This Privacy Policy describes how Vesdo Technologies Inc. operating under the trade name Ottawa Boat Rentals (“we”, “us”, or “our”) collects, uses, discloses, retains, and protects personal information in accordance with the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act(“PIPEDA”) and applicable provincial privacy legislation in Ontario. By accessing our website or using our services, you acknowledge and consent to the practices described herein.

 

1. Personal Information Collected

We collect only the personal information that is reasonably necessary for the purposes identified in this Policy, including but not limited to:

• Full legal name

• Email address

• Telephone number

• Residential address

• Date of birth

• Driver’s licence number

• Pleasure Craft Operator Card (PCOC) or equivalent boating certification number

• Signature

• Payment-related information (collected and processed by third-party payment processors)

• IP address and website usage data collected through cookies and other tracking technologies

We do not knowingly collect personal information from individuals under the age of 18. When minors may be present during a rental, a parent or legal guardian must provide consent and sign on their behalf.

 

2. Purposes of Collection, Use, and Disclosure

Personal information is collected, used, and retained solely for purposes including but not limited to:

• Verifying identity and eligibility, including minimum age and boating certification requirements

• Meeting insurance and regulatory requirements

• Protecting against loss, damage, or theft of rented property

• Processing and managing rental bookings and agreements

• Communicating with customers regarding reservations, policies, and service updates

• Conducting internal business operations and service improvements, including analytics

• Sending promotional and informational communications with appropriate consent

 

3. Consent

Your provision of personal information constitutes consent to its collection, use, and disclosure as described herein. You may withdraw your consent at any time, subject to legal or contractual restrictions, by contacting us as indicated in Section 9.

 

4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to collect non-identifying information such as IP addresses, browser types, and browsing behavior on our website. This information assists in enhancing user experience and analyzing site usage.

By continuing to access our website, you consent to the placement of such technologies on your device. You may control or disable cookies via your browser settings; however, doing so may impair certain website functionalities.

 

5. Disclosure to Third Parties

Personal information may be disclosed to third parties only as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Policy or as required or permitted by law. Such third parties include, but are not limited to:

• Payment processing service providers

• Website hosting and operational service providers

• Marketing and communication service providers

• Insurance providers

• Legal, regulatory, or governmental authorities where mandated

We do not sell or lease personal information to third parties for commercial purposes.

 

6. Storage and Safeguards

We implement appropriate administrative, technical, and physical safeguards designed to protect personal information against unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction.

Personal information may be stored and processed within Canada or other jurisdictions where equivalent privacy protections apply, and subject to contractual safeguards.

Access to personal information is limited to employees, contractors, and agents who require such information to perform their duties in compliance with this Policy.

 

7. Retention

Personal information is retained only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected or as required by law. Upon expiration of the retention period, information is securely destroyed or anonymized.

 

8. Access and Correction

You have the right to request access to the personal information we hold about you and to request correction of any inaccuracies or omissions. Requests must be submitted in writing and may require verification of identity before processing.

 

9. Contact Information

For questions regarding this Privacy Policy, to request access or correction of personal information, or to withdraw consent, please contact us directly through the contact information provided on our website.

 

10. Amendments to this Privacy Policy

We reserve the right to modify this Privacy Policy at any time to reflect changes in legal requirements, business practices, or technological advances. Revised versions will be posted on our website with updated effective dates. Continued use of our services after such changes constitutes acceptance of the updated Policy.

 

Vesdo Technologies Inc. operating under the trade name Ottawa Boat Rentals is committed to maintaining the confidentiality and security of your personal information and ensuring compliance with applicable privacy laws.