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Privacy Policy

Last updated: January 2026

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This Privacy Policy describes how Tori Phillips, Sales Representative with Hirsch and Associates Brokerage Inc. ("we," "us," or "our"), collects, uses, discloses, and protects personal information in accordance with the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA) and applicable Ontario privacy laws. This policy also aligns with industry standards set by RECO (Real Estate Council of Ontario) and TRREB (Toronto Regional Real Estate Board).

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By using this website, you consent to the collection, use, and disclosure of personal information as described below.

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1. Accountability

We are responsible for maintaining and protecting the personal information under our control. All personal information is handled in accordance with PIPEDA principles, including accountability, identifying purposes, consent, limiting collection, limiting use, disclosure and retention, accuracy, safeguards, openness, individual access, and challenging compliance.

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2. Identifying Purposes

We collect personal information for purposes that include, but are not limited to:

  • Responding to inquiries and requests for information

  • Providing real estate services, consultations, and market insights

  • Delivering requested guides, reports, or resources (including first-time homebuyer guides)

  • Following up on expressed interest in buying, selling, or leasing real estate

  • Communicating relevant listings, opportunities, and market updates

  • Complying with legal, regulatory, and professional obligations under RECO and TRREB​

 

3. Information We Collect

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Personal Information You Provide

We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide, including:​

  • Name

  • Email address

  • Phone number

  • Preferred method of contact

  • Information related to your real estate needs, preferences, timelines, or financial considerations (provided voluntarily)

 

Automatically Collected Information

When you visit the website, we may automatically collect:

  • IP address

  • Browser type and device information

  • Pages visited and time spent on the site

  • Referring website addresses

This information is used for website analytics, performance monitoring, and user experience improvement.

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4. Consent

By submitting your personal information through this website, you provide express or implied consent for its collection, use, and disclosure for the purposes identified in this policy. You may withdraw your consent at any time, subject to legal or contractual restrictions, by contacting us using the information below.

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5. Use and Disclosure of Information

We do not sell or rent personal information. Personal information may be disclosed only:

  • To trusted third-party service providers (such as CRM systems, email marketing platforms, analytics providers, or advertising platforms) who assist in operating our business

  • When required by law, regulation, court order, or regulatory authority

  • To protect our legal, professional, or ethical interests

All third parties are required to safeguard personal information and use it only for authorized purposes.

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6. Cookies and Online Tracking

This website may use cookies, pixels, and similar technologies to:

  • Analyze website traffic and user behavior

  • Improve marketing and advertising effectiveness (including social media advertising)

  • Remember user preferences

You may adjust your browser settings to refuse cookies; however, some features of the website may not function properly.

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7. Email and Marketing Communications

If you provide your email address, you may receive communications related to:

  • Requested resources or guides

  • Real estate market updates and insights

  • Follow-ups regarding your inquiry or expressed interest

You may unsubscribe from marketing communications at any time by using the unsubscribe link in our emails or by contacting us directly.

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8. Data Accuracy and Retention

We take reasonable steps to ensure personal information is accurate, complete, and up to date. Personal information is retained only as long as necessary to fulfill the identified purposes or as required by law, regulatory bodies, or professional standards.

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9. Safeguards

We use reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect personal information against loss, theft, unauthorized access, disclosure, copying, or modification. Despite these measures, no method of transmission over the internet is completely secure.

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10. Individual Access and Correction

You have the right to request access to your personal information and to request corrections if you believe it is inaccurate or incomplete, subject to applicable legal limitations.

Requests may be made by contacting us using the information below.

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11. Third-Party Websites

This website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those external sites.

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12. Children’s Privacy

This website is intended for individuals who are at least 18 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.

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13. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in legal, regulatory, or business practices. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised date.

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14. Contact Information

For questions, access requests, or concerns regarding this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact:

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Tori Phillips
Sales Representative
Hirsch and Associates Brokerage Inc.

Email: toriphillipsrealestate@gmail.com
Phone: 4167007739

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