Privacy Policy

1541571 B.C. LTD. DBA. (“Aera,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your personal information in compliance with Canadian privacy laws, including the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA), and any applicable provincial legislation.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect:

• Personal information you provide (name, email, phone, company information, submitted materials).
• Information collected automatically (IP address, browser type, device information, website usage).
• Information from third parties (public records, referral partners, or business partners).

2. How We Use Your Information

We collect and use your information to:

• Respond to inquiries and provide advisory services.
• Evaluate mandates, potential engagements, or partnership opportunities.
• Improve website functionality and user experience.
• Communicate updates or marketing materials (with explicit or implied consent under Canadian law).
• Comply with regulatory or legal obligations.

Aera does not sell or lease your personal information.

3. Disclosure of Personal Information

We may share information with:

• Internal team members and advisors.
• Technology providers supporting our website, CRM, or operations.
• Partner firms or co-advisors (only with your consent).
• Legal or regulatory authorities when required by law.

All third parties must maintain confidentiality and meet Canadian data protection standards.

4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and analytics tools to enhance website performance.
You may disable cookies through your browser settings.

5. Security Safeguards

We apply reasonable administrative, technical, and physical measures to protect your data.
However, no system can guarantee absolute security.

6. Data Storage and International Transfers

Your information may be stored or accessed within Canada or in jurisdictions where our service providers operate.
We ensure that third-party providers maintain protection comparable to Canadian standards under PIPEDA.

7. Your Rights Under Canadian Law

You have the right to:

• Request access to your personal information.
• Correct inaccuracies.
• Withdraw consent to communications.
• Request deletion where permitted by law.

To exercise these rights, contact us at: info@aera.inc

8. Updates

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The updated version will be posted with a revised date.

9. Contact Information

Email: contact@aera.inc
Vancouver, BC, Canada