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Privacy Policy


Effective Date: June 1, 2025

 

At Mishiikehn Consulting ("we," "us," or "our"), we are committed to protecting the privacy and personal information of our clients, website visitors, and community partners. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your personal information in accordance with applicable Canadian privacy laws, including the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA).

 

Additionally, as a business grounded in respectful relationships with Indigenous communities, we recognize and uphold principles of Indigenous Data Sovereignty and community-driven protocols in all aspects of our work.

By using our website [www.mishiikehn.com] (the “Site”) or engaging with our services, you agree to the practices described in this policy.

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1. What Information We Collect

We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide, such as:

  • Full name

  • Email address

  • Phone number

  • Mailing or billing address

  • Organization or community affiliation

  • Information shared through surveys, engagement sessions, or consultations

We may also collect non-identifying information such as:

  • IP address

  • Browser type and operating system

  • Pages visited and referring URLs

  • Date and time of visits

2. Purpose of Collection

We collect personal and community-shared information to:

  • Provide consulting and engagement services

  • Respond to inquiries or service requests

  • Collaboratively develop solutions with communities

  • Send newsletters or updates (with consent)

  • Enhance our website and offerings

  • Fulfill legal or regulatory requirements

3. Consent

We obtain meaningful consent before collecting, using, or disclosing personal information. For Indigenous communities and individuals, this includes respecting collective consent where appropriate, and following community-specific protocols related to data ownership, sharing, and storage.

You may withdraw your consent at any time by contacting us (see Section 9), subject to legal or contractual obligations.

4. Indigenous Data Sovereignty

Mishiikehn Consulting honours and upholds the inherent rights of Indigenous Peoples to govern the collection, ownership, and application of data about their communities, cultures, knowledge systems, and identities. We commit to:

  • Respecting OCAP® Principles (Ownership, Control, Access, and Possession) when working with First Nations, and analogous principles with Métis and Inuit communities

  • Recognizing community data as collective intellectual property

  • Co-developing data use agreements where appropriate

  • Ensuring that any data collected from or about Indigenous Peoples is used only with informed consent and in alignment with community values and governance structures

We will not share or store Indigenous community data without prior agreement and appropriate community approvals.

5. Use and Disclosure

We do not sell or rent personal information. We may share information with trusted service providers who help operate our business, provided they agree to keep this information confidential and secure.

We may disclose information:

  • To comply with legal obligations

  • To respond to lawful requests by public authorities

  • To protect the rights and safety of Mishiikehn Consulting or others

Where Indigenous communities are involved, data will only be shared or disclosed according to community-approved processes and protocols.

6. Data Storage and Security

We use industry-standard administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect all personal and community data. Indigenous data is stored in accordance with community preferences and agreements. Where possible, we work with Canadian-based secure servers to avoid cross-border data storage.

7. Your Rights

Under PIPEDA, and in alignment with Indigenous rights to data sovereignty, you may:

  • Access the personal information we hold about you

  • Request corrections to inaccurate information

  • Withdraw your consent at any time

  • Inquire about how data relating to your community is being stored or used

  • File a complaint with the Office of the Privacy Commissioner of Canada

To exercise these rights, please contact us (see Section 9).

8. Cookies and Website Tracking

Our website may use cookies or similar technologies to improve your experience. You can manage your cookie preferences in your browser settings. Note that disabling cookies may impact the functionality of certain features.

9. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, or wish to access, update, or discuss the handling of your personal or community information, please contact:

Mishiikehn Consulting
Attn: Elizabeth Stone
Email: info@mishiikehn.com
Phone: 705-872-8852

10. Policy Updates

This Privacy Policy may be updated from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or in applicable laws. Updates will be posted to this page, with the effective date noted. Continued use of our services constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

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