Privacy
Policy

Thank you for visiting Groupe Puitbec Inc’s website and reviewing its Privacy Policy (hereinafter the “Policy”).

The information contained on this site does not constitute legal advice. Furthermore, sending an email containing a specific question does not automatically create a business relationship with the client nor imply the acceptance of a mandate by Groupe Puitbec Inc.

Since the release of this document, the laws may have been repealed, amended, or interpreted differently by the courts.

This Privacy Policy describes our practices regarding the collection, use, processing, disclosure, and retention of personal information from our clients, visitors, and users.

By browsing our website or using our systems or services, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Policy and consent to the processing of your data and personal information in accordance with it, where applicable.

This Privacy Policy is composed of the following elements:

  1. Purpose of the Privacy Policy
  2. Effective Date
  3. Definitions
  4. Consent Collection Procedures
  5. Purposes of Data Collection
  6. Personal Information Collected
  7. Use of Personal Information
  8. Data Processing Purposes
  9. Security Measures
  10. Third-Party Links
  11. Banking Details
  12. Access and Control of Personal Information
  13. Data Sharing with Third Parties
  14. Use of Cookies and Similar Technologies
  15. Data Retention
  16. Your Rights
  17. Amendments
  18. Privacy Contact

1. Purpose of the Privacy Policy

Respect for privacy and the protection of personal information are essential to us. Through this Policy, we intend to protect such information in accordance with applicable laws.

To ensure this protection, Groupe Puitbec Inc commits to collecting, processing, and sharing information that can identify an individual only when that person has consented, unless permitted or required by law, in which case consent will not be necessary.

The purpose of this Policy is to inform users of the reasons and methods by which Groupe Puitbec Inc, or any person acting on its behalf, collects and uses their personal information. It is written in clear language to ensure informed consent from users.

2. Effective Date

This Policy applies as of October 20, 2025.

3. Definitions

Anonymization

The process of modifying personal information so that the direct or indirect identification of the individuals concerned is no longer possible, at any time and in an irreversible manner.

Collection

The act of gathering, acquiring, or obtaining personal information from any source, including third parties, by any means.

Consent

The authorization given by an individual to collect and/or use their personal information. Consent cannot be presumed; it must be explicit, free, informed, given for specific purposes, in simple and clear terms, and for the time required to achieve those purposes.

Retention

The secure storage of personal information for the required duration.

Destruction

The permanent deletion, elimination, or erasure of personal information.

Cookies

Small text files stored on your device or browser that collect information during your visit to a website (e.g., IP address, browser type, version, visited pages, timestamps, and visit duration).

Privacy Incident

Any unauthorized access, use, or disclosure of personal information, its loss, or any other breach of its protection.

Law

Refers to the Act Respecting the Protection of Personal Information in the Private Sector.

Personal Information

Any information about an individual or legal entity that can identify them, directly or indirectly (e.g., address, email, phone number, bank information, SIN, or business numbers).

Privacy Officer

The person responsible for applying this Policy, whose contact details are provided in section 18.

4. Consent Collection Procedures

We commit to obtaining consent before collecting an individual’s personal information. Consent may be explicit or implicit and may be provided by the individual or an authorized representative.

We favor explicit consent, whether verbal, electronic, or written. However, implicit consent may reasonably be inferred from a person’s actions or inaction (e.g., providing a name and address to receive a publication).

If we wish to use personal information for a new purpose, we will describe this use and request consent again.

It is not always possible to obtain consent, such as when required by the state. In such cases, we will comply with legal obligations.

5. Purposes of Data Collection

Personal data is collected for specific and legitimate purposes, including:

  • To provide and fulfill our contractual obligations;
  • To improve our products and services;
  • To develop new products, services, and AI tools;
  • To personalize user experiences and offers;
  • To assess performance and manage risks;
  • To verify identity and protect user privacy;
  • To comply with legal obligations.

6. Personal Information Collected

Groupe Puitbec Inc collects personal information only by lawful means and for disclosed purposes.

Collected data may include:

  • Identification: Name, address, email, phone number.
  • Credentials: Passwords or access keys.
  • Demographics: Age, gender, language, country.
  • Payment Data: Credit card numbers and security codes.
  • Interactions: Account history, error reports, correspondence, and analytics data.

7. Use of Personal Information

We use personal information to:

  • Operate and improve our website and services;
  • Process transactions;
  • Execute contractual obligations;
  • Provide updates, alerts, and communications;
  • Comply with legal obligations.

8. Data Processing Purposes

We use personal information to:

  • Provide and enhance services;
  • Personalize user experiences;
  • Develop new products;
  • Ensure support and security;
  • Conduct research and analysis;
  • Send promotional communications (optional and revocable).

9. Security Measures

We implement physical, technological, and organizational security measures to protect your data from loss, theft, or unauthorized access.

These include access controls, encryption, monitoring systems, and internal policies for data lifecycle management.

Absolute security cannot be guaranteed; any suspected breach should be reported to our Privacy Officer.

10. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party platforms (e.g., Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, YouTube). These are governed by their own privacy policies, for which we bear no responsibility.

11. Banking Details

Banking or payment information provided is stored using the most secure methods available.

12. Access and Control of Personal Information

You may request access to or correction of your personal data by contacting the Privacy Officer. Verification of identity may be required. Requests will be answered within 30 days.

Access may be refused if it compromises the privacy of another individual or contravenes legal restrictions.

13. Data Sharing with Third Parties

We share data only with authorized personnel or partners necessary for service delivery, and only under written confidentiality agreements.

Personal information may be shared for:

  • Consent-based sharing;
  • Cloud storage;
  • External processing under equivalent data security;
  • Legal compliance.

We do not sell or rent personal data.

14. Use of Cookies and Similar Technologies

We use cookies to operate, secure, and optimize our website.

Types of cookies:

  • Necessary: Enable core site functions.
  • Preferences: Store language or region.
  • Statistics: Collect anonymous usage data (e.g., Google Analytics).
  • Marketing: Display relevant ads (e.g., Facebook Pixel, LinkedIn).

Disabling cookies may affect navigation quality.

15. Data Retention

Personal information is stored securely for the time necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected.

Data may be stored outside Canada, subject to local laws. Once the retention period ends, personal data is destroyed or anonymized.

16. Your Rights

You may:

  • Access, rectify, or update your personal data;
  • Withdraw consent;
  • Be informed of any privacy incident affecting you;
  • Request data portability in electronic form;
  • File a complaint with the Commission d’accès à l’information du Québec (https://plainte.cai.gouv.qc.ca/).

17. Amendments

This Policy may be amended periodically. Significant changes will be communicated through notices on our website or by email. The date of the last update will always be indicated.

18. Privacy Contact

For any question, comment, or complaint regarding this Policy, contact:

Ella Pucheu
Nordic Drill
399, Ste-Helene street, St-Samuel QC, Canada G0Z 1G0
Telephone : 819 758-6468
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