Privacy Policy

Introduction

TalentED Greater Calgary (“TalentED”) is a division of Calgary Economic Development Ltd., (“we,” “us,” or “our”). We value your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how TalentED collects, uses, stores, and safeguards information when you visit or use our Platform. By accessing the TalentED Matching Platform, you agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.

Information We Collect

We collect personal information that you choose to provide, such as when you create an account, complete a profile, apply to opportunities, or communicate through the Platform. This may include your name, email address, education, skills, work experience, and other information you share.

We also collect information automatically when you use the Platform. This may include usage data, device and browser information, IP address, and general interaction data that helps us understand how the Platform is used.

For employer users, we may collect organization details, contact information, and data related to opportunities and participation on the Platform.

How We Use Information

TalentED does not sell personal information. Information may be shared with organizations when users apply to opportunities or choose to share their profiles. We may also share information with our authorized personnel and trusted service providers who help operate the Platform and agree to be bound by this Privacy Policy, such as hosting, analytics, or communication services. In certain cases, information may be disclosed if required by law or to respond to lawful requests.

Sharing of Information

We value your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how TalentED collects, uses, stores, and safeguards information when you visit or use our Platform. By accessing the TalentED Matching Platform, you agree to the practices described in this policy.

Data Retention

We retain personal information for as long as your account is active and as needed to provide Platform services. If you delete your account, we may retain certain information for a limited period to meet legal, audit, or reporting requirements, or retain anonymized data for research and improvement purposes.

Data Security

We use reasonable administrative, technical, and organizational measures to help protect personal information from unauthorized access, loss, or misuse. While we take security seriously, no system can be completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute protection of information from unlawful or unauthorized intrusion.

Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have rights regarding your personal information. These rights may include requesting access to your data, correcting inaccurate information, requesting deletion, or withdrawing consent where applicable. You may also have the right to lodge a complaint with a relevant privacy authority.

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

TalentED uses cookies and similar technologies to support Platform functionality, analyze usage, and improve user experience. You can control cookie settings through your browser, though disabling cookies may affect certain features of the Platform.

Third-Party Services

We may use third-party services to support Platform operations, such as analytics, authentication, or communication tools. These services process information on our behalf and are governed by their own privacy practices in addition to this Privacy Policy.

International Data Transfers

Platform data is processed and stored in Canada. In the event information is transferred outside of Canada, we take reasonable steps to ensure appropriate safeguards are in place.

Age Limitation

The TalentED Matching Platform is not intended for persons under the age of 18 and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we become aware that such information has been collected, we will take steps to delete it.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page, and the effective date will be updated accordingly. Significant changes may also be communicated through the Platform or by email.