Effective Date: 15 January 2026

The Atlantic Economic Panel ("we", "us", or "our") is committed to protecting the privacy of visitors to our website and individuals who interact with our services. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information in accordance with applicable Canadian privacy laws, including the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA).

Information We Collect

We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide, such as your name, email address, phone number, organization name, and any other information submitted through contact forms or communications. We may also collect non-personal information such as browser type, IP address, device information, pages visited, time spent on the site, and referring websites for the purpose of improving website performance and user experience.

How We Use Your Information

We use your information to respond to inquiries and provide services, improve our website and offerings, communicate important updates or information, maintain security and prevent fraud, and comply with legal obligations. We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information.

Consent

By using our website or providing personal information, you consent to the collection, use, and disclosure of your information as outlined in this policy. You may withdraw consent at any time, subject to legal or contractual restrictions.

Disclosure of Information

We may share your information only when required by law, when necessary to provide services through trusted third-party providers who are contractually obligated to protect your data, or when needed to protect the rights, property, or safety of the Atlantic Economic Panel, our users, or others.

Data Storage and Security

We use appropriate physical, technical, and administrative safeguards to protect your information against loss, misuse, unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction.  Your information is stored on secure servers.

Access and Correction

You have the right to request access to your personal information, request corrections to inaccurate information, and withdraw consent for future communications.  Requests may be made using the contact information below.

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our website may use cookies and similar technologies to enhance functionality and analyze usage. You may disable cookies through your browser settings; however, some features of the website may not function properly.

Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to external sites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of third-party websites.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.

Contact Information

President
Don Mills
Atlantic Economic Panel
Nova Scotia, Canada
info@aep-peca.ca