Effective Date: [May 30, 2025]
Harvest Hills Immigration & Citizenship Ltd. is committed to protecting the personal information of our clients and website visitors. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your data in compliance with the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA) and other applicable laws in Canada.
What Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of personal information:
- Full name, date of birth, and contact information
- Passport details and immigration history
- Marital and family status
- Employment and education history
- Financial information (e.g., proof of funds)
- Personal identification documents
- IP address and browser data (for website analytics)
We only collect information that is relevant and necessary for providing immigration consulting services.
How We Use Your Information
Your personal information is used for the following purposes:
- To assess eligibility for immigration, visa, or citizenship applications
- To prepare and submit immigration applications on your behalf
- To communicate with government agencies (e.g., IRCC, ESDC, CBSA & Provincial Governments)
- To respond to your inquiries and provide customer support
- To improve our website and services
- For legal and compliance purposes
Consent
By using our website or services, you consent to the collection and use of your personal information as outlined in this policy. You may withdraw your consent at any time, subject to legal or contractual obligations.
How We Protect Your Information
We take data security seriously and implement appropriate technical and organizational measures, including:
- Secure data storage (encrypted databases and password protection)
- Restricted access to client files
- Regular security audits and updates
- Confidentiality agreements with staff and partners
Sharing Your Information
We may share your personal information with:
- Government bodies (e.g., IRCC, Service Canada) as required for your immigration application
- Licensed immigration consultants and legal partners within our organization
- Third-party service providers who assist with document handling, translations, or IT systems (under confidentiality agreements)
We do not sell or trade your personal data to third parties for marketing purposes.
Data Retention
We retain personal information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected or to comply with legal obligations. You may request the deletion of your data, subject to applicable laws.
Your Rights
Under PIPEDA, you have the right to:
- Access your personal information
- Correct inaccuracies in your data
- Withdraw consent for further use
- Request deletion of your information (where legally permitted)
To exercise these rights, please contact us at: hhiccanada@gmail.com
Cookies and Website Analytics
We may use cookies or analytics tools (e.g., Google Analytics) to improve website performance and user experience. You can modify your browser settings to refuse cookies or be alerted when cookies are being used.
Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of other sites and encourage you to review their privacy policies.
Policy Updates
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in law or our services. The “Effective Date” at the top of this page indicates the latest revision. Continued use of our services indicates your acceptance of any updates.
Contact Us
- (Show Employer Information Form & Employee Information Form, and store in the cloud?)
- Office location(s) with map (https://g.co/kgs/diiob1B)
- Business hours (Monday through Friday, 9AM – 4PM)
- 📧 Email: hhicjob@gmail.com
📞 Phone: [+1 403-438-1231] - 🏢 Address: 903 8th, 8 Ave SW #862, Calgary, AB T2P 0P7
