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Wendy Smith, Sutton Group Realty Services Ltd. (SGRS), and our Suppliers respect the privacy and security of our Internet users. Personally-identifying information collected on this web site is not disclosed to any third party without user consent.
Cookies
"Cookies" are small text files that a Web site transfers to a site visitor's hard disk or browser for added functionality, or for tracking Web site usage. We do not use cookies to gather personal information like a person's name or e-mail address. In order to measure the effectiveness of our online presence, SGRS and its Suppliers uses cookies to identify repeat visitors to our Web site, to determine the path visitors take on our site, and to identify unique visitors. Any information gathered by the use of cookies is compiled on an aggregate, anonymous basis.
Registration Forms
Personal information gathered from registration forms (such as name, email or street address) is used to send information related to our products and services to consenting users. When you indicate that you want to receive a product or service, or contact a person or organization, we share the data needed for you to receive what you have indicated.
Security
We place a high priority on security. Our computer systems uses a combination of hardware and software designed to protect against unauthorized entry and loss, theft, or misuse of personal information. Although we will make every effort to protect personal information, no computer system is immune from hackers and others who might misuse information. We are not responsible for any breach of security that is beyond our reasonable control.
Links to Third Party Sites
This web site contains hyperlinks to web sites operated by parties other than Wendy Smith and SGRS. Please be aware that these sites may record personal information and other data according to their own privacy policies. We encourage you to review any privacy policies or notices posted on those linked sites.
Hyperlinks
This Web site contains hyperlinks or "links" to other sites, and other sites may "link" to this site. Web sites linking to and from this site may have different privacy practices and policies from the ones described here. Visitors to our site should read the terms of use and privacy statements of other Web sites they visit. This privacy statement applies solely to information collected by this Web site.
Changes to our Internet Privacy Policy
We may, from time to time, make changes to this policy. We recommend that visitors to this site re-visit this privacy policy on occasion to learn of new privacy practices and changes to our policy.
How to get in touch with us about this Privacy Policy
It's important to us to hear what visitors have to say about our services, and our policies. If site visitors have any questions, concerns, or complaints about this Privacy Policy, or want to let us know what they think about any of our off-line and on-line products and services, please email us at support@wendysmithtoronto.com.
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See below: Information on the Personal Information Protection
and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA) and the Canadian Real Estate Association's PRIVACY CODE.
Protecting your privacy: it's our business
In the usual course of real estate transactions, REALTORS® may require personal and property information from buyers and sellers. Some of this information may be considered private. Collecting and sharing this information is an essential part of the buying and selling process. At the same time, few things are more important to individuals than their privacy. REALTORS® recognize the rights of buyers and sellers to protect and control the use of their personal information. REALTORS® are committed to using fair information practices when dealing with your personal information. This web site explains what we do with your information and how you control it. If you have any questions, speak to your REALTOR® or contact your local real estate Board or your provincial real estate Association.
PRIVACY CODE
REALTORS® abide by the Privacy Code of The Canadian Real Estate Association. This Code sets out the commitment of REALTORS® and your rights regarding the privacy of your personal information. We will:
- Obtain your consent when we collect, use or disclose your personal information.
- Only use the information for the purposes we discussed with you.
- Allow you access to your information.
- Have privacy policies that are clear and understandable.
Like more information about privacy issues?
Please contact The Canadian Real Estate Association
at info@crea.ca,
or 613-237-7111.
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Definition of Personal Information:
Information about an identifiable individual
client. This may include without limitation, the individual's name,
home address, email address, age, gender, income, personal preferences
and other information about his or her family. Personal information
does not include the name, title or business address or telephone
number of an employee of an organization.
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The Personal Information Protection
and Electronic Documents Act ("PIPEDA"), is a Canadian statute focused on privacy matters involving business purposes. The Act provides that that personal information cannot be collected, used, or disclosed in Canadian commercial activities without the informed consent of individuals providing such information. Individuals have the right to access and, if necessary, to challenge personal information stored by an organization. Further, information can only be used specifically for the intended purpose for which it was collected.
Website of the Privacy Commissioner of Canada
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