Our approach to privacy
Wity Research & Information Institute (“Wity,” “we,” “us”) is committed to protecting the privacy of individuals who visit our website, participate in our research, or interact with our organization. This policy explains what information we collect, why we collect it, and how it is handled, in accordance with the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA).
Information we collect
We collect limited personal information when you contact us through our website, subscribe to updates, register for an event, or participate in a research study. This may include your name, email address, and any information you choose to share in a message or survey response.
We also collect basic technical information, such as browser type and pages visited, to help us understand how our website is used and to improve its accessibility and content.
How we use your information
Information collected through our contact form or event registrations is used to respond to your inquiry, provide requested materials, or administer the event in question. Information collected through research studies is used solely for the purposes described in the applicable consent materials for that study.
We do not sell, rent, or trade personal information to third parties. We do not use personal information for advertising purposes.
Research data and participant privacy
Participants in our research studies are provided with a separate, study-specific consent form describing how their data will be collected, stored, anonymized, and used. Research data is stored securely and, where published, is reported in aggregate or anonymized form so that individual participants cannot be identified.
Retention of information
We retain contact and inquiry information only as long as necessary to respond to your request or fulfill the purpose for which it was collected, and in accordance with applicable record-keeping requirements. Research data is retained according to the retention schedule described in the relevant study's consent materials.
Your rights
Under PIPEDA, you have the right to request access to personal information we hold about you, request correction of inaccurate information, and withdraw consent for its use, subject to legal and contractual restrictions. To exercise these rights, contact us at info@wity.club.
Changes to this policy
We may update this privacy policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or applicable law. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised date.
Contact us
Questions about this privacy policy or our information practices can be directed to info@wity.club or to our office at 1200 West Pender Street, Suite 400, Vancouver, BC V6E 2S8, Canada.