Cookie Usage Information

Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit our platform. They help the platform remember your preferences and improve your experience. We use only essential cookies necessary for platform functionality and optional analytics cookies with user consent.

Cookies do not contain personal information that can identify you directly. They store technical data about your visit, such as language preferences, session information, and basic analytics. All cookie usage complies with Canadian privacy legislation and best practices.

Cookies collect anonymous technical information including browser type, device information, approximate location (country level), pages visited, and time spent on the platform. This data helps us optimize performance and identify technical issues.

All cookie data is aggregated and anonymized for analysis. Individual browsing patterns are not tracked or profiled. Data is stored for maximum periods: essential cookies for session duration or 24 hours, analytics cookies for 12 months, preference cookies for 6 months.

You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings or our platform's cookie consent tool. Most browsers allow you to block or delete cookies, though this may affect platform functionality.

Essential cookies cannot be disabled as they are required for secure platform operation. Analytics and preference cookies can be managed through the consent banner that appears on your first visit. Settings can be changed at any time through the platform footer.

All cookies are transmitted securely using HTTPS encryption. We implement security measures to prevent unauthorized access to cookie data and regularly audit our cookie usage for compliance with privacy standards.

Cookie data is stored separately from personal account information and cannot be linked to individual identities. We do not use cookies for tracking across other websites or for building user profiles. All cookie practices are reviewed quarterly for privacy compliance.

Cookie data retention follows strict schedules: session cookies are deleted when browsers close, preference cookies expire after 6 months, and analytics cookies are automatically deleted after 12 months. Users can manually clear cookies through browser settings at any time.

When cookies expire or are deleted, the information they contain is permanently removed from our systems. New cookies may be set on subsequent visits, with renewed consent required for optional categories. Regular cookie audits ensure expired cookies are properly removed.