Privacy Policy for Coastal Catch Canada

Coastal Catch Canada is committed to protecting the privacy of individuals who visit our online platform and interact with our marine & fisheries services. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and protect the information you provide to us when using our services on this website. By accessing or using our online platform, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.

Information We Collect

We collect various types of information to provide and improve our services, including:

• Personal Information You Provide:

  • Contact details (e.g., name, organization, mailing address, phone number) when you request information, inquire about our services (sustainable fishing consultancy, marine ecosystem analysis, fisheries management solutions, aquaculture development, seafood processing optimization, cold chain logistics, vessel maintenance and repair referrals, or regulatory compliance assistance), or engage our consultancy services.
  • Information provided during consultations or project discussions relevant to the services we offer.
  • Any other information you choose to provide us directly through forms, emails, or other communications.

• Technical Information:

  • IP address, browser type, operating system, referring URLs, and website navigation paths. This data helps us understand how visitors use our site and improve its functionality.
  • Information collected through cookies and similar tracking technologies (see "Cookies and Tracking Technologies" below).

How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for various purposes, including:

• To provide and deliver the services you request, such as sustainable fishing consultancy, marine ecosystem analysis, or regulatory compliance assistance.
• To communicate with you, respond to inquiries, and provide customer support related to our marine & fisheries services.
• To improve our online platform, services, and operations.
• To send you relevant updates, newsletters, or marketing communications about Coastal Catch Canada's services, provided you have opted in to receive such communications.
• To ensure the security and integrity of our online platform and protect against fraudulent or unauthorized activities.
• To comply with applicable legal obligations and regulatory requirements.

Disclosure of Your Information

We do not sell or rent your personal information to third parties. We may disclose your information in the following circumstances:

• Service Providers:

  We may share information with third-party service providers who assist us in operating our online platform, conducting our business, or providing services on our behalf (e.g., website hosting, analytics, IT support). These providers are contractually obligated to protect your information and use it only for the purposes for which it was provided.

• Legal Requirements:

  We may disclose your information if required to do so by law, in response to a court order or subpoena, or if we believe such action is necessary to comply with legal obligations, protect our rights or property, or ensure the safety of our users or the public.

• Business Transfers:

  In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of all or a portion of our assets, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction, subject to appropriate privacy and security protections.

Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. We regularly review our security procedures to consider new technologies and methods to ensure the ongoing security of your data. However, no data transmission over the internet or electronic storage system can be guaranteed to be 100% secure.

Data Retention

We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, including for the purposes of satisfying any legal, accounting, or reporting requirements. When your personal information is no longer needed, we will securely dispose of it.

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our online platform may use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your browsing experience, analyze website traffic, and understand user behavior. Cookies are small data files stored on your device that help us improve our services. You can control the use of cookies through your browser settings. Please note that disabling cookies may affect the functionality of our website.

Your Rights (GDPR and Canadian Privacy Laws)

In accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and Canadian privacy laws (e.g., PIPEDA), you have certain rights regarding your personal information, including:

• Right to Access:

  You have the right to request access to the personal information we hold about you.

• Right to Rectification:

  You can request that we correct any inaccurate or incomplete personal information.

• Right to Erasure ( "Right to be Forgotten"):

  Under certain circumstances, you can request the deletion of your personal information.

• Right to Restrict Processing:

  You can request that we restrict the processing of your personal information under certain conditions.

• Right to Data Portability:

  You have the right to receive your personal information in a structured, commonly used, and machine-readable format.

• Right to Object:

  You have the right to object to the processing of your personal information in certain situations.

• Right to Withdraw Consent:

  If we are relying on your consent to process your personal information, you have the right to withdraw that consent at any time.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the contact information provided below.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We encourage you to review this page periodically for any updates. Your continued use of our online platform after any modifications to this Privacy Policy will constitute your acknowledgment of the modifications and your consent to abide and be bound by the updated Privacy Policy.

Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact Coastal Catch Canada at:

Coastal Catch Canada

789 Harbour View Drive, Suite 201

Halifax, NS, B3J 1T2, Canada