Privacy Policy

Smart Talent Consulting Inc. ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect personal information gathered through our recruitment, HR consulting services, and website (smarttalentconsulting.ca). We comply with Canadian privacy laws, including the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA) and, where applicable, Alberta’s Personal Information Protection Act (PIPA).

1. Collection of Personal Information

We collect personal information that is necessary for providing recruitment and HR consulting services. This information may be collected directly from you, through our website, or from third-party sources with your consent. The types of personal information we collect include, but are not limited to:

• Candidate Information: Name, contact details (email, phone), resume details, work history, educational background, certifications, and references.
• Client Information: Business contact details, project needs, job descriptions, and other HR-related data.
• Website Usage Data: IP address, browser type, and website navigation data.
• Other Information: Information you voluntarily provide to us, such as during consultations, interviews, or via forms.

2. Use of Personal Information

We use personal information for the following purposes:

• Recruitment Services: Assessing candidates’ qualifications, matching candidates to job opportunities, and communicating with candidates and clients during the hiring process.
• HR Consulting: Providing human resource consulting services, including talent acquisition strategies, HR audits, employee assessments, and legal compliance consulting.
• Business Communications: Responding to inquiries, scheduling consultations, and managing client relationships.
• Improvement of Services: Analyzing website usage, improving our services, and ensuring the quality of our recruitment and consulting processes.
• Marketing: Sending marketing communications about our services, where you have opted in to receive such communications.

We will only use your personal information for the purposes for which it was collected unless we have your consent or are otherwise permitted or required by law to use it for other purposes.

3. Disclosure of Personal Information

We may share personal information in the following cases:

• Clients: Sharing candidate profiles and qualifications with potential employers or clients as part of our recruitment services.
• Service Providers: Sharing information with third-party service providers (e.g., payroll, IT support) who assist with our business operations, provided they adhere to strict privacy requirements.
• Legal Obligations: When required by law or to comply with regulatory requests, such as during investigations or legal processes.
• Business Transactions: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of all or a portion of our assets, personal information may be transferred to the new entity.

We will not disclose your personal information for unrelated marketing purposes without your consent.

4. Consent

By engaging with our recruitment and HR consulting services, you consent to the collection, use, and disclosure of your personal information as outlined in this Privacy Policy. You may withdraw your consent at any time, subject to legal or contractual restrictions. Withdrawing consent may affect our ability to provide certain services.

5. Retention of Personal Information

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected or to comply with legal and regulatory obligations. Once your personal information is no longer required, we will securely destroy or anonymize it.

6. Security of Personal Information

We employ industry-standard security measures to protect personal information against loss, theft, unauthorized access, disclosure, copying, use, or modification. Despite our best efforts, no security system is completely impenetrable, and we cannot guarantee the absolute security of your data.

7. Cookie and Website Tracking

We may use cookies and other tracking technologies to improve user experience on our website. These technologies help us understand website usage and allow us to offer personalized content. You may modify your browser settings to decline cookies, but this may impact your website experience.

8. Third Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites, which have their own privacy practices. We are not responsible for the content or privacy policies of third-party sites. We recommend that you review their privacy policies before sharing any personal information.

9. Access and Correction of Personal Information 

You have the right to access, update, or correct your personal information held by us. If you wish to request access or make changes to your information, please contact us at info@smarttalentconsulting.ca. We will respond to your request in accordance with applicable laws.

10. Changes to this Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal obligations. Any updates will be posted on this page with the revised effective date. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy regularly.

11. Contact Information

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

Privacy Officer
info@smarttalentconsulting.ca
+1 780 991 0797

Effective Date: August 2024