methods of Collection
Personal data may be collected through:
Direct interactions: Filling out forms, contacting us via email or phone.
Automated technologies: Cookies and similar tracking technologies on our website.
Third parties: Business partners, social media platforms, and publicly available sources.
4. Use of Personal Data
We use personal data for the following purposes:
Service Delivery: To provide and manage our home automation services.
Communication: To send updates, newsletters, and other relevant information, in compliance with CASL.
Billing and Payments: To process payments and manage billing.
Improvement of Services: To analyze and improve our services and website.
Legal Compliance: To comply with legal obligations and protect our rights.
5. Data Sharing and Disclosure
We may share personal data with:
Service Providers: Third-party vendors that help us deliver our services.
Business Partners: Partners we collaborate with for joint projects.
Legal Authorities: When required by law or to protect our legal rights.
6. Data Storage and Security
6.1 Data Storage
Personal data is stored securely on our servers and with trusted third-party providers. We ensure that these providers comply with strict data protection standards.
6.2 Security Measures
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect personal data against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include encryption, access controls, and regular security assessments.
7. Data Retention
We retain personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected and to comply with legal obligations. Once personal data is no longer needed, we securely delete or anonymize it.
8. Rights of Data Subjects
Data subjects have the following rights regarding their personal data:
Access: The right to request access to their personal data.
Rectification: The right to request correction of inaccurate data.
Erasure: The right to request deletion of their data.
Restriction: The right to request restriction of data processing.
Objection: The right to object to data processing.
Portability: The right to request data portability.
To exercise these rights, data subjects can contact us at [contact email].
9. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Our website uses cookies and similar technologies to enhance user experience and analyze website traffic. Users can manage cookie preferences through their browser settings.
10. Changes to this Policy
We may update this policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on our website with the updated policy date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.
11. Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about this policy or our data protection practices, please contact us at:
Agri-Food Innovation Expo
info@agrifoodexpo.ca