Privacy Policy

How PeopleWise Solutions collects, uses, and protects your information.

Last Updated: April 22, 2026

Introduction

PeopleWise Solutions ("we," "us," or "our") is committed to protecting the privacy of our clients, website visitors, and anyone who interacts with our services. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your personal information in accordance with British Columbia's Personal Information Protection Act (PIPA) and Canada's Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA).

By using our website or engaging our services, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy. If you do not agree, please discontinue use of our website and services.

Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of personal information:

  • Contact information: Name, email address, phone number, and job title when you complete our contact form or communicate with us directly.
  • Business information: Company name, industry, and details about your HR needs when you engage our consulting services.
  • Usage data: IP address, browser type, pages visited, and time spent on our website, collected automatically through cookies and analytics tools.
  • Communications: Records of emails, messages, or other correspondence you send us.

We only collect information that is necessary for the purposes described in this policy. We do not collect sensitive personal information (such as health or financial data) unless it is required for a specific HR consulting service and you have provided explicit consent.

How We Use Your Information

We use your personal information to:

  • Respond to your inquiries and provide HR consulting services
  • Send relevant information about our services, updates, and resources (with your consent)
  • Improve our website and the quality of our services
  • Comply with legal obligations and professional standards
  • Protect the rights and safety of our clients, staff, and the public

We will not use your information for purposes other than those described without first obtaining your consent.

Sharing Your Information

PeopleWise Solutions does not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties. We may share information only in the following limited circumstances:

  • Service providers: Trusted third-party vendors (e.g., email platforms, website hosting) who assist in delivering our services, subject to confidentiality agreements.
  • Legal requirements: When required by law, court order, or regulatory authority.
  • Business transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred to the new entity.

Any third parties we share information with are required to protect it in accordance with applicable privacy laws.

Cookies & Analytics

Our website uses cookies — small text files placed on your device — to enhance your browsing experience and analyze website traffic. We use:

  • Essential cookies: Required for the website to function properly.
  • Analytics cookies: Tools such as Google Analytics to understand how visitors use our site. This data is anonymized and aggregated.

You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences. Disabling cookies may affect your experience on our website.

Data Retention

We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy, or as required by law. Client engagement records are typically retained for seven (7) years in accordance with professional and legal standards. Upon request, we will delete your information unless retention is required by law.

Your Privacy Rights

Under BC PIPA and PIPEDA, you have the right to:

  • Access the personal information we hold about you
  • Request corrections to inaccurate or incomplete information
  • Withdraw consent to the collection or use of your information (subject to legal restrictions)
  • Request that we delete your personal information where applicable
  • File a complaint with the Office of the Information and Privacy Commissioner of BC

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the details below.

Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. These include secure data storage, limited access controls, and regular reviews of our data handling practices.

However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites (e.g., YouTube, LinkedIn). We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those sites and encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing any personal information.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. The "Last Updated" date at the top of this page will reflect any revisions. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or how we handle your personal information, please contact: