Research People Inc. - Medical Research & Data Analytics

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Privacy Policy for Research People Inc.

Effective Date: January 1, 2023

1. Introduction

Research People Inc. ("we," "us," or "our") is committed to protecting the privacy and security of personal information in accordance with applicable privacy laws, including the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA) and Ontario's Personal Health Information Protection Act (PHIPA). This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard personal information.

2. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of personal information:

Contact information (name, email address, phone number)
Professional credentials and affiliations
Account credentials (username, password)
Usage data and analytics related to our portals
Health-related data and research information (where authorized)

3. How We Use Your Information

We use personal information for the following purposes:

To provide access to our research portals and services
To authenticate users and maintain security
To communicate with users about our services
To conduct research and analysis in accordance with ethical guidelines
To comply with legal and regulatory requirements

4. Information Sharing

We do not sell, rent, or trade personal information with third parties for marketing purposes. We may share personal information only in the following circumstances:

With authorized healthcare institutions, government agencies, or research partners when necessary for the provision of services
When required by law, court order, or government regulation
With service providers who assist us in operating our business (e.g., cloud hosting providers) under strict confidentiality agreements

5. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical, administrative, and physical safeguards to protect personal information against unauthorized access, use, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include encryption, secure servers, access controls, and regular security assessments.

6. Data Retention

We retain personal information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, or as required by law. When personal information is no longer needed, we securely dispose of it in accordance with applicable regulations.

7. Your Rights

Under Canadian privacy law, you have the right to:

Access and correct your personal information
Withdraw consent where applicable
Make a complaint about how we handle your information

8. International Data Transfers

As a Canadian company based in Ancaster, Ontario, we primarily store and process data within Canada. If we engage third-party service providers located outside Canada, we ensure they provide adequate protection for personal information in accordance with PIPEDA.

9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on our website with an updated effective date.

10. Contact Us

If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us at:

Research People Inc.
Tel: (647) 760-2062
Fax: (647) 977-2622
Email: info@researchpeople.ca