Legal & Privacy Policy

1. Terms of Use

Welcome to energysystemscanada.org. This website is an independent analytical and editorial resource. By accessing and using this website, you agree to comply with and be bound by the following terms and conditions of use. Please review these terms carefully.

A. Intellectual Property

All content on this website, including text, graphics, logos, and articles, is the property of Energy Systems Canada or its content suppliers and is protected by international copyright laws. The compilation of all content on this site is the exclusive property of Energy Systems Canada.

B. Use of Content

The content is for your general information and use only. It is subject to change without notice. You may read, view, and print the content for personal, non-commercial use, provided that you do not modify the content and you retain all copyright and other proprietary notices. Any other use, including the reproduction, modification, distribution, transmission, or display of the content on this site is strictly prohibited.

C. Disclaimer

The information provided on this website is for informational purposes only. While we strive for accuracy, we make no representations or warranties of any kind, express or implied, about the completeness, accuracy, reliability, or suitability of the information. Any reliance you place on such information is strictly at your own risk. This website contains no commercial offers or financial advice.

2. Privacy Policy (PIPEDA / GDPR Compliant)

Energy Systems Canada is committed to protecting your privacy. This policy outlines how we handle and protect your personal information.

A. Information We Collect

We collect information in the following ways:

• Information you provide: When you use our contact form, we may collect personal information such as your name, email address, and phone number. This information is used solely to respond to your inquiry.
• Anonymous usage data: We may collect non-personal information about your visit, such as your IP address, browser type, pages visited, and time spent on the site. This data is aggregated and used to improve our website's performance and content. This data is sourced from standard server logs and may involve a minimal use of cookies for functionality.
• Cookie consent data: We store your choice (accepted or declined) regarding our cookie policy in your browser's local storage. This is to ensure we do not ask for your consent on subsequent visits.

B. How We Use Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

• To operate and maintain our website.
• To respond to your editorial and informational inquiries.
• To analyze website usage and improve our content and user experience.
• To comply with legal obligations.

We do not use your personal information for marketing, advertising, or any commercial purposes. We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information with third parties.

C. Data Sources and Third Parties

Our analytical content may be informed by publicly available data from governmental or institutional sources (e.g., Statistics Canada, Canada Energy Regulator). We do not receive personal data from these sources. Our website does not integrate with third-party advertising networks.

D. Your Rights

Under PIPEDA and GDPR, you have rights over your personal data:

• Right to Access: You can request a copy of the personal information we hold about you.
• Right to Rectification: You can request to correct any inaccurate information.
• Right to Erasure: You can request that we delete your personal information, subject to any legal retention requirements.

To exercise these rights, please contact us at the email address provided on our contact page.

3. Legal Notice

This website is operated as a non-commercial, editorial, and analytical resource. The views and information presented are for informational purposes only and do not constitute professional, financial, or legal advice. Energy Systems Canada is not a commercial entity and does not offer services to clients. Any reference to "Digital Ads Specialists" in a technical context refers to the development unit and does not imply a commercial partnership or service offering.