Effective Date: 1st October 2024

Canadizen Immigration Consulting (“we,” “us,” or “our”) is committed to safeguarding the privacy of our clients. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your personal information when you visit our website, canadizen.com, or engage our services.

1. Information We Collect

We collect personal information that you provide to us directly, including but not limited to:

• Personal Identification Information: Name, date of birth, gender, nationality, marital status, and passport details.
• Contact Information: Email address, phone number, and physical address.
• Educational Details: Academic qualifications, certifications, transcripts, and study records.
• Employment Information: Job history, roles, salary, references, and employer details.
• Family Information: Spouse’s details, children’s details, and other dependents’ information.
• Other Relevant Details: Immigration history, language test scores, and financial information.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information solely for the purpose of providing immigration consulting services, including:

• Preparing and submitting immigration applications.
• Assessing eligibility for Canadian immigration programs.
• Communicating with you about your application status or required documents.
• Complying with legal and regulatory requirements.

3. How We Share Your Information

We do not sell or trade your personal information. However, we may share your information with trusted third parties, such as:

• Regulated Canadian Immigration Consultants (RCICs): For processing your immigration applications.
• Government Agencies: Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) or provincial immigration authorities, as required.
• Service Providers: Organizations assisting in document processing or other related services.
• Legal Compliance: When required by law or to protect our legal rights.

4. Data Storage and Protection

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, loss, or misuse, including:

• Encryption of sensitive data.
• Secure servers and firewalls.
• Regular data audits and access controls.

5. Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Access: Request a copy of the personal information we hold about you.
• Correction: Request corrections to inaccurate or incomplete information.
• Deletion: Request deletion of your data, subject to legal and contractual obligations.
• Objection: Object to certain uses of your personal data.

To exercise these rights, please contact us at [Insert Email Address].

6. Data Retention

We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy or comply with legal requirements.

7. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your browsing experience on canadizen.com. These technologies help us understand user preferences and improve our website’s functionality. You may disable cookies through your browser settings.

8. Third-Party Websites

Our website may contain links to external websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of third-party websites and encourage you to review their policies.

9. Children’s Privacy

Our services are not directed to individuals under 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be effective immediately upon posting to our website, with the updated “Effective Date.”

11. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:

• Email: info@canadizen.com
• Phone: +1 902 801 9559
• Mailing Address: 2307 Barrington St., Suite 1003, Halifax, NS B3J 1X7, Canada