Privacy Policy

Overview

This privacy policy describes how Group Macdonnell and the Certified Port Executive™ Program collect, use, and protect personal information submitted through this website. We are committed to compliance with the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA) and applicable US privacy requirements.

Information we collect

We collect personal information that you voluntarily provide when you:

• Submit an application or inquiry via our contact form
• Request a program brochure or career development guide
• Subscribe to our newsletter
• Submit a leadership award nomination

Information collected may include name, email address, job title, and organization. We do not collect payment information directly — payment processing is handled by Stripe Checkout, which operates under its own privacy policy.

How we use your information

We use collected information to:

• Respond to your inquiry or application
• Send requested materials (brochure, career guide)
• Communicate about the program and cohort enrollment
• Send the newsletter, if you subscribed
• Process your application and enrollment

We do not sell, rent, or share personal information with third parties for their marketing purposes.

Data residency

Personal information submitted by Canadian residents is stored on servers located in Canada or the United States, in accordance with PIPEDA requirements. By submitting your information, you consent to this cross-border transfer where applicable.

Email communications (CASL / CAN-SPAM)

Commercial electronic messages are sent only with your express consent. Each message includes an unsubscribe mechanism. We honour all unsubscribe requests within 10 business days, as required under Canada's Anti-Spam Legislation (CASL) and the US CAN-SPAM Act.

Your rights

You have the right to:

• Access the personal information we hold about you
• Correct inaccurate information
• Request deletion of your personal information
• Withdraw consent for communications at any time
• Lodge a complaint with the Office of the Privacy Commissioner of Canada

Cookies and analytics

This website may use cookies for basic site functionality and anonymous analytics. We do not use tracking cookies for advertising purposes. You may disable cookies in your browser settings without affecting access to the site's content.

Contact

Privacy inquiries and requests to access, correct, or delete personal information should be directed to: admissions@certifiedportexecutive.com