Blue Goose Digital Corp., together with its affiliated entities, (collectively referred to as “Gander,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) — provides artificial intelligence analytics, and related business services to its clients (“Clients”).
This Privacy Notice describes how Gander collects, uses, discloses, and safeguards personal information obtained through this website (the “Site”). It also explains the lawful bases for our processing activities and outlines the privacy rights available to individuals under applicable data protection legislation.
1. Consent
Except as permitted or required by applicable law, Gander will not collect, use, or disclose personal information without your consent. Consent may be express or implied, depending on the nature of the personal information and the context of its collection.
You may withdraw your consent at any time, subject to legal or contractual restrictions and reasonable notice. Withdrawal of consent will not affect the legality of any processing carried out prior to such withdrawal.
Upon withdrawal of consent, Gander may continue to retain and use personal information to the extent necessary to:
(i) meet contractual obligations;
(ii) enforce rights or pursue remedies under existing agreements; or
(iii) comply with lawful requirements or legitimate business interests, including fraud prevention.
Please note that withdrawing consent may limit our ability to provide you with certain services or respond to your communications.
2. Definition of Personal Information
For the purposes of this Privacy Notice, “Personal Information” means any information about an identifiable individual, or any information that may reasonably be used, either alone or in combination with other data, to identify an individual. This includes, but is not limited to, names, contact details, online identifiers, and information relating to your use of our Site.
3. Your Privacy Rights
Gander recognises and upholds the following rights in respect of your Personal Information, regardless of your place of residence:
- Right to be Informed – to receive clear and transparent information about how and why your Personal Information is processed.
- Right of Access – to request confirmation as to whether we hold Personal Information about you and to obtain a copy of such information.
- Right to Rectification – to request correction of any inaccurate or incomplete Personal Information.
- Right to Erasure (“Right to be Forgotten”) – to request deletion of your Personal Information where there is no lawful or compelling reason for continued processing.
- Right to Restrict Processing – to request that we temporarily or permanently cease processing your Personal Information under specific circumstances.
- Right to Data Portability – to receive your Personal Information in a structured, commonly used, and machine-readable format and to transmit that data to another controller, where applicable.
- Right to Object – to object, on grounds relating to your particular situation, to the processing of your Personal Information.
- Right to Non-Discrimination – to ensure you are not penalised for exercising your data protection rights.
- Right to Appeal – to appeal a decision made by Gander concerning your Personal Information.
- Right to Lodge a Complaint – to raise a complaint with the relevant data protection authority in your jurisdiction.
Requests to exercise any of the above rights may be submitted to privacy@gander.com.
Individuals in:
- Canada may contact the Office of the Privacy Commissioner of Canada (OPC);
If you are uncertain which authority applies to you, Gander will provide reasonable assistance.
4. Purpose of Collection
Gander collects and processes Personal Information only for legitimate and identified purposes, including to:
- Respond to inquiries, feedback, or employment applications submitted via the Site;
- Deliver, manage, and improve our services and client relationships;
- Communicate information about our business operations and service offerings; and
- Conduct analytics to assess and enhance the performance and usability of the Site.
5. Methods of Collection
Gander collects Personal Information through the following means:
- Information you provide directly via the Site (for example, through forms, job applications, or correspondence);
- Automated data collection tools such as cookies, log files, and similar technologies; and
Where appropriate, we will indicate whether the provision of Personal Information is voluntary or mandatory and explain any consequences of refusal to provide it.
6. Data Controller
Gander is the primary data controller with respect to the processing of Personal Information described in this Privacy Notice. Certain processing activities may also be undertaken by other Gander entities acting as joint controllers.
7. Lawful Basis for Processing
Gander processes Personal Information under one or more of the following lawful bases:
- Performance of a Contract – where processing is required to perform contractual obligations or take steps at your request prior to entering into a contract;
- Legal Obligation – where processing is necessary for compliance with applicable laws; and
- Legitimate Interests – where processing is necessary for the pursuit of Gander’s legitimate business activities, provided such interests are not overridden by your rights and freedoms.
8. Categories of Information Collected
The types of Personal Information collected may include:
- Identifiers and Contact Information: name, mailing address, telephone number, and email address;
- Technical Information: IP address, browser type, device identifiers, and other data relating to your interaction with our Site;
- Employment-Related Information: curriculum vitae details, work history, and other information provided when applying for employment opportunities.
Marketing Communications:
By submitting your contact details or an application through the Site, you consent to receiving communications from Gander that relate to our business or opportunities. You may withdraw consent at any time by following the opt-out instructions provided in such communications or by contacting us directly.
Cookies:
Gander uses cookies and similar technologies to enhance Site functionality and improve user experience. For details, please refer to our Cookies Notice.
Site Analytics:
We may collect aggregated and anonymised data for statistical and performance analysis. This information does not identify you individually.
Do Not Track Signals:
The Site does not currently respond to “Do Not Track” browser settings.
9. Disclosure of Personal Information
Gander does not sell Personal Information. Disclosure occurs only under the following circumstances:
- Service Providers: to third-party processors performing defined functions on Gander’s behalf, such as data storage, analytics, and recruitment assistance. These parties are bound by contractual obligations to protect the confidentiality and security of Personal Information.
- Legal Requirements: where disclosure is necessary to comply with applicable laws, court orders, or regulatory authorities.
- Legal Rights: where disclosure is necessary to establish, exercise, or defend Gander’s legal rights or those of its affiliates.
- Corporate Transactions: in connection with a merger, acquisition, sale, or transfer of Gander’s assets, provided the recipient agrees to handle the information in accordance with this Notice.
- Affiliated Entities: within the Gander corporate group, subject to equivalent privacy and data protection safeguards.
10. Cross-Border Transfers
Gander may transfer Personal Information across national borders to jurisdictions where privacy laws may differ from those in your home country. Such transfers are made in accordance with applicable data protection requirements.
By using the Site and submitting your Personal Information, you acknowledge and consent to these international transfers in accordance with this Privacy Notice.
11. Information Security
Gander employs administrative, technical, and physical safeguards designed to protect Personal Information against unauthorised access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. These measures are regularly reviewed and updated in accordance with industry standards and regulatory expectations.
12. Changes to this Privacy Notice
Gander reserves the right to amend or update this Privacy Notice from time to time to reflect changes in legal, technical, or business developments. The revised version will be posted on the Site with the effective date clearly indicated. Your continued use of the Site after such updates constitutes acceptance of the revised terms.
13. Contact Information
For any questions regarding this Privacy Notice, or to exercise your privacy rights, please contact:
Data Protection Officer
Blue Goose Digital Corp.
120-100 Collip Circle
London, Ontario, Canada
N6G 4X8
Email: privacy@gander.com