Privacy Policy

Privacy Policy: Garderie ImaginAction

Effective Date: April 8, 2026
 

At Garderie ImaginAction, we are committed to protecting the privacy and personal information of our families, children, and staff. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and safeguard your data in compliance with Quebec’s privacy legislation (Law 25).
 

1. Privacy Officer

For any questions regarding this policy or the management of your personal information, please contact our designated Privacy Officer:

Name: Humaira Khan

Email: humaira@garderieimaginaction.com

Address: 1000 boulevard Taschereau, La Prairie, QC J5R 1W6
 

2. Collection of Personal Information

We collect information necessary to provide high-quality childcare services and ensure the safety of your children. This includes:

• Identification: Names of parents/guardians and children, dates of birth, and home addresses.

• Contact Information: Phone numbers and email addresses.

• Health Information: Medical history, vaccination records, allergies, and emergency contact details.

• Financial Data: Information required for billing, government subsidies, and payment processing.

• Visual Content: Photos or videos of children participating in activities (only with explicit parental consent).
   

3. Use of Information

Your information is used strictly for the following purposes:

• Managing daily childcare operations and educational programming.

• Ensuring the health, safety, and well-being of every child.

• Communicating with parents regarding child progress or emergencies.

• Processing payments and maintaining administrative records.

• Complying with Ministry of Families (Ministère de la Famille) requirements.
   

4. Protection and Storage

We implement rigorous security measures to protect your data from unauthorized access, loss, or disclosure:

• Digital Security: Password-protected systems and encrypted files.

• Physical Security: Locked filing cabinets and restricted access to administrative offices.

• Retention: We only keep personal information for as long as required by law or for the duration of the child's enrollment. Once no longer needed, information is securely destroyed.
   

5. Sharing with Third Parties

Garderie ImaginAction does not sell your personal information. We only share data with third parties when:

• Required by law or government authorities (e.g., Retraite Québec, Ministère de la Famille).

• Necessary for emergency medical services.

• Authorized by you in writing (e.g., sharing records with a specialist).
   

6. Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Request access to the personal information we hold about you or your child.

• Request the correction of inaccurate or incomplete information.

• Withdraw consent for the use of photos or videos at any time.

To exercise these rights, please submit a written request to the Privacy Officer listed above.
 

7. Updates to this Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. The "Effective Date" at the top of this page will indicate when the last changes were made.