A&R LLP Chartered Professional Accountants (“A&R LLP”, “we”, “our”, or “us”) is committed to protecting the privacy, confidentiality, and security of personal information in accordance with applicable Canadian privacy legislation, including the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA), as well as the professional standards governing Chartered Professional Accountants in Canada.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us, including but not limited to:

• Name
• Email address
• Telephone number
• Information submitted through inquiry forms or appointment booking tools
• General information related to your tax, accounting, audit, or advisory inquiry

We only collect information that is necessary for identified purposes and limit collection to what is reasonable and appropriate.

2. How We Use Your Information

Personal information is used solely for the following purposes:

• To respond to inquiries and communicate with you
• To assess whether we can provide professional services
• To schedule consultations or meetings
• To provide accounting, tax, audit, or advisory services where engaged
• To comply with legal, regulatory, and professional obligations

We do not sell, rent, or trade personal information.

3. Third-Party Tools and Service Providers

To operate our website and deliver services efficiently, we may use trusted third-party tools and platforms, including but not limited to:

• Calendly – for appointment scheduling
• Website hosting and content management systems
• Email and communication platforms
• Analytics tools (e.g., Google Analytics) to understand website usage and improve user experience

These service providers are given access only to information necessary to perform their functions and are required to maintain appropriate confidentiality and security safeguards.

4. Cookies and Website Analytics

Our website may use cookies and similar technologies to:

• Improve website functionality and performance
• Analyze website traffic and usage patterns
• Enhance user experience

Cookies do not typically identify you personally. You may adjust your browser settings to refuse cookies or notify you when cookies are being used; however, some website features may not function properly as a result.

5. Confidentiality and Safeguards

As a professional accounting firm, A&R LLP is subject to strict confidentiality obligations.

We maintain reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards designed to protect personal information against loss, theft, unauthorized access, disclosure, copying, or misuse.

6. Disclosure of Information

We do not disclose personal information to third parties except in the following circumstances:

• With your consent
• Where required or permitted by law
• To professional advisors or service providers assisting us, who are bound by confidentiality obligations

7. Retention of Information

Personal information is retained only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, or as required by law, regulatory requirements, or professional standards applicable to CPA firms.

8. Your Rights

Under Canadian privacy laws, you have the right to:

• Request access to your personal information
• Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information
• Withdraw consent, subject to legal and professional obligations

Requests may be subject to identity verification.

9. Contact Information

If you have any questions regarding this Privacy Policy or how your personal information is handled, please contact:

Hassan Rasul, CPA
Partner – A&R LLP Chartered Professional Accountants
📧 Email: hassan@arllp.ca
📞 Phone: (905) 633-7081 X 222

This Privacy Policy is reviewed periodically and may be updated to reflect changes in legal requirements, technology, or business practices.