Privacy Policy

Your privacy and data security are our top priorities

Last Updated: January 2025

At Crest Immigration Services Inc., we are committed to protecting your privacy and handling your personal information with the utmost care and respect. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our immigration consulting services.

As a regulated immigration consulting firm, we are bound by the Code of Professional Ethics of the College of Immigration and Citizenship Consultants (CICC) and comply with all applicable Canadian privacy laws, including the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA).

Information We Collect

  • Personal identification information (name, email address, phone number, date of birth, passport details)

  • Immigration-related documents and information

  • Educational and employment history

  • Financial information for application processing

  • Communication records and correspondence

How We Use Your Information

  • To process your immigration applications and provide consulting services

  • To communicate with you about your case and provide updates

  • To comply with legal and regulatory requirements

  • To improve our services and client experience

  • To send you relevant information about immigration programs and services

Data Protection & Security

  • We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your personal information

  • All sensitive data is encrypted during transmission and storage

  • Access to your information is restricted to authorized personnel only

  • We regularly review and update our security practices

  • We comply with Canadian privacy laws including PIPEDA (Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act)

Information Sharing

  • We share your information with Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) and other relevant government agencies as required for your application

  • We may share information with third-party service providers who assist in processing your application (e.g., translation services, credential evaluation agencies)

  • We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties for marketing purposes

  • We may disclose information if required by law or to protect our legal rights

Data Retention

  • We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to provide our services

  • Immigration-related documents are kept for a minimum of 7 years as required by ICCRC regulations

  • You may request deletion of your data after the required retention period, subject to legal obligations

  • Archived data is securely stored and access is strictly controlled

Your Rights

  • Right to access your personal information we hold

  • Right to request correction of inaccurate information

  • Right to request deletion of your data (subject to legal requirements)

  • Right to withdraw consent for marketing communications

  • Right to file a complaint with the Privacy Commissioner of Canada

Cookies & Website Tracking

Our website uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your browsing experience and analyze website traffic. Cookies are small text files stored on your device that help us understand how you interact with our website.

Types of cookies we use:

  • Essential cookies: Required for the website to function properly
  • Analytics cookies: Help us understand how visitors use our website
  • Functional cookies: Remember your preferences and settings

You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences. However, disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality of our website.

Third-Party Services

We may use third-party service providers to facilitate our services, including but not limited to:

  • Payment processing services
  • Email communication platforms
  • Document management systems
  • Website analytics tools

These third parties have access to your personal information only to perform specific tasks on our behalf and are obligated not to disclose or use it for any other purpose.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or other factors. We will notify you of any material changes by:

  • Posting the updated policy on our website with a new "Last Updated" date
  • Sending you an email notification if you are an active client

We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically to stay informed about how we protect your information.

Questions About Our Privacy Policy?

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or how we handle your personal information, please don't hesitate to contact us.

Email

info@crestimmigration.ca

Mailing Address

David Akinmoluwa, RCIC (ID-R531693)
Crest Immigration Services Inc.
Manulife Place, Suite 3400
10180-101 Street Edmonton, AB T5J 3S4
Canada

You also have the right to file a complaint with the Office of the Privacy Commissioner of Canada if you believe your privacy rights have been violated.