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Privacy Policy

Last Updated on October 29th, 2025

Contents

  • What data we collect

  • How we collect your personal data

  • How we use your personal data

  • Disclosures of your personal data

  • Data security

  • Data retention

  • Your privacy rights under Canadian law

  • Glossary

 
Purpose of this Privacy Notice
Destigaytions, Inc. (“Destigaytions,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information in accordance with the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA) and applicable provincial privacy legislation.

This Privacy Notice explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your personal information when you visit our Website or use our services, including when you subscribe to newsletters, complete assessments, or purchase products and services.
By accessing or using our Website, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Notice.
If you do not agree, please refrain from attending our Website.

Who We Are
Legal Entity: Destigaytions, Inc.
Privacy Officer: Data Protection and Compliance Manager
Contact Email: info@destigaytions.com
Mailing Address: 21 King St W, Hamilton, ON L8P 4W7, Canada

If you have any concerns about how your personal data is handled, please contact our Privacy Officer first.
If unresolved, you may file a complaint with the Office of the Privacy Commissioner of Canada (OPC) at www.priv.gc.ca.
 
Eligibility
This Website is intended for users who are 18 years of age or older (or the age of majority in your province or territory).
We do not knowingly collect information from children under 13 without verifiable parental consent, in compliance with PIPEDA.
If you believe a minor has provided us with personal information without proper consent, please contact us and we will promptly delete it.

Third-Party Links
Our Website may include links to third-party sites, social media, or plug-ins.
We do not control these websites and are not responsible for their privacy practices.
When you leave our Website, please review the privacy notices of any external sites you visit.
 
Information We Collect
We may collect the following categories of personal information:

Identity Data - Name, date of birth, gender, and user identifiers
Contact Data - Address, email, and telephone number
Financial Data - Payment or billing information (if applicable)
Transaction Data - Details of products or services purchased
Technical Data - IP address, browser type, operating system, device ID, and usage statistics
Profile Data - Account login details, preferences, feedback, and survey responses
Usage Data - How you interact with our website and services
Marketing Data - Your communication and marketing preferences
We may also collect aggregated and anonymized data (which cannot identify you) for research and statistical purposes.
We do not collect sensitive personal data such as race, religion, health, or political opinions.
 
How We Collect Personal Data
We collect data in three ways:

  1. Directly from you — when you complete forms, register, or contact us.

  2. Automatically — through cookies, analytics, and similar technologies (see our Cookie Notice).

  3. From third parties — such as analytics providers (e.g., Google Analytics) or payment processors.

You can adjust your browser settings to refuse cookies, but certain features may not function properly.
 
How We Use Your Personal Data
We use your information only for purposes consistent with Canadian privacy law and your reasonable expectations, including to:

  • Provide, personalize, and improve our services;

  • Manage billing, payments, and orders;

  • Respond to your inquiries and requests;

  • Send newsletters or marketing communications only with your express consent (CASL);

  • Analyze and enhance user experience;

  • Maintain website security and integrity;

  • Comply with legal or regulatory obligations.

We will not use your personal data for any purpose beyond what is identified at the time of collection, unless permitted by law or with your consent.
 
Marketing Communications (CASL Compliance)
We comply with Canada’s Anti-Spam Legislation (CASL).
We will only send you marketing or promotional communications if you have provided express consent (opt-in).
You can withdraw your consent or unsubscribe at any time by using the link in our emails or by contacting us at:
📧 info@destigaytions.com
Transactional messages (e.g., receipts, confirmations, and service updates) are exempt under CASL and may still be sent.

Disclosures of Personal Data
We may share your information with:

  • Affiliates and service providers (e.g., hosting, analytics, or payment processors);

  • Legal or regulatory authorities, where required by law;

  • Business partners with your consent;

  • Successors or assigns in the event of a merger, sale, or restructuring.

All third parties must adhere to comparable privacy protections under PIPEDA and use personal data only for authorized purposes.
We do not sell or rent your personal information.

Cross-Border Transfers
Your data may be stored in Canada or in other jurisdictions (e.g., the United States).
If transferred outside Canada, it will be protected by contractual safeguards ensuring protection equivalent to PIPEDA standards.
 
Data Security
We employ physical, organizational, and technological measures to protect your personal data from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction.
This includes secure servers, encryption, and restricted access controls.
While no system is 100 % secure, we maintain industry-standard safeguards to protect your data.

Data Retention
We retain personal data only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected or as required by law.
When no longer needed, information is securely deleted or anonymized.
You may request deletion of your account or data by contacting info@destigaytions.com.
 
Your Rights Under Canadian Law
Under PIPEDA, you have the right to:
Access - Request a copy of your personal information we hold.
Correction - Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data.
Withdraw Consent - Withdraw consent at any time (may limit service availability).
Deletion - Request deletion of your data, where legally permissible.
Complaint - File a complaint with our Privacy Officer or the Office of the Privacy Commissioner of Canada (OPC).
To exercise these rights, email info@destigaytions.com.
We may verify your identity before fulfilling your request.

Accessibility (AODA Compliance)
Destigaytions is committed to providing equal access to all individuals in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA).
If you require information in an alternative format or accessibility assistance, please contact:
📧 info@destigaytions.com

Cookie Policy
For information about how we use cookies to improve your browsing experience, see our Cookies Policy.

Updates to This Privacy Notice
We may update this Privacy Notice from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements.
The revised version will be posted on our Website with an updated “Last Updated” date.
 
Contact Information
Destigaytions, Inc.
📍 21 King St W, Hamilton, ON L8P 4W7, Canada
📧 info@destigaytions.com
If you are unsatisfied with our response, you may contact the Office of the Privacy Commissioner of Canada (OPC):
🔗 https://www.priv.gc.ca/en/contact-the-opc

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