Privacy Policy
Professional Association of Vehicle Evaluators Inc. (P.A.V.E.) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting the personal information you share with us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard personal information in connection with our website, services, communications, and business operations.
Information We Collect
We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us, including your name, phone number, email address, mailing address, business information, vehicle-related information, and any other details you submit through our website, forms, email, phone, or other communications.
We may also collect limited technical information when you visit our website, such as your IP address, browser type, device information, pages visited, and general usage data.
How We Use Personal Information
We may use personal information to:
- Respond to inquiries and provide information about our services;
- Process applications, memberships, registrations, or service requests;
- Communicate with members, clients, evaluators, and the public;
- Administer our website, programs, and business operations;
- Maintain records and comply with legal, regulatory, or professional obligations;
- Improve our services, communications, and user experience;
- Send updates, notices, or other communications where permitted by law.
Consent
By providing personal information to us, you consent to the collection, use, and disclosure of that information as described in this Privacy Policy. You may withdraw your consent at any time, subject to legal or contractual restrictions and reasonable notice.
Disclosure of Personal Information
We do not sell personal information. We may share personal information with service providers, professional advisors, affiliates, partners, or other third parties where necessary to operate our organization, provide services, respond to requests, or comply with applicable laws.
We may also disclose personal information if required or permitted by law, including in response to a court order, regulatory request, legal process, or to protect our rights, property, or safety.
Storage and Safeguards
We use reasonable physical, administrative, and technical safeguards to protect personal information against loss, theft, unauthorized access, disclosure, copying, use, or modification.
While we take reasonable steps to protect personal information, no method of transmission or storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
Retention of Personal Information
We retain personal information only for as long as reasonably necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, to meet legal or regulatory requirements, or to resolve disputes and enforce agreements.
Access and Correction
You may request access to the personal information we hold about you or ask that it be corrected if it is inaccurate or incomplete. We may need to verify your identity before processing such requests.
Cookies and Website Data
Our website may use cookies or similar technologies to improve functionality, analyze usage, and enhance the user experience. You can adjust your browser settings to refuse or disable cookies, although some website features may not function properly.
Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices, content, or policies of third-party websites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing personal information.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date. Your continued use of our website or services after changes are posted means you accept the updated policy.
Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how your personal information is handled, please contact us:
Professional Association of Vehicle Evaluators Inc.
425 Kilman Road
Ridgeville, ON L0S 1M0
Phone: 905-599-PAVE (7283)
Email: [email protected]