Introduction
At Blue Skies Accounting, we are committed to protecting the privacy and confidentiality of our clients’ personal information. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and protect personal information in compliance with the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA), Alberta’s Personal Information Protection Act (PIPA), and other applicable privacy laws in Canada.
Collection of Personal Information
We collect personal information that is necessary to provide our accounting services. This may include, but is not limited to:
- Contact information (name, address, email, phone number)
- Financial information (income, expenses, assets, liabilities)
- Tax information (tax returns, tax identification numbers)
- Employment information (employer, job title, salary)
- Payment information (credit card numbers, bank account information for pre-authorized debit)
Use of Personal Information
We use personal information for the following purposes:
- To provide accounting, tax, and advisory services
- To communicate with clients regarding their accounts and our services
- To process payments and manage billing
- To comply with legal and regulatory requirements
- To improve our services and client experience
Disclosure of Personal Information
We do not disclose personal information to third parties without the client’s consent, except in the following circumstances:
- When required by law or regulatory authorities
- To our service providers who assist us in providing our services (e.g., IT support, data storage)
- To protect the rights, property, or safety of Blue Skies Accounting, our clients, or others
Protection of Personal Information
We take reasonable measures to protect personal information from unauthorized access, use, or disclosure. This includes:
- Implementing physical, technical, and administrative security measures
- Regularly reviewing and updating our security practices
- Ensuring our employees and service providers are aware of and comply with our privacy policies
Retention of Personal Information
We retain personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected or as required by law. Once personal information is no longer needed, we securely destroy or anonymize it.
Access to and Correction of Personal Information
Clients have the right to access and correct their personal information. To request access or correction, please contact us at the details provided below.
Changes to this Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. The updated policy will be posted on our website, and the date of the latest revision will be indicated.
Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us at:
Blue Skies Accounting
3263b 114th Ave SE
Calgary, AB T2X3Z1
Email: [email protected]
Phone: (403) 269 2662
November 12, 2024