privacy

Stratus Strategies, Inc. Effective Date: September 2026

Stratus Strategies, Inc. (“Stratus”, “we”, “our”, or “us”) is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard personal information when you visit our website, engage our services, or interact with us.

By using our website or working with Stratus, you agree to the practices described below.

1. Information We Collect

We collect personal information in the following ways:

Information You Provide Directly

• Name, email address, phone number, and other contact details
• Information shared through contact forms, email inquiries, or project discussions
• Documents or materials voluntarily provided during engagements

Information Collected Automatically

When you visit our website, we may automatically collect:

• IP address and general location
• Browser type and device information
• Pages visited and time spent on the site
• Cookies or similar technologies used for analytics and site performance

We do not collect sensitive personal information unless explicitly required for a project and provided voluntarily.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use personal information to:

• Respond to inquiries and communicate with you
• Provide strategic communications services
• Manage client relationships and project workflows
• Improve our website and user experience
• Send updates or insights if you opt in

We do not sell personal information.

3. Sharing Your Information

We may share information only in the following circumstances:

• With trusted partners or contractors supporting Stratus projects
• With service providers (e.g., website hosting, analytics tools)
• If required by law, regulation, or legal process

All partners and contractors engaged by Stratus are expected to uphold privacy and confidentiality standards.

4. Indigenous Data and Engagement

Stratus recognizes the importance of Indigenous data sovereignty and responsible stewardship of information shared by Indigenous Nations, communities, or organizations. Any information provided through consultation, engagement, or collaboration is handled with care, respect, and confidentiality, and is used only for the purposes agreed upon.

5. Cookies and Analytics

Our website may use cookies and analytics tools (such as Google Analytics or similar services) to understand how visitors use the site. You can disable cookies through your browser settings, though some features may not function optimally.

6. How We Protect Your Information

We use reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, or misuse. While no system is completely secure, we take privacy seriously and continuously work to protect your data.

7. Your Choices

You may:

• Request access to the personal information we hold
• Ask for corrections or updates
• Withdraw consent for communications
• Request deletion of your information, subject to legal or contractual obligations

To make a request, contact us at hello@stratusstrategies.ca.

8. Links to Other Websites

Our website may contain links to external sites. Stratus is not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those websites.

9. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The “Effective Date” at the top indicates when the latest changes were made.

10. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle personal information, please contact:

Stratus Strategies, Inc. Durham Region, Ontario, Canada Email: hello@stratusstrategies.ca.