Cookie Policy
Last Updated: 2024
Disclaimer: This document is a general template provided for informational purposes regarding US-Canada cross-border investment data and does not constitute formal legal advice. Please consult with a qualified legal professional in Manitoba for specific compliance requirements.
1. Introduction and Jurisdiction
Field Leaflet ("we", "us", or "our") operates from Winnipeg, Manitoba, providing specialized insights into investing in US securities for Canadian residents. We are committed to protecting your privacy and being transparent about how we collect data.
As we operate within Canada, this Cookie Policy is designed to comply with the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA) and Manitoba's The Personal Information Protection and Identity Theft Prevention Act. Furthermore, as we provide information regarding US financial markets, we acknowledge the global nature of data protection and strive to align with international best practices, including the principles of the GDPR and CCPA where applicable to our visitors.
What are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device (computer, tablet, or smartphone) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently, provide a better user experience, and supply information to the owners of the site. In the context of Field Leaflet, they help us understand how you interact with our US-Canada tax guides and investment tools.
2. Categorization of Cookies We Use
Strictly Necessary
These are essential for the website to function. They allow you to navigate the site and use its features, such as accessing secure areas or calculating tax withholdings.
- Session ID: Expires when the browser is closed.
- Security: Prevents CSRF attacks (Duration: 1 year).
Analytical/Performance
These help us understand how visitors interact with our content (e.g., which tax guides are most read). This data is anonymized and used for improvement.
- Google Analytics: Tracks page views and duration (Duration: 2 years).
- Hotjar: Heatmaps of user interaction (Duration: 365 days).
Marketing & Targeting
Used to deliver content more relevant to your interests in US stocks and Canadian tax compliance. They may track your browsing across other sites.
- Meta Pixel: For retargeting investment webinars (Duration: 90 days).
- LinkedIn Insight: Professional demographic tracking (Duration: 6 months).
3. Legal Basis for Processing
Under PIPEDA and the ePrivacy Directive standards, we require your informed consent to use non-essential cookies (Analytical and Marketing).
- Strictly Necessary: Processed based on our legitimate interest in providing a functional website.
- Analytical & Marketing: Processed only if you provide explicit consent via our cookie banner upon your first visit.
4. Third-Party Cookies
In some special cases, we also use cookies provided by trusted third parties. For example, our site uses Google Analytics to help us understand how you use the site and ways that we can improve your experience regarding US-listed ETF research. These cookies may track things such as how long you spend on the site and the pages that you visit so we can continue to produce engaging content.
| Provider | Purpose | Link |
|---|---|---|
| Website traffic analysis and performance metrics. | Privacy Policy | |
| Cloudflare | Content delivery optimization and security. | Privacy Policy |
5. How to Manage and Disable Cookies
You have the right to decide whether to accept or reject cookies. You can exercise your cookie preferences by clicking the button below or by adjusting your browser settings. Please note that disabling strictly necessary cookies may impact the functionality of our investment calculators and tax reporting forms.
Most browsers allow you to:
- See what cookies you've got and delete them on an individual basis.
- Block third-party cookies or cookies from particular sites.
- Block all cookies from being set.
6. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time in order to reflect, for example, changes to the cookies we use or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. Please therefore re-visit this Cookie Policy regularly to stay informed about our use of cookies and related technologies.
The date at the top of this Cookie Policy indicates when it was last updated.
7. Contact Information
If you have any questions about our use of cookies or other technologies, please contact our Data Protection Officer in Winnipeg:
Field Leaflet Compliance Team
Address: 240 Graham Avenue, Winnipeg, MB R3C 0J7
Email:
Phone: +1 (919) 365-2227