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Privacy Policy Overview: How We Collect, Use, and Protect Your Information

At Aniyah Care Health and Wellness (“we”, “us”, “our”), we are committed to protecting your privacy and maintaining the confidentiality of your personal and personal health information.

This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard information when you:

  • Visit our website
  • Book or receive services
  • Schedule consultations or appointments
  • Submit forms
  • Communicate with us
  • Interact with our digital tools or platforms

This policy also explains your rights and how to contact us with privacy questions or concerns.

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. When updates occur, the “Last Updated” date will be revised. Updates become effective when posted on our website.

Health Information Custodian (PHIPA Compliance)

Under the Personal Health Information Protection Act (PHIPA), Aniyah Care Health and Wellness operates as a Health Information Custodian and is responsible for the collection, use, disclosure, and protection of personal health information in our custody or control.

Our clinic owner and designated Privacy Officer oversee privacy compliance, data protection standards, and PHIPA obligations.

Privacy and Use of Personal Health Information

Your personal and health information is collected and used to support your care, including:

  • Assessment
  • Diagnosis
  • Testing
  • Treatment
  • Service coordination

Your information is essential for us to provide safe and appropriate care. Your information — and you — will always be treated with respect, confidentiality, and privacy.

With your consent, we may obtain relevant health or personal information from authorized sources (such as healthcare providers or specialists involved in your care). This will only occur with your permission unless otherwise permitted or required by law.

When Do We Collect Information?

Personal Information:

We collect personal information when you voluntarily provide it through:

  • Website forms
  • Contact or inquiry forms
  • Service selection tools
  • Message fields
  • Third-party lead forms (e.g., social media lead ads) 

This may include:

  • Name
  • Email address
  • Phone number
  • General inquiry details
  • Service interests

Providing your personal information is voluntary. However, choosing not to provide certain information may limit our ability to respond to requests, coordinate services, or provide requested communications.

Non-Personal Information:

  • IP address, browser type, device information
  • Website usage patterns and analytics
  • Cookies and similar technologies

How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

  • Provide, coordinate, and improve our health and wellness services
    • Process payments and complete transactions when services are booked or purchased
    • Improve website functionality, user experience, and service accessibility
  • Send SMS or text message follow-ups related to consultations, appointment follow- ups, service updates, and responses to inquiries, based on consent preferences
    • Maintain security, prevent fraud, and protect patient and business data
    • Maintain records of your communication preferences and consent choices

Use of Personal Health Information

Personal health information is used to support care and treatment. It may also be used for:

  • Quality improvement
  • Training
  • Education

Where possible, identifying information is removed.

Information may be shared with individuals or organizations you authorize (e.g., healthcare providers, insurance providers, legal representatives), unless otherwise permitted or required by law.

We do not use personal health information for marketing without explicit consent.

SMS Messaging & Compliance

Text Message Program Terms

If you opt into SMS communications, you may receive messages related to:

  • Service updates
  • Follow-up communications
  • Responses to inquiries
  • Marketing messages (only if you explicitly consent)
  • Secure booking or scheduling links to book, confirm, reschedule, or manage online consultations or appointments with Aniyah Care Health and Wellness

Opt-In & Consent

  • SMS messages are only sent if you explicitly opt in
  • Consent may be collected through website forms, booking systems, or approved third- party forms
  • We maintain timestamped opt-in records
  • We comply with CASL, PHIPA (where applicable), and Canadian privacy laws

Opt-Out

  • Reply STOP to unsubscribe
  • You will receive confirmation
  • No further messages will be sent unless you opt in again

Message Frequency

  • Message frequency varies
  • Messages relate to requested services or approved communications

Support

Reply HELP or contact info@aniyahcare.com

Standard message and data rates may apply.

SMS / Text Message Privacy

If you opt in to receive SMS messages from Aniyah Care Health and Wellness, we are committed to protecting your privacy.

SMS opt-in data and consent records will not be sold, shared, or used for third-party marketing purposes.

  • Messages will only be sent for consented purposes including appointment coordination, service updates, follow-ups, inquiry responses, and consented marketing
    • SMS is not intended for urgent medical needs or sensitive health If needed, we may contact you by phone or arrange a secure consultation.

 

You can opt out at any time by replying STOP. Reply HELP for assistance.

Reply START to rejoin if you previously opted out.

Message frequency may vary. Message and data rates may apply.

Data Sharing Commitment

We Do Not Sell Your Information

We do not sell, trade, or otherwise transfer your personally identifiable information to outside parties for marketing or promotional purposes.

Mobile opt-in data and consent information will not be shared with third parties or affiliates for marketing or promotional purposes.

Limited Sharing With Service Providers

We may share information with third-party service providers who support our operations, including payment processing, communications platforms, website hosting, SMS delivery services, customer relationship management (CRM) systems, and secure Electronic Medical Record (EMR) systems. These providers are only given access to the information necessary to perform their services and must maintain confidentiality and security safeguards.

SMS Data Protection Statement

No mobile information will be shared with third parties or affiliates for marketing or promotional purposes.

Information may be shared with subcontractors or service providers that support operational services such as messaging delivery or customer support. These providers are contractually required to maintain confidentiality and data security.

All other use case categories exclude text messaging originator opt-in data and consent. This information will not be shared with any third parties.

We implement strict administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect SMS opt-in information and consent records.

Third Party Integrations

Facebook Advertising Platforms

We may collect personal information through third-party advertising and lead generation platforms, such as social media lead forms. When you voluntarily submit your information through these platforms, such as providing your name, email address, or phone number, this information is provided to us in accordance with your selections and consent preferences on that platform.

If you choose to provide your phone number and consent to receive text messages through a third-party lead form, we will only use your information in accordance with your consent preferences and this Privacy Policy. SMS communications may include follow-up communications, service updates, appointment-related communications, and responses to your inquiries or submitted concerns, and marketing messages only if you have opted in.

We do not sell or share mobile opt-in data with third parties or affiliates for marketing or promotional purposes.

Third-party platforms operate under their own privacy policies and data handling practices. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party platform you interact with.

Facebook Advertising and Analytics

We may use Facebook advertising and analytics tools to better understand website usage and improve our services. Facebook may use cookies, pixels, or similar technologies to measure ad performance and user engagement.

You can learn more about Facebook’s privacy practices here: https://www.facebook.com/full_data_use_policy

You can manage ad preferences and opt out of certain advertising features through your Facebook account settings.

Scheduling Platform Tool

If you opt in to receive SMS messages, you may receive an initial follow-up message that includes a secure booking or scheduling link to book, confirm, reschedule, or manage your online consultation or appointment with Aniyah Care Health and Wellness.

These links may direct you to trusted third-party scheduling platforms used solely for appointment booking, scheduling management, and service coordination.

Booking links are only sent to individuals who have provided SMS consent.

Scheduling providers receive only the minimum information necessary to support appointment scheduling services.

Data Security

We maintain administrative, technical, and physical safeguards, including:

  • Encryption during transmission and storage
  • Access controls and authentication systems
  • Role-based permissions
  • Security monitoring and risk assessments
  • Staff privacy training
  • Breach response protocols
  • Secure backups and disaster recovery

No system is completely secure, but we use industry-standard safeguards.

Cookies & Tracking Technologies

We use cookies to:

  • Improve website performance
  • Understand usage patterns
  • Remember preferences
  • Support service functionality

You can disable cookies through browser settings.

Mobile Data Protection Statement

No mobile information will be shared with third parties or affiliates for marketing or promotional purposes. Information sharing to subcontractors in support services, such as customer service, is permitted. All other use case categories exclude text messaging originator opt-in data and consent; this information will not be shared with any third parties.

Breach Notification

If a privacy breach occurs involving personal or personal health information, we will notify affected individuals and regulatory authorities as required by law.

Other Legal Disclosures

We may disclose information if required by law, to protect safety, prevent fraud, comply with legal processes, or during business restructuring events such as mergers or acquisitions.

Your Rights & Choices

You have the right to:

  • Request access to your personal and personal health information
  • Request corrections or updates to your personal information where appropriate
  • Request deletion of personal information where permitted by applicable laws
  • Opt out of marketing emails by clicking “unsubscribe” in our email communications
  • Opt out of SMS messages at any time by replying STOP
  • Request information about how we collect, use, and disclose your information
  • Withdraw consent for certain uses of your information at any time for future communications
  • File a complaint with a regulatory authority if you believe your privacy rights have been violated

For Ontario residents, you may also contact the Information and Privacy Commissioner of Ontario (IPC Ontario)regarding privacy concerns.

Protecting Your Information

Your information is protected using administrative, technical, and physical safeguards. Electronic records are secured, and physical records are stored securely.

Information is only disclosed with consent, legal authorization, or where required by law.

Privacy Contact and Regulatory Oversight

If you have questions about privacy practices, please contact our Privacy Officer.

You may also contact the Information and Privacy Commissioner of Ontario (IPC Ontario):

https://www.ipc.on.ca

Accessing Your Health Records

You have the right to request access to your health records in writing. Fees may apply for copies or extended record preparation where permitted by law.

Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, your privacy rights, or how your personal or personal health information is handled, please contact us:

Aniyah Care Health and Wellness

Phone: (905) 487-4411

Email: info@aniyahcare.com Website: www.aniyahcare.com

If you have privacy-related concerns, you may request to speak with our Privacy Officer.

By using our website, submitting forms, or using our services, you acknowledge and consent to the terms outlined in this Privacy Policy.