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Privacy Policy

This Privacy Policy describes how The Friends collects, uses, and protects personal information, including personal health information, in accordance with Ontario’s Personal Health Information Protection Act, 2004 (PHIPA) and other applicable privacy laws.

Information Collection, Use and Sharing

The Friends collects personal information and, where applicable, personal health information (PHI) that you voluntarily provide through forms, email, or direct contact. This may include information about your health, care needs, or services requested.

 

We collect, use, and disclose this information only for purposes permitted under PHIPA, including assessing your needs, connecting you with appropriate services, providing or coordinating care, communicating with you, and for administrative purposes such as program management and quality improvement.

 

We do not sell or rent your personal information. Information is only shared with your consent, with authorized staff or service providers involved in your care, or as required by law.

Consent

By providing your information, you consent to its collection, use, and disclosure as outlined in this policy. Implied consent may be used for the purpose of providing or coordinating care. You may withdraw your consent at any time, subject to legal or contractual limitations.

Your Rights

By providing your information, you consent to its collection, use, and disclosure as outlined in this policy. Implied consent may be used for the purpose of providing or coordinating care. You may withdraw your consent at any time, subject to legal or contractual limitations.

Security

The Friends takes reasonable steps to protect your information. Safeguards include secure systems, encrypted data transmission, restricted access, and staff training on confidentiality.

Retention and Destruction

Information is retained only as long as necessary to fulfill its purpose and meet legal requirements. When no longer required, it is securely destroyed.

Cookies

This website may use cookies to improve user experience. Cookies do not collect personal health information and are not linked to identifiable data unless you provide it.

External Links

This website may contain links to other sites. The Friends is not responsible for their privacy practices.

Breach Notification

If a privacy breach occurs involving your information, you will be notified in accordance with PHIPA.

Updates

This policy may be updated from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page.

Contact

For questions or concerns, or to access your information, contact:

Privacy Officer
The Friends
Phone: (705) 746.5102
Email: [email protected]