BIS Safety Software Ltd. (“BIS”, “we”, “our”, “us”) uses cookies and other related technologies (collectively, “Cookies”) on www.bissafety.ca and any other website we own or operate (together, the “Websites”). This Cookie Policy explains what Cookies are, which ones we use, why we use them, how long they last, where data is processed, and the choices you have.
Please refer to the applicable Privacy Policy to understand how we collect, use, disclose, and protect personal information, and the rights available under Alberta’s Personal Information Protection Act (PIPA), the Canada’s federal Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA), and, where applicable, Quebec’s Act to Modernize the Protection of Personal Information (Law 25).
What are cookies?
Cookies are small text files that websites store on your device when you visit them. Different cookies have different purposes. Some cookies collect information that can reasonably identify or be associated with an individual and are considered “Personal Information” under Canadian privacy law. Other cookies remember your preferences, improving your browsing experience, and help us understand how our Websites and marketing campaigns are used.
We use both session cookies and persistent cookies. While persistent cookies are saved on your device until deleted, session cookies are deleted automatically when you close your web browser.
We use cookies based on your consent, our legitimate interests in providing Website functionality and improving our services, and when necessary, to fulfill our agreement with you.
Other Technologies
Our Websites may use other technologies to collect information.
· Scripts: This is a programmed set of instructions that run in your web browser to perform specific actions. For example, scripts may set cookies, fetch data, or enable interactive features.
Web Beacons/Pixel Tags: Invisible graphic files that allow us or our service providers to recognize when you have visited a page, opened an email, or otherwise interacted with our content. They help us measure performance and tailor content.
Third Parties
First-party cookies are placed by BIS. Third-party cookies are set by service providers, such as Google Analytics, Microsoft Clarity, Meta (Facebook and Instagram), LinkedIn, and YouTube on our Websites. These third parties may collect, use, disclose, and process your data in Canada or other jurisdictions and may recognize your device across different websites.
Types of Cookies
On the Websites, BIS may use the following types of Cookies below. You may opt out of all Cookies, except essential Cookies.
· Essential Cookies: These Cookies are necessary for you to use and navigate around our Websites.
· Technical or Functional Cookies: These Cookies improve the functionality of our Websites to provide you with a more personalized experience by remembering your preferences, such as session details.
· Statistics/Analytics Cookies: These Cookies collect aggregated and anonymous data about how visitors interact with our Websites, such as pages viewed and time spent on each webpage, to help us improve our content and navigation.
· Marketing or Tracking Cookies: These Cookies collect information about how you use our Websites over time by advertising companies, so they can show you advertisements on our Websites and potentially elsewhere that they believe may be relevant to you. These Cookies include cookies placed by Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, YouTube, and other social media platforms, who store data in the United States of America.
Your Consent
When you first visit our Websites, most browsers will request express consent to place non-essential Cookies. You can:
· Accept: Consent to all types of Cookies.
· View Preferences: Accept certain types of cookies only.
· Deny: Only essential Cookies will be used.
You can learn more about Cookies and how to update your Cookies in your browser settings here: (Google Chrome, Internet Explorer, Firefox, Safari, Opera)
Please note that if you opt-out of all non-essential Cookies, you may experience inconvenience when using our Websites or the Websites may not perform well.
Retention of Cookie Data
Cookie-derived data is retained only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes described above or as required by law. For example, Google Analytics data is retained for 14 months, after which it is automatically deleted or anonymized.
Access, Correction & Complaints
You may request access to, or correction of, personal information collected through Cookies by contacting us below. If you are not satisfied with our response, you may file a complaint with the Office of the Information and Privacy Commissioner of Alberta or the Office of the Privacy Commissioner of Canada.
Contact Details
If you have any questions about our Cookie Policy, please contact our Privacy Management Program.
Privacy Management Program 261 Seneca Rd, Sherwood Park, AB T8A 4G6 Canada Email: privacy@bistraining.ca Phone number: 1 866-416-1660
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our Websites and business practices. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date.
Last updated: 5/29/25
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will post any changes on this page and, where appropriate, notify you by banner or email.
Last updated: May 29, 2025
Effective date: May 29, 2025
