Privacy Policy

Last updated: 2026-01-18

NOXIO INC. (hereinafter referred to as “Noxio” or “we”) believes that the protection of personal information is of paramount importance. For this reason, we have implemented this privacy policy (hereinafter referred to as the “Policy”) with the objective of protecting your integrity and your right to disclose or not disclose your personal information.

This Policy describes how Noxio collects, uses, discloses, processes, and protects your personal information. By using our website https://www.noxio.ca/ (the “Website”) or by doing business with us, you agree that we may collect, use, process, disclose, and retain your personal information in accordance with the conditions described herein. If you do not agree to comply with and be bound by this Policy, you are not authorized to visit, access, or use our Website, nor to share your personal information with us in connection with the mandates you entrust to us.

Our practices regarding the protection of your personal information comply with the following laws:
The Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA – federal law).
The Act respecting the protection of personal information in the private sector (Law 25 – provincial law).

All personal information is collected fairly and in a non-intrusive manner, and with your consent. Personal information collected is accessible only to persons who need it to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected. Noxio is committed to respecting the personal information of its clients, employees, applicants, and all visitors to its Website who voluntarily choose to provide us with personal information. We recognize the importance of providing appropriate protection and management of the personal information you share with us. This Policy serves as a guide to help you understand what type of information we collect, how it is used, and to whom it may be disclosed. This Policy explains Noxio’s practices regarding information collected from users through its Website.

1. NOXIO’S COMMITMENT: COMPLIANCE WITH THE TEN PRINCIPLES FOR THE PROTECTION OF PERSONAL INFORMATION
In Canada, the “Fair Information Principles” relating to personal information are set out in a series of ten principles developed by the Canadian Standards Association and enshrined in Canadian privacy legislation under PIPEDA. Noxio complies with the following ten principles for the protection of personal information:

Principle 1 – Accountability
Noxio is responsible for the personal information under its control and has designated a Privacy Officer who ensures and is accountable for Noxio’s compliance with this Policy and applicable laws. Contact information:
Privacy Officer
2572 Daniel-Johnson Boulevard, 2nd floor, Laval, QC H7T 2R3
Contact form: https://loi25.noxio.ca‍

‍Principle 2 – Identifying purposes
‍Noxio identifies the purposes for which personal information is collected before or at the time of collection. Certain purposes for which personal information is collected, used, and or disclosed are described in this Policy. If we wish to collect, use, or disclose personal information for purposes other than those set out in this Policy, Noxio undertakes to obtain your consent.

Principle 3 – Consent
Noxio undertakes to obtain your informed consent for the collection, use, or disclosure of your personal information, except where otherwise permitted by law.

Principle 4 – Limiting collection
Noxio limits the collection of personal information to what is necessary to fulfill the identified purposes, both in nature and quantity. Noxio collects personal information in a fair and lawful manner, without misleading individuals as to the purposes for which it is collected.

Principle 5 – Limiting use, disclosure, and retention
Noxio does not use or disclose your personal information for purposes other than those identified, unless consent has been obtained or where permitted or required by law. Noxio retains personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the identified purposes. Retention periods may be adjusted for legitimate interests, such as ensuring information security, preventing abuse or breaches, or pursuing offenders. Once the purpose for which the information was collected has been fulfilled, the information is destroyed or anonymized in accordance with the law.

Principle 6 – Accuracy
If you have an account or have left comments on the site, you may request to receive a file containing all personal data we hold about you, including data you have provided to us. You may also request the deletion of your personal data, except for data retained for administrative, legal, or security purposes.

Principle 7 – Safeguards
Noxio protects personal information using security measures appropriate to the sensitivity of the information. Noxio follows ISO 27001:2013 information security practices, ensuring rigorous and responsible management, without currently holding official certification.

Principle 8 – Openness
Noxio makes available information about its policies and practices relating to the management of personal information.

Principle 9 – Individual access
Subject to certain exceptions, Noxio undertakes, upon written request to the Privacy Officer, to inform individuals of the existence, use, and disclosure of their personal information and to give access to that information. Individuals may challenge the accuracy and completeness of the information and request corrections where appropriate.

Principle 10 – Challenging compliance
You have the right to file a complaint with our Privacy Officer regarding our compliance with this Policy.

2. CONSENT
2.1 This Policy applies to all personal information collected by or on behalf of Noxio, whether collected in writing, verbally, electronically, or through any website operated by or on behalf of Noxio. By browsing the Website or doing business with Noxio, you consent to the collection and use of your personal information for the purposes described herein.

2.2 BY SUBMITTING PERSONAL INFORMATION TO NOXIO AND OR BY BROWSING AND USING THE WEBSITE, YOU CONSENT TO NOXIO COLLECTING, USING, AND DISCLOSING SUCH PERSONAL INFORMATION IN ACCORDANCE WITH THIS POLICY AND SUBJECT TO THE CONDITIONS PERMITTED OR REQUIRED BY LAW.

3. CONSENT TO SHARING AND DISCLOSURE OF PERSONAL INFORMATION
3.1 In addition to consenting to this Policy and any applicable related policies, you consent to Noxio sharing the personal information you provide in accordance with the terms set out herein.

4. NATURE OF INFORMATION COLLECTED
4.1 “Personal information” means any information relating to an identified or identifiable individual.

4.2 Personal information includes, without limitation, first and last name, home address, home telephone number, mobile phone number, email address, and employment-related information, such as that found in a résumé, background checks, or references.

4.3 “Non-personal information” means information that is publicly available. Professional information is considered non-personal information and may be shared internally or externally. This includes, without limitation, company name, business address, business email, and business phone number.

4.4 “Sensitive personal information” means personal information that, by its nature or context of use or disclosure, carries a high level of reasonable expectation of privacy.

4.5 In the course of our activities, we may collect and use personal information permitted by law, including:
Contact details for newsletter subscriptions.
Contact and professional details for event registrations.
Contact, academic, and application information for job or internship applications.
Contact details and information voluntarily submitted through the Contact section.

5. INTERNET USERS – COOKIES, IP ADDRESS, AND NAVIGATION INFORMATION
5.1 Cookies - We use cookies to analyze navigation on our Website and improve user experience. You may manage or disable cookies through your browser settings, noting that some features may not function properly without cookies.

5.2 Cookies may be session-based or persistent.

5.3 Persistent cookies store user preferences between visits.

5.4 For more information on managing cookies, consult the Manage my cookies section of our Website.

5.5 IP address - An IP address may be used to diagnose server issues, manage the Website, and provide location-based information. IP addresses are not linked to personal information.

5.6 Navigation information - Navigation data is used for statistical analysis and does not identify users personally. Aggregate data may be shared with third parties.

5.7 Google Analytics - We use Google Analytics to collect navigation data. To opt out, visit
https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout.

6. USE OF PERSONAL INFORMATION
6.1 Personal information is used to process requests submitted to us.

6.2 Noxio may contact you by email, mail, or phone regarding services described herein.

6.3 Personal information may be used for legitimate purposes, including service delivery, newsletters, identity verification, website operation, legal compliance, fraud prevention, communications, recruitment, and other lawful purposes.

6.4 Noxio does not use personal information for other purposes without prior consent, except where required by law.

7. SHARING OF PERSONAL INFORMATION
7.1 Noxio does not sell personal information. Information may be shared with service providers, consultants, or affiliates as required for business operations, in compliance with this Policy and the law.

7.2 Written agreements are in place with service providers to ensure adequate safeguards.

7.3 Personal information may be disclosed in the event of a business transaction such as a merger, sale, or acquisition.

7.4 Personal information may be disclosed where required by law or to protect rights, security, or legal interests.

8. YOUR RIGHTS
8.1 You may exercise your rights by submitting a request through https://loi25.noxio.ca or by mail to the Privacy Officer. Your rights include access, correction, withdrawal of consent, cessation of dissemination, and filing a complaint with the appropriate authority.

9. LINKS TO THIRD-PARTY WEBSITES
9.1 Our Website may contain links to third-party websites. This Policy does not apply to external sites, and Noxio is not responsible for their privacy practices.

10. SENSITIVE PERSONAL INFORMATION
10.1 Sensitive personal information is collected only when strictly necessary and with explicit consent.

11. LIMITATION OF LIABILITY
11.1 While reasonable security measures are implemented, no system is completely secure. Noxio is not liable for unauthorized access, loss, or misuse of personal information, except in cases of gross negligence or willful misconduct.

12. INDIVIDUALS UNDER 14 YEARS OF AGE
12.1 Noxio does not knowingly collect personal information from individuals under 14 years of age without parental consent.

13. PRIVACY OFFICER
13.1 For questions or complaints, contact:
Privacy Officer
2572 Daniel-Johnson Boulevard, 2nd floor, Laval, QC H7T 2R3
Contact form: https://loi25.noxio.ca

14.CHANGES TO THIS PRIVACY POLICY
14.1 This Policy is effective as of September 22, 2023. Noxio may update it at any time. Continued use of the Website constitutes acceptance of any changes.

15. WEBSITE TERMS OF USE
15.1 The terms governing use of this Website are available at Legal Notice - Noxio and apply to any disputes related to this Policy and the use of personal information.