Privacy Policy

Effective Date: January 20, 2024

Sonus Microsystems Inc. ("we," "our," or "us") respects your privacy and is committed to protecting the personal information you share with us. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information in accordance with applicable Canadian privacy laws, including the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA).

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information:

Information You Provide Voluntarily

• Contact Information: When you use our website, fill out a contact form, or correspond with us, we may collect your name, email address, phone number, and any other information you provide.
• Job Applicant Data: If you apply for a position with us, we may collect details such as your name, contact information, resume, current job title, educational background, professional qualifications, and references.
• Social Media Interactions: If you interact with us on social media platforms, we may collect information you voluntarily share, such as your username, public profile, and comments.

Automatically Collected Information

• Device and Usage Data: We may collect your IP address, geolocation data, browser type, operating system, referring URLs, and activity on our website (e.g., pages viewed, time spent on site).
• Cookies and Tracking Technologies: We use cookies to improve functionality, enhance user experience, and analyze website traffic. (See Section 5 for more details.)

Third-Party Sources

We may combine information you provide with publicly available data or information from third-party sources, such as social media platforms or business directories, to improve our services and communication.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Respond to your inquiries and requests.
• Provide and improve our website, services, and user experience.
• Communicate with you about updates, events, and other relevant information.
• Process job applications and evaluate candidates.
• Analyze trends and monitor website performance.
• Protect our website and systems from unauthorized access or malicious activity.

3. Sharing Your Information

We do not sell your personal information. However, we may share your information in the following circumstances:

• Service Providers: We may share data with vendors and partners who assist us with hosting, analytics, communication, and other business functions.
• Legal Compliance: We may disclose data to comply with legal obligations, such as responding to lawful requests or court orders.
• Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, sale, or other business transaction, your information may be transferred as part of the assets involved.

4. Job Applicant Information

If you apply for a position with Sonus Microsystems Inc., we use the information you provide to assess your qualifications and process your application. Your data may be shared with recruitment partners or references you have provided. We retain applicant data for a limited period to comply with legal and business requirements or to contact you about future opportunities.

5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our website uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance user experience and collect analytics.

Types of Cookies We Use

• Essential Cookies: These cookies are necessary for website functionality, such as enabling secure access to specific pages.
• Analytics Cookies: These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website, including which pages are most popular and how long users stay on the site.
• Preference Cookies: These cookies remember your preferences (e.g., language or region) to provide a customized experience.

Managing Cookies

You can manage your cookie preferences by adjusting your browser settings. Note that disabling cookies may affect certain functionalities of the website. For more information about cookies, visit allaboutcookies.org.

6. Data Retention

We retain your personal information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy or as required by law. When no longer needed, your data is securely deleted or anonymized.

7. Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Access and correct your personal information.
• Withdraw consent for specific data uses (e.g., marketing emails).
• Request deletion of your personal information, subject to legal or contractual obligations.

To exercise these rights, contact us at info@sonusmicrosystems.com.

8. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information. While no system is completely secure, we strive to use industry-standard security practices to safeguard your data.

9. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to external websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of third-party sites and encourage you to review their privacy policies.

10. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The updated policy will be posted on our website with a revised effective date. Your continued use of our services indicates your acceptance of any changes.

11. Contact Us

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

Sonus Microsystems Inc.
Suite 289 – 2366 Main Mall
Vancouver, BC V6T 1Z4
Email: info@sonusmicrosystems.com