Privacy Policy

Last updated: March 2021.

SPARK Advisory Services ("SPARK," "we," "us," or "our") respects your privacy. This policy explains what information we collect when you visit sparkadvisoryservices.com or engage our services, how we use it, and the choices you have. By using this website, you agree to the practices described below.

Information we collect

We collect information in the following ways:

• Information you provide. When you email us or engage us for an advisory relationship, we collect details such as your name, organization, email address, and the content of your correspondence.
• Information collected automatically. Like most websites, we may collect limited technical information — such as browser type, device, referring pages, and general location — through server logs and analytics.
• Cookies and similar technologies. We may use cookies to understand how the site is used and to improve it.

How we use information

We use the information we collect to:

• Respond to inquiries and provide our advisory services;
• Operate, maintain, and improve the website;
• Communicate with clients and prospective clients about engagements;
• Comply with legal obligations and protect our rights.

We do not sell personal information, and we do not send unsolicited marketing.

Cookies

You can set your browser to refuse some or all cookies, or to alert you when cookies are being sent. Some parts of the site may not function properly without cookies. Where required, we will request your consent before placing non-essential cookies.

Third parties

We may share information with trusted service providers who support our operations — for example, website hosting, email, and analytics providers — under obligations of confidentiality. We may also disclose information where required by law or to protect the rights, property, or safety of SPARK, our clients, or others. Third-party services such as embedded maps are governed by their own privacy policies.

Data retention and security

We retain personal information only as long as necessary for the purposes described above or as required by law, and we apply reasonable administrative and technical safeguards to protect it. No method of transmission or storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

Your rights

Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have rights to access, correct, or delete the personal information we hold about you, or to object to certain processing. To exercise these rights, contact us using the details below.

Changes to this policy

We may update this policy from time to time. Material changes will be reflected by updating the "Last updated" date above.

Contact

If you have questions about this policy or our privacy practices, contact us at info@sparkadvisoryservices.com or by mail at 150 Slater Street, Ottawa, Canada, K1P 5M8.