Our Privacy Policy

Thank you for visiting greenstandard.ca. This privacy policy tells you how we use personal information collected at this site. Please read this privacy policy before using the site or submitting any personal information. By using the site, you are accepting the practices described in this privacy policy. These practices may be changed, but any changes will be posted and changes will only apply to activities and information on a going forward, not retroactive basis. You are encouraged to review the privacy policy whenever you visit the site to make sure that you understand how any personal information you provide will be used.

The request for a sustainable, high-performance “green” building standard was submitted in 2006 by Marsh Leslie, a CSA consumer representative. GreenStandard.ca is committed to protecting the privacy of those who request information and is committed to upholding the principles set out in CSA Q830 the Model Code for the Protection of Personal Information. GreenStandard.ca's use of your personal information is restricted solely to requests that concern the proposed national standard and not for any other purpose. For more information on Q830 and personal privacy please see http://www.csa.ca/standards/privacy/code/Default.asp?language=English.

Note: the privacy practices set forth in this privacy policy are for this web site only. If you link to other web sites, please review the privacy policies posted at those sites.

Collection of Information
We collect personally identifiable information, like names, postal addresses, email addresses, etc., when voluntarily submitted by our visitors. The information you provide is used to fulfill you specific request. This information is only used to fulfill your specific request, unless you give us permission to use it in another manner, for example to add you to one of our mailing lists.

Cookie/Tracking Technology
The Site may use cookie and tracking technology depending on the features offered. Cookie and tracking technology are useful for gathering information such as browser type and operating system, tracking the number of visitors to the Site, and understanding how visitors use the Site. Cookies can also help customize the Site for visitors.

Distribution of Information
We may share information with governmental agencies or other companies assisting us in fraud prevention or investigation. We may do so when: (1) permitted or required by law; or, (2) trying to protect against or prevent actual or potential fraud or unauthorized transactions; or, (3) investigating fraud which has already taken place. The information is not provided to these companies for marketing purposes.

Commitment to Data Security
Your personally identifiable information is kept secure. Only authorized employees, agents and contractors (who have agreed to keep information secure and confidential) have access to this information. All emails and newsletters from this site allow you to opt out of further mailings.

Privacy Contact Information
If you have any questions, concerns, or comments about our privacy policy you may contact us using the information below:

Marshall Leslie
30 Elora Road
Toronto, ON M6P 3H6
Phone: 416-766-7873
E-mail: marshall@greenstandard.ca

We reserve the right to make changes to this policy. Any changes to this policy will be posted.