Privacy Policy

Last Updated: January 15, 2025

Introduction

At Perpetua Luminara, we take your privacy seriously. This policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information when you visit our website or use our family investing services. We're committed to transparency about our data practices and your rights as a Canadian resident.

This privacy policy applies to all services offered by Perpetua Luminara, located at 14 St Johns Ave, Corner Brook, NL, Canada. By using our website or services, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.

Information We Collect

Personal Information

We collect personal information that you voluntarily provide when you contact us, request information about our services, or engage with our family investing programs. This may include:

  • Full name and contact information (email, phone, mailing address)
  • Financial information relevant to investment planning
  • Family composition and financial goals
  • Employment and income details for investment suitability assessment
  • Investment experience and risk tolerance preferences

Technical Information

When you visit our website, we automatically collect certain technical information through cookies and similar technologies:

  • IP address and geographic location
  • Browser type and version
  • Pages visited and time spent on our site
  • Referring website information
  • Device information and screen resolution

How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for specific, legitimate business purposes related to providing family investing services:

Service Delivery

Your personal information helps us provide tailored investment advice and create family financial plans that match your specific circumstances and goals.

  • Responding to your inquiries and providing requested information
  • Conducting investment suitability assessments
  • Developing personalized family investment strategies
  • Communicating important updates about your investments or our services
  • Complying with regulatory requirements for financial services
  • Improving our website and services based on user feedback

We never use your personal information for marketing unrelated financial products or services without your explicit consent.

Data Storage and Retention

Information Type Retention Period Reason
Client financial records 7 years after relationship ends Canadian regulatory compliance
Website contact forms 2 years from submission Service follow-up and record keeping
Technical website data 13 months Website improvement and security
Marketing communications consent Until consent withdrawn Legal basis for communications

We securely store your information using industry-standard encryption and access controls. All data is stored on Canadian servers or servers of trusted service providers who meet Canadian privacy standards.

Information Sharing and Third Parties

We don't sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties. However, we may share your information in these limited circumstances:

Service Providers

We work with trusted service providers who help us deliver our services, including:

  • Cloud hosting providers for secure data storage
  • Email service providers for client communications
  • Professional advisors (lawyers, accountants) when necessary
  • Technology vendors for website functionality and security

Legal Requirements

We may disclose your information when required by Canadian law, court orders, or regulatory authorities. This includes compliance with anti-money laundering regulations and tax reporting requirements.

Important: All third parties who access your information are bound by strict confidentiality agreements and must comply with Canadian privacy laws.

Your Privacy Rights

Under Canadian privacy legislation (PIPEDA), you have several important rights regarding your personal information:

Access Your Information

Request a copy of all personal information we hold about you, including how it's being used.

Correct Inaccuracies

Ask us to update or correct any incorrect or incomplete personal information.

Withdraw Consent

Withdraw your consent for certain uses of your information, subject to legal requirements.

Request Deletion

Ask us to delete your personal information when legally permissible and practical.

Restrict Processing

Limit how we use your information in certain circumstances while maintaining necessary records.

File Complaints

Lodge complaints with the Privacy Commissioner of Canada if you're concerned about our practices.

To exercise any of these rights, contact us using the information provided below. We'll respond to your request within 30 days and may ask you to verify your identity for security purposes.

Security Measures

We implement comprehensive security measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction:

Technical Safeguards

  • SSL encryption for all data transmission
  • Secure, encrypted databases with regular security updates
  • Multi-factor authentication for staff access
  • Regular security audits and penetration testing
  • Automated backup systems with encryption

Physical and Administrative Controls

  • Restricted physical access to servers and data storage
  • Employee privacy training and confidentiality agreements
  • Regular review of access permissions and user accounts
  • Incident response procedures for potential security breaches

While we use industry best practices to protect your information, no system is completely secure. We encourage you to use strong passwords and contact us immediately if you suspect any unauthorized access to your account.

Cookies and Website Technologies

Our website uses cookies and similar technologies to improve your browsing experience and provide better service:

Essential Cookies

These cookies are necessary for our website to function properly and cannot be disabled. They include session management and security cookies.

Analytics Cookies

We use analytics tools to understand how visitors use our website, which helps us improve our services. These cookies collect anonymous information about page views, bounce rates, and user interactions.

You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences. However, disabling certain cookies may limit your ability to use some website features.

International Data Transfers

We primarily store and process your information within Canada. However, some of our trusted service providers may process information outside Canada, including in the United States.

When information is transferred internationally, we ensure these transfers comply with Canadian privacy laws and include appropriate safeguards such as contractual protections and adequacy determinations.

You have the right to know about international transfers and to object to them in certain circumstances. Contact us for more information about where your data is processed.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this privacy policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices, technology, or legal requirements. When we make significant changes, we'll notify you by:

  • Posting the updated policy on our website with a new "Last Updated" date
  • Sending email notifications to active clients about material changes
  • Providing clear summaries of key changes when applicable

We encourage you to review this policy regularly to stay informed about how we protect your information. Continued use of our services after policy changes indicates your acceptance of the updated terms.

Privacy Questions and Contact Information

If you have questions about this privacy policy, want to exercise your privacy rights, or have concerns about how we handle your personal information, please contact us:

Perpetua Luminara Privacy Officer
14 St Johns Ave
Corner Brook, NL A2H
Canada

Phone: +1 (306) 754-2139
Email: [email protected]

We're committed to addressing your privacy concerns promptly and transparently. You can also contact the Privacy Commissioner of Canada if you have unresolved concerns about our privacy practices.