Data Collection and Cookies
Committed to protecting your privacy
Effective Date: December 1st 2024
At Environics Research, we are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of any personal information you provide to us. This section outlines how we collect, store, and use the information submitted through our website, including inquiries and requests for access to reports.
1. Information We Collect
We collect the following personal information when you interact with our website:
- Contact Information: Name, email address, phone number, and any other details you voluntarily provide.
- Inquiry Details: Information included in messages submitted through our contact forms.
- Access Requests: Data provided when requesting access to reports or other resources.
- Website Usage Information: Data collected through cookies and other tracking technologies, as outlined below.
2. Purpose of Data Collection
The information we collect is used for:
- Responding to inquiries and providing requested information.
- Delivering reports, white papers, or other materials as requested.
- Understanding your interests and needs to improve our services.
- Communicating with you about our services, research findings, or other relevant updates, where permitted by law.
3. Opting In and CASL Compliance
Environics Research complies with the Canadian Anti-Spam Legislation (CASL). This means:
- Express Consent: We only send marketing communications, such as newsletters or promotional emails, to individuals who have explicitly opted in to receive them. You may provide this consent when filling out forms on our website.
- Implied Consent: In some cases, we may rely on implied consent to contact individuals who have an existing business relationship with us or who have made inquiries.
- Opting Out: Every marketing email we send includes a clear and simple method to unsubscribe. You can opt out of receiving communications at any time by clicking the “unsubscribe” link in our emails or by contacting us directly at Get in Touch.
4. Cookie Consent and Management
We use the CookieYes plugin on our website to give you full control over your cookie preferences. Cookies are small data files used to enhance your experience, understand website usage, and deliver relevant content.
Opting In: When you first visit our website, you are presented with a cookie consent banner. You can choose to accept all cookies or customize your preferences.
Customizing Consent: Through the CookieYes plugin, you can select which types of cookies you consent to, including:
- Necessary cookies (required for basic website functionality).
- Analytics cookies (for tracking website usage and improving performance).
- Marketing cookies (for personalized advertisements and content).
Opting Out: You can adjust your cookie preferences or withdraw consent at any time by accessing the “Cookie Settings” link at the bottom of our website. This allows you to disable specific types of cookies or reject all non-essential cookies.
Impact of Cookie Choices: Please note that rejecting certain cookies may limit the functionality of our website or affect your user experience.
For more details about how we use cookies, please refer to our Cookie Policy below.
5. How We Store Your Information
Your data is securely stored in Zoho CRM, a customer relationship management system we use to manage and organize the information collected through our website. Zoho CRM employs industry-standard security measures to protect your data.
6. Sharing Your Information
We do not sell, rent, or share your personal information with third parties for marketing purposes. However, we may share your information:
- With service providers or partners who assist us in fulfilling your requests or operating our business, provided they are bound by confidentiality agreements.
- If required by law or to protect the rights, property, or safety of Environics Research or others.
7. Data Retention
We retain your information for as long as it is necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined above, or as required by law. If you wish to have your data deleted, please contact us.
8. Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Access the personal information we have about you.
- Request corrections or updates to your information.
- Withdraw your consent for us to contact you or process your data.
- Customize or withdraw your cookie preferences using the CookieYes plugin.
To exercise any of these rights, please reach out to us at [email protected]
9. Updates to This Policy
This privacy policy section may be updated periodically to reflect changes in our practices or applicable laws. We encourage you to review this page regularly for the latest information.
Cookie Policy
At Environics Research, we value your privacy and are committed to being transparent about how we use cookies and similar technologies on our website. This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, how we use them, and your choices regarding their use.
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device (computer, smartphone, or tablet) when you visit a website. They help the website recognize your device, improve user experience, and provide relevant content and services.
2. Types of Cookies We Use
We use the following types of cookies on our website:
- Necessary Cookies: These cookies are essential for the website to function properly. They enable basic functionalities like page navigation and access to secure areas of the site. Without these cookies, the website cannot operate correctly.
- Analytics Cookies: These cookies collect information about how visitors use our website, such as which pages are visited most often. This data helps us understand and improve the performance of our website. Analytics cookies are anonymized and do not collect identifiable personal data.
- Marketing Cookies: These cookies track your online activity to help us deliver relevant advertising and personalized content based on your preferences.
- Functional Cookies: These cookies enhance website functionality by remembering your preferences, such as language or location, for a more personalized experience.
3. How We Use Cookies
We use cookies to:
- Ensure the proper functionality of our website.
- Analyze website traffic and usage patterns.
- Provide a personalized user experience.
- Deliver targeted advertising and measure its effectiveness.
4. Managing Your Cookie Preferences
We use the CookieYes plugin to provide you with control over your cookie preferences.
- Accept All Cookies: You can choose to accept all cookies when prompted by our cookie consent banner.
- Reject All Cookies: You can choose to reject all cookies when prompted by our cookie consent banner.
- Customize Preferences: Click on the icon and use the “Cookie Settings” option to select which categories of cookies you consent to. You can enable or disable specific cookie types, such as analytics or marketing cookies.
- Withdraw Consent: At any time, you can update your preferences or withdraw consent by accessing the “Cookie Settings” link at the bottom of our website.
5. Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies on our website are set by third-party services to support features like analytics and advertising. These cookies are governed by the respective third parties’ privacy policies.
6. Duration of Cookies
Cookies can be classified based on their duration:
- Session Cookies: These cookies are temporary and expire once you close your browser.
- Persistent Cookies: These cookies remain on your device for a set period or until you delete them.
7. Your Choices
You can also manage cookies directly through your web browser settings:
Block or Delete Cookies: Most browsers allow you to block or delete cookies through their settings. However, disabling cookies may affect the functionality of our website.
For more details on managing cookies, visit your browser’s help page.
8. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legal requirements, or our practices. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated “Effective Date.”
Additional Information
For more information regarding the Environics Research Group Privacy Policy, please contact our Privacy Officer by mail at:
[email protected]
366 Adelaide Street West, Suite 101, Toronto, Ontario M5V 1R9
Please visit the Privacy Commissioner of Canada’s website at https://www.priv.gc.ca/en/.