Privacy Policy
Fortalis – Strategy & Risk Control
1. Introduction
Fortalis is committed to protecting personal information. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard personal data, particularly in the context of professional outreach and communications conducted through platforms such as LinkedIn.
2. Personal Information Collected
As part of our activities, we may collect the following information:
- First and last name
- Professional email address
- Job title / role
- Company name
- Information voluntarily shared during communications (messages, calls, forms)
This information is typically collected when you:
- interact with our content or campaigns on LinkedIn
- respond to a message or accept a connection or discussion
- voluntarily provide your information (e.g., request for content, consultation, or audit discussion)
3. Methods of Collection
Personal information is collected:
- Directly, when you provide it voluntarily
- Indirectly, through publicly available professional platforms such as LinkedIn, where information is shared in a professional context
Fortalis does not collect personal data through intrusive or covert methods.
4. Use of Personal Information
The information collected is used solely for the following purposes:
- to contact you in a professional context
- to present services related to operational risk management, audits, and OHS
- to share relevant content (articles, insights, service offerings)
- to organize meetings or exploratory calls
- to improve our communication and service approach
We limit the use of personal data to what is reasonably necessary for legitimate business purposes.
5. Consent
By providing your information or engaging with Fortalis, you consent to its use in accordance with this policy.
You may withdraw your consent at any time (see Section 9).
6. Disclosure of Information
Fortalis:
- does not sell personal information
- does not rent or trade data with third parties
- only shares information when necessary for operational purposes (e.g., secure communication or CRM tools)
All third-party providers are expected to meet appropriate security and confidentiality standards.
7. Data Retention
Personal information is retained only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described above, unless a longer retention period is required by law.
Outdated or irrelevant data is securely deleted.
8. Security
Fortalis implements reasonable safeguards to protect personal information against:
- unauthorized access
- disclosure
- loss or theft
This includes the use of secure systems and controlled access practices.
9. Your Rights
In accordance with applicable laws, you have the right to:
- access your personal information
- request corrections
- withdraw your consent
- request deletion of your data
To exercise these rights, please contact us at: info@fortalis.ca
10. Communications and Opt-Out
You may opt out of communications from Fortalis at any time by:
- replying to a message
- requesting removal
- using any unsubscribe mechanism provided
Requests will be processed promptly.
11. Changes to This Policy
Fortalis reserves the right to update this Privacy Policy to reflect changes in practices or legal requirements. The most current version will always be available upon request or via our platforms.
12. Contact
For any questions regarding this Privacy Policy or the handling of personal information: info@fortalis.ca