Privacy Policy
Last Updated: November 25, 2025
1. Introduction
Leap Recruitment Partners Inc. ("Leap," "we," "us," or "our") is committed to protecting the privacy and security of your personal information. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website leaprecruitment.ca (the "Site") or engage with our recruitment and staffing services.
We comply with the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA) and other applicable Canadian privacy laws.
2. Information We Collect
We collect information that you voluntarily provide to us or that is generated through your use of our services.
- For Candidates:
- Personal Contact Information: Name, email address, phone number, and physical address.
- Application Data: Resumes/CVs, cover letters, employment history, education, certifications, and skills.
- Reference Information: Contact details for referees and feedback provided by them.
- Interview Notes: Information recorded during screenings and interviews.
- Voluntary Self-Identification: Any information you choose to provide regarding diversity (e.g., gender, veteran status) if applicable.
- For Clients/Employers:
- Business Contact Information: Name, job title, company email, and phone number.
- Hiring Requirements: Details about open positions, organizational needs, and billing information.
- For Website Visitors:
- Usage Data: We may collect non-identifiable information such as IP addresses, browser types, and pages visited to analyze website performance.
- Cookies: Our Site may use cookies to improve user experience. You can adjust your browser settings to refuse cookies, though some Site features may not function properly.
3. How We Use Your Information
We use your personal information for the following purposes:
- Recruitment Services: To assess your qualifications, match you with potential job opportunities, and submit your profile to our clients (prospective employers).
- Communication: To contact you regarding job applications, interview requests, or new opportunities that match your profile.
- Administration: To manage our relationship with you, including payroll services for temporary/contract placements.
- Marketing: To send you our newsletter or industry updates (only if you have opted in, e.g., via our contact form).
- Legal Compliance: To comply with applicable laws and regulations.
4. Sharing of Information
We do not sell your personal information. We may share your data in the following circumstances:
- With Prospective Employers: Your resume and profile will be shared with our clients for the purpose of job applications. We generally obtain your consent before submitting your profile for a specific role.
- Service Providers: We use third-party service providers to support our operations, such as Tracker RMS (our Applicant Tracking System) and other IT or payroll vendors. These providers are authorized to use your information only as necessary to provide services to us.
- Legal Obligations: We may disclose information if required by law, court order, or to protect our rights and safety.
5. Data Retention
We retain your personal information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected or as required by law. If you are a candidate, we may retain your resume in our database to consider you for future opportunities unless you request its deletion.
6. Data Security
We implement appropriate physical, technical, and organizational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, loss, or misuse. However, please note that no method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure.
7. Your Rights
Under Canadian privacy laws, you have the right to:
- Access: Request a copy of the personal information we hold about you.
- Correction: Request corrections to inaccurate or incomplete data.
- Withdraw Consent: Withdraw your consent for us to process your data (e.g., remove your resume from our database or unsubscribe from emails), subject to legal or contractual restrictions.
To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information below.
8. Third-Party Links
Our Site may contain links to third-party websites (e.g., job boards, social media). We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those sites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.
9. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or wish to exercise your data rights, please contact our Privacy Officer:
10. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date.
