Privacy Policy

Effective Date: October 1, 2013
Last Updated: July 7, 2025

1. Introduction

Ipseity Approach ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website ipseityapproach.com and use our services.

This policy applies to all users worldwide and complies with Canadian privacy laws including the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA) and British Columbia's Personal Information Protection Act (PIPA).

2. Information We Collect

Personal Information You Provide

We may collect the following personal information when you voluntarily provide it:

  • Contact Information: Name, email address, phone number, mailing address
  • Account Information: Username, password, and other registration details
  • Program Participation: Responses to assessments, program feedback, progress notes
  • Communication: Messages you send us, testimonials, comments, questions
  • Payment Information: Billing address and payment method details (processed securely through third-party processors)
  • Demographic Information: Age, location, background information relevant to our programs

Automatically Collected Information

When you visit our website, we may automatically collect:

  • Technical Information: IP address, browser type, device information, operating system
  • Usage Data: Pages visited, time spent on pages, click patterns, referral sources
  • Cookies and Tracking: See our Cookie Policy section below

3. How We Use Your Information

We use your personal information for the following purposes:

Service Provision

  • Deliver our programs (Break Forth™ Challenge, Last Year Stuck™ Program)
  • Provide access to digital content and resources
  • Process registrations and payments
  • Communicate about your programs and progress

Communication

  • Send program updates and educational content
  • Respond to your questions and support requests
  • Send newsletters and marketing communications (with your consent)
  • Notify you of changes to our services or policies

Improvement and Analytics

  • Analyze website usage to improve our services
  • Develop new programs and content
  • Conduct research on spiritual growth and biblical identity (anonymized data only)

Legal and Safety

  • Comply with applicable laws and regulations
  • Protect our rights and the safety of our users
  • Prevent fraud and abuse

4. Legal Basis for Processing (International Users)

For users in jurisdictions requiring legal basis disclosure:

  • Consent: Marketing communications, non-essential cookies
  • Contract Performance: Delivering programs you've enrolled in
  • Legitimate Interests: Website analytics, fraud prevention, service improvement
  • Legal Compliance: Meeting regulatory requirements

5. How We Share Your Information

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information. We may share your information only in these limited circumstances:

Service Providers

We work with trusted third-party service providers who help us operate our business:

  • Email Marketing: [e.g., GoHighLevel/GoModern for email campaigns]
  • Payment Processing: Secure payment processors for transactions
  • Website Hosting: SiteGround for website hosting
  • Analytics: Google Analytics for website performance (anonymized data)

All service providers are bound by confidentiality agreements and can only use your information to provide services to us.

Legal Requirements

We may disclose your information if required by law, court order, or government regulation, or to protect our rights, property, or safety, or that of our users.

Business Transfer

In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred to the new entity, subject to the same privacy protections.

Testimonials and Success Stories

With your explicit consent, we may share your testimonials, success stories, or feedback publicly for marketing purposes. You can withdraw this consent at any time.

6. International Data Transfers

As a Canadian business, your information is primarily stored and processed in Canada. However, some of our service providers may process data in other countries, including the United States. When we transfer data internationally, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place.

7. Data Retention

We retain your personal information only as long as necessary for the purposes outlined in this policy:

  • Active Users: While you're participating in our programs and for a reasonable period after
  • Marketing Lists: Until you unsubscribe or request removal
  • Financial Records: As required by Canadian tax and business laws (typically 7 years)
  • Support Communications: For a reasonable period to provide ongoing support

8. Your Privacy Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the following rights:

For All Users

  • Access: Request information about what personal data we hold about you
  • Correction: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information
  • Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information (subject to legal requirements)
  • Opt-Out: Unsubscribe from marketing communications at any time

For Canadian Residents

Under PIPEDA and PIPA, you have additional rights including:

  • Right to know how your information is being used
  • Right to withdraw consent where consent is the legal basis
  • Right to file a complaint with the Privacy Commissioner

For EU/UK Residents

Under GDPR/UK GDPR, you also have rights to:

  • Data portability
  • Restrict processing
  • Object to processing
  • Lodge complaints with supervisory authorities

To exercise any of these rights, contact us at [Your Email Address].

9. Security Measures

We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information:

  • Encryption: Data transmission using SSL/TLS encryption
  • Access Controls: Limited access to personal information on a need-to-know basis
  • Regular Updates: Keeping software and security measures current
  • Secure Hosting: Using reputable hosting providers with strong security practices

However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

10. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our website uses cookies and similar tracking technologies:

Essential Cookies

Required for basic website functionality (login, security, preferences)

Analytics Cookies

Help us understand how visitors use our website (Google Analytics)

Marketing Cookies

Used to deliver relevant advertisements and track marketing effectiveness

You can control cookies through your browser settings, but disabling certain cookies may limit website functionality.

11. Third-Party Links

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

12. Children's Privacy

Our services are not directed to children under 13 (or 16 in some jurisdictions). We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe we have collected information from a child, please contact us immediately.

13. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. We will notify you of material changes by:

  • Posting the updated policy on our website
  • Sending email notifications to registered users
  • Providing notice through our services

Continued use of our services after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

14. Contact Information

If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us:

Privacy Officer: "JoElle" Mary Jo Ellen Orn
Email: joelle@thepeacekeepher.com 
Mailing Address:
Mary Jo Ellen Orn
Victora, BC,
Canada, V9B 6R9

Phone: (250) 880-nine five-zero-zero

Privacy Commissioner Contacts (Canada)

If you're not satisfied with our response to your privacy concerns, you may contact:

Federal: Office of the Privacy Commissioner of Canada
Website: priv.gc.ca
Phone: 1-800-282-1376

British Columbia: Office of the Information and Privacy Commissioner
Website: oipc.bc.ca
Phone: 250-387-5629

15. Consent

By using our website and services, you consent to the collection, use, and disclosure of your personal information as described in this Privacy Policy.

This Privacy Policy is effective as of October 1, 2013 and was last updated on July 07, 2025.