This Privacy Policy explains how Accommodations in Canada (“we”, “us”, “our”) collects, uses and protects personal information when you use accommodationsincanada.com (the “Site”). We handle personal information in line with Canadian privacy law, including the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA) and, where it applies, Quebec’s privacy legislation.
Information we collect
- Information you give us: your name, email address and message when you use our contact, report or landlord forms.
- Technical information: your IP address, browser type, device, pages viewed and referring page, collected automatically through server logs and cookies.
- Listing information: details of rental and sale listings that are publicly advertised by third parties. This information is about properties and advertisers’ public ads, and we do not seek to collect private details about individuals.
How we use information
- To run, secure and improve the Site.
- To reply to your messages and handle reports and removal requests.
- To understand how the Site is used so that we can make it better.
- To meet legal obligations.
We do not sell your personal information.
Cookies
We use cookies and similar technology to keep the Site working and to measure use. You can block or delete cookies in your browser settings, although parts of the Site may not work as well without them.
Sharing information
We share information only with service providers who help us run the Site (such as hosting, email and analytics providers), when the law requires it, or to protect our rights and the safety of others. These providers may process information outside Canada.
Third-party sites and listings
Listings link to other websites. We do not control those sites and are not responsible for their privacy practices. Please read their policies before you share personal information with them.
How long we keep information
We keep personal information only as long as needed for the purposes above or as the law requires, then delete or anonymize it.
Security
We use reasonable technical and organizational safeguards to protect personal information. No method of transmission or storage is completely secure, so we cannot guarantee absolute security.
Your choices and rights
You may ask to access, correct or delete the personal information we hold about you, or withdraw your consent where the law allows. Contact us using the details below and we will respond within a reasonable time.
Children
The Site is not directed at children, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from them.
Changes to this policy
We may update this policy from time to time. The date of the latest version appears on this page, and continued use of the Site means you accept the updated policy.
Contact us
Questions about privacy? Reach us through our contact page.