🌐 ABC‑IQ.CA — PRIVACY POLICY

ABC‑IQ University College, ABC‑IQ Corp., and ABC‑IQ Global Management Solutions

Updated December 29, 2025

1. Introduction

ABC‑IQ University College (“ABC‑IQ,” “we,” “our,” “the Institution”) is committed to protecting the privacy, dignity, and sovereignty of all learners, participants, partners, and visitors who engage with our website, programs, and digital platforms.

This Privacy Policy explains:

• What information we collect
• How we use it
• How we protect it
• Your rights and responsibilities

ABC‑IQ operates in alignment with Canadian privacy legislation, including the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA), and follows principles of transparency, integrity, and responsible innovation.

2. Who We Are

This Privacy Policy applies to the following ABC‑IQ entities:

• ABC‑IQ University College — education, research, and academic programming
• ABC‑IQ Corp. — technology transfer, publishing, licensing, and intellectual property stewardship
• ABC‑IQ Global Management Solutions — electronic programs, digital curriculum, and global distribution

All entities operate collectively under the ABC‑IQ umbrella while maintaining distinct legal responsibilities.

3. Information We Collect

ABC‑IQ collects only the information necessary to support educational, administrative, and operational functions.

We may collect:

A. Information You Provide Voluntarily

• Name
• Email address
• Phone number
• Application or registration details
• Program participation information
• Licensing or partnership inquiries

B. Automatically Collected Information

Through standard website analytics tools, we may collect:

• IP address
• Browser type
• Device information
• Pages visited
• Time spent on the site

This information is used for website optimization and user experience improvement.

C. No Collection of Sensitive Health Data

ABC‑IQ does not collect, store, or request:

• Medical information
• Health records
• Diagnostic data
• Cannabis‑use history
• Biometric health data

Any biometric or symbolic tools used in ABC‑IQ programs (e.g., aura‑based technologies) are non‑medical, non‑diagnostic, and not recorded as health information.

4. How We Use Your Information

ABC‑IQ uses collected information for:

• Responding to inquiries
• Processing registrations
• Delivering educational programs
• Managing digital access to electronic courses
• Licensing and publishing administration
• Improving website functionality
• Ensuring compliance with institutional policies

We do not use your information for:

• Medical evaluation
• Clinical decision‑making
• Automated profiling
• Commercial sale to third parties

5. How We Protect Your Information

ABC‑IQ uses administrative, technical, and organizational safeguards to protect personal information, including:

• Secure servers
• Encrypted communication channels
• Access‑controlled systems
• Responsible data‑handling practices

We retain information only as long as necessary for educational or administrative purposes.

6. Sharing of Information

ABC‑IQ does not sell, trade, or rent personal information.

Information may be shared only when:

• Required by law
• Necessary for administrative operations
• Explicitly authorized by the user
• Required to deliver digital programs or licensing services

ABC‑IQ does not share personal information with cannabis companies, medical providers, or external research bodies unless explicitly consented to by the user.

7. Use of Cookies & Analytics

ABC‑IQ.ca may use:

• Cookies
• Web beacons
• Analytics tools (e.g., traffic monitoring)

These tools help us understand website performance and user engagement.

Users may disable cookies through their browser settings.

8. Third‑Party Services

ABC‑IQ may use third‑party platforms for:

• Email communication
• Digital course delivery
• Payment processing (if applicable)
• Analytics

These providers operate under their own privacy policies.

Users are encouraged to review Microsoft’s privacy statement for platform‑related data handling:

https://privacy.microsoft.com/en-us/privacystatement

9. Children’s Privacy

ABC‑IQ programs are intended for adults (18+) unless otherwise specified.

We do not knowingly collect personal information from minors without parental or guardian consent.

10. Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Access your personal information
• Request corrections
• Withdraw consent
• Request deletion (where applicable)
• Ask how your information is used

To exercise these rights, contact us using the information below.

11. International Users

ABC‑IQ operates from Canada.

If you access the website from outside Canada, you consent to the transfer and processing of your information in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

12. Updates to This Policy

ABC‑IQ may update this Privacy Policy to reflect:

• Legal requirements
• Institutional changes
• Technological updates

Revisions will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.

13. Contact Information

For privacy inquiries, corrections, or requests:

ABC‑IQ University College

Attn: Privacy Officer

Email: abciq@protonmail.com

Phone: 431‑541‑2467