Privacy Policy
Aviashares Inc. (“Aviashares,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) operates aviashares.com (the “Site”). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard personal information in accordance with the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA) and other applicable Canadian and Ontario laws.
By using the Site, you consent to the practices described below. If you do not agree, please do not use the Site.
1. Accountability
We are responsible for the personal information under our control. Our Privacy Officer is responsible for compliance with this Policy and PIPEDA's ten fair information principles. Contact: Privacy Officer, info@aviashares.com
2. Identifying Purposes & Consent
We identify the purposes for collecting personal information at or before the time of collection and obtain your meaningful, informed consent (express or implied, as appropriate) unless otherwise permitted or required by law. You may withdraw consent at any time, subject to legal or contractual restrictions, by contacting us.
3. Information We Collect
- Contact Information: Name, email, phone number, mailing address, and organization details.
- Aircraft & Aviation Information: Details about aircraft, ownership, operational preferences, leasing interests, or partnership proposals voluntarily submitted by you or potential operational partners.
- Technical Data: IP address, browser/device information, usage data, and cookies.
- Communications: Inquiries and correspondence sent to info@aviashares.com or through Site forms.
We limit collection to what is necessary for the identified purposes.
4. How We Use Your Information
We use personal information to:
- Respond to inquiries and provide information about our fractional/timesharing aviation program.
- Evaluate and facilitate discussions with potential aircraft owners and operational partners.
- Operate, improve, and secure the Site.
- Comply with legal obligations and protect our rights.
5. Sharing and Disclosure
We do not sell personal information. Disclosure is limited to:
- Service providers (e.g., hosting, email, CRM, legal advisors) bound by confidentiality and security obligations.
- Legal or regulatory authorities when required by law.
- In the context of a business transaction with appropriate safeguards.
- With your consent for facilitating aircraft-related partnership discussions.
6. Retention
We retain personal information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected or as required by law, after which it is securely deleted or anonymized.
7. Safeguards & Data Breaches
We use reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect personal information. However, no security system is impenetrable. We are not liable for any unauthorized access, disclosure, or breach resulting from cyberattacks or other events beyond our reasonable control. In the event of a breach that creates a real risk of significant harm, we will notify affected individuals and the Office of the Privacy Commissioner of Canada as required by law.
8. Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Access your personal information.
- Request correction of inaccurate information.
- Withdraw consent or request deletion (subject to limitations).
- Challenge our compliance with this Policy.
To exercise these rights, contact us at info@aviashares.com. We will respond promptly and provide recourse options, including the ability to complain to the Office of the Privacy Commissioner of Canada.
9. Cookies and Tracking
We use essential cookies for functionality and may use analytics tools for anonymized usage data. You can manage preferences via your browser settings.
10. International Transfers
Information may be processed outside Canada. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place.
11. Children'S Privacy
The Site is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect their personal information.
12. Accessibility (aoda Commitment)
Aviashares is committed to making the Site accessible to all users in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.0 Level AA (and progressing toward WCAG 2.2). We strive to ensure our content, including this Privacy Policy, is available in accessible formats upon request. If you encounter any accessibility barriers on the Site, please contact us at info@aviashares.com so we can address your needs promptly.
13. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Policy. The revised version will be posted on the Site with the new effective date. Your continued use constitutes acceptance of the changes.
14. Contact Us
Aviashares Inc. Email: info@aviashares.com
This Policy is governed by the laws of Ontario and applicable federal Canadian laws.
