Cookie Policy
Last updated: March 1, 2026
1. What Are Cookies
Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile phone) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work efficiently, to provide a better user experience, and to supply information to the website owners.
Canadian Professional Immigration Consulting ("CPIC," "we," "us," or "our") uses cookies and similar technologies on our website cpicimmigration.ca (the "Website") in compliance with the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA) and Canada's Anti-Spam Legislation (CASL).
2. Types of Cookies We Use
Strictly Necessary Cookies
These cookies are essential for the Website to function properly. They enable basic features such as page navigation, secure areas, and form submissions. The Website cannot function without these cookies, and they cannot be disabled.
| Cookie | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| session_id | Maintains user session state | Session |
| csrf_token | Security - prevents cross-site request forgery | Session |
| locale | Remembers your language preference | 1 year |
Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our Website by collecting and reporting information anonymously. This helps us improve the Website and our services.
| Cookie | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| _ga | Google Analytics - distinguishes unique users | 2 years |
| _ga_* | Google Analytics 4 - persists session state | 2 years |
| _gid | Google Analytics - distinguishes users | 24 hours |
Functional Cookies
These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalization, such as remembering your preferences and providing features like live chat support.
| Cookie | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| calendly_session | Calendly integration for booking consultations | Session |
| cookie_consent | Remembers your cookie consent preferences | 1 year |
3. Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies are placed by third-party services that appear on our pages. We do not control the use of these cookies. Third parties that may set cookies through our Website include:
- Google Analytics: Web analytics service to analyze website traffic and usage patterns.
- Calendly: Scheduling service used for booking consultations.
- Stripe: Payment processing service for secure online payments.
We recommend reviewing the privacy policies of these third parties for more information about their cookie practices.
4. Managing Cookies
You can control and manage cookies in several ways:
- Browser Settings: Most browsers allow you to view, manage, and delete cookies through the browser settings. Instructions vary by browser; please refer to your browser's help section.
- Cookie Consent Banner: When you first visit our Website, you will be presented with a cookie consent banner that allows you to accept or decline non-essential cookies.
- Opt-Out of Analytics: You can opt out of Google Analytics by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.
Please note that disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality of our Website and limit the services we can provide.
5. PIPEDA Compliance
Our use of cookies complies with the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA). We obtain meaningful consent before placing non-essential cookies and provide clear information about our cookie practices. You have the right to withdraw your consent at any time by adjusting your cookie preferences or contacting us.
6. Changes to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legislation, or our business practices. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last updated" date.
7. Contact Us
If you have questions about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please contact us:
CPIC Immigration - Privacy Officer
Vancouver, BC, Canada
Email: privacy@cpicimmigration.ca
Phone: +1 (416) 555-0199