Welcome to ClimateDate.ca, a climate portal operated by the Computer Research Institute of Montréal (“CRIM”). By browsing or using the ClimateDate.ca and its content, including the data (collectively the “Website”), you acknowledge that you have read and unreservedly agree to be bound by and comply with the following privacy policy (“Privacy Policy”), which together with the terms of use govern CRIM’s relationship with you in relation to this Website.
CRIM respects the privacy of your personal information and is committed to protecting it and using it solely for the purpose for which it was collected.
Application and Scope
When using ClimateData.ca (the “Website”), you may provide us with personal information. The term “personal information” is defined as “any information which relates to a natural person and allows that person to be identified.”
This Privacy Policy governs the collection, usage and storage of information obtained from users (i) through the use of the analysis page; (ii) by filling out the online and data support forms; (iii) contacting us by email. This Privacy Policy applies to all information that may be collected by CRIM through the Website.
CRIM reserves the right to change its Privacy Policy at any time without prior notification. Any changes become effective immediately upon being posted on the Website.
Why We Collect Information
The information is collected and used notably for the following purposes:
• Send you data requested through the analysis page;
• Provide support following a request through the Feedback page;
• Communicate with you after you contacted us.
The information is only used for the purpose that it was collected.
What Information We Collect and How is it Stored
Depending on your use of the Website, CRIM may collect, hold and use the information that you knowingly choose to disclose and enter on any of the Website’s forms or that you otherwise give to CRIM, such as your name, your email address, your organization, your phone number and your IP address.
Any information collected is stored on servers located in Canada and owned by CRIM.
The information is stored only for the time required to fulfill the purpose for which it was collected or as required by law. After such time, any information provided will be deleted.
How the Information is Communicated
CRIM never discloses any personal information that it may collect to anyone outside of CRIM without the person’s consent, except if required or permitted by law.
Relevant personnel may access information, when it is required to fulfill the purpose for which the information was collected.
CRIM does not sell any available personal information to third parties. Any collected information is used exclusively in accordance with this Privacy Policy.
Security
All information is stored on servers with high-security safeguards, protected against misuse and access by unauthorized individuals. CRIM endeavours to maintain appropriate physical, procedural and technical security with respect to its office and information storage facilities. Any information is only made available to individuals (employees or agents) who require access to such information to carry out their responsibilities.
While CRIM takes reasonable means to protect your privacy, please be aware that no method of transmitting information over the Internet or storing information is completely secure and thus CRIM cannot guarantee the absolute security of that information during the transmission or storage on its systems. CRIM cannot warrant or represent that your information will be protected against, loss, misuse, or alteration by third parties.
Hyperlinks and Third Parties
The Website incorporates links to third parties’ sites or resources on the Internet for your information. By clicking on such links, you leave the Website. Any personal information you submit through these sites is subject to such third parties’ privacy policy. CRIM does not exercise any control on the operation of any third parties’ websites or applications and the fact that they are listed on the Website does not incur CRIM’s liability in any manner.
Cookies
CRIM may use cookies to collect some non-identifiable information regarding your computer or mobile device and your activities in order to help improve the user experience. You can manage your cookie settings directly in your browser, however, be aware that if you disable or remove cookies, some parts of the Website might not work properly.
Applicable Law and Jurisdiction
Your use of this Website and the Privacy Policy are governed by the provincial and federal laws in application in Quebec and any resulting dispute will be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of the province of Quebec, without regard to conflict of law.
General Information and How to Exercise Your Rights
Should you have any questions concerning our policy on the protection of personal information, the access to personal information, or the collection, use and disclosure of personal information, or if you need to know how to lodge a complaint, update or delete your personal information, please contact our privacy officer in the following manner:
Address: 405 Ogilvy Avenue, Suite 101, Montréal, Quebec H3N 1M3
We will do our best to treat your request promptly. Please note that we may sometimes deny your request under relevant laws.
Last update: May 27, 2019