Privacy Policy

PRIVACY POLICY

Effective Date: July 23, 2026

1. INTRODUCTION

Fusion Law Professional Corporation (“Fusion Law“, “we“, “our“, or “us“) is committed to protecting the privacy, confidentiality, and security of the personal information entrusted to us.

This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, retain, and protect personal information obtained through our website located at www.fusionlaw.ca (the “Website“), including information submitted through contact forms, consultation request forms, legal assessment forms, and document uploads.

Fusion Law recognizes the importance of privacy and is committed to handling personal information responsibly and in accordance with applicable Canadian privacy laws, including the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA) and any other applicable privacy legislation.

By accessing or using our Website, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy.

2. SCOPE OF THIS POLICY

This Privacy Policy applies to personal information collected through the Website.

It applies to:

• visitors to our Website;
• prospective clients;
• individuals making legal inquiries;
• individuals submitting assessment forms;
• persons requesting consultations;
• persons uploading documents for preliminary review; and
• other individuals who voluntarily provide personal information through the Website.

This Privacy Policy does not apply to information collected during the course of a solicitor-client relationship, which is governed by applicable law, the Rules of Professional Conduct of the Law Society of Ontario, and our professional obligations relating to confidentiality and solicitor-client privilege.

3. WHAT IS PERSONAL INFORMATION?

For the purposes of this Policy, “personal information” means information about an identifiable individual.

Examples include:

• name;
• residential or mailing address;
• telephone number;
• email address;
• date of birth;
• immigration status;
• passport information;
• government-issued identification;
• family information;
• education and employment history;
• travel history;
• immigration documents;
• tribunal or court documents;
• photographs contained within legal documents;
• information relating to legal matters; and
• any other information capable of identifying an individual.

Personal information does not generally include business contact information used solely for professional purposes where permitted by law.

4. INFORMATION WE COLLECT

Depending on how you interact with our Website, we may collect the following categories of personal information.

A. Information You Provide

When you voluntarily contact Fusion Law, you may provide:

• your name;
• email address;
• telephone number;
• mailing address;
• country of residence;
• preferred method of communication;
• details regarding your legal inquiry;
• information relating to your immigration, refugee, family, or civil matter; and
• any other information you choose to provide.

B. Information Submitted Through Assessment Forms

Our Website includes legal assessment forms intended to assist prospective clients in providing preliminary information regarding their legal matter.

Depending on the type of assessment completed, you may provide information concerning:

• immigration history;
• citizenship;
• refugee status;
• work permits;
• study permits;
• permanent residence;
• sponsorship matters;
• removal proceedings;
• criminal history;
• employment;
• education;
• travel history;
• family relationships; and
• other information relevant to your legal matter.

Completion of these forms is entirely voluntary.

C. Documents Uploaded Through the Website

You may voluntarily upload documents for preliminary review.

These may include:

• passports;
• visas;
• permits;
• refusal letters;
• IRCC correspondence;
• tribunal decisions;
• court documents;
• identity documents;
• marriage certificates;
• birth certificates;
• educational records;
• employment records; and
• supporting legal documentation.

Submission of documents does not create a solicitor-client relationship and does not guarantee that Fusion Law will accept representation.

5. PURPOSES FOR WHICH WE COLLECT INFORMATION

We collect personal information only for purposes that are reasonable and appropriate in the circumstances.

These purposes include:

• responding to inquiries;
• determining whether we can assist with a legal matter;
• conducting preliminary legal assessments;
• determining whether a conflict of interest exists;
• communicating with prospective clients;
• arranging consultations;
• evaluating whether to accept a retainer;
• improving our client service;
• maintaining internal records;
• complying with legal and regulatory obligations; and
• protecting our legal rights where necessary.

We do not collect more personal information than is reasonably necessary for these purposes.

6. CONSENT

By voluntarily providing personal information through our Website, you consent to the collection, use, and disclosure of that information for the purposes described in this Privacy Policy.

You may withdraw your consent at any time, subject to legal or contractual restrictions and reasonable notice.

Withdrawal of consent may limit our ability to respond to your inquiry or provide legal services.

7. HOW WE USE YOUR INFORMATION

Fusion Law uses personal information only for legitimate business and legal purposes.

We may use your information to:

• communicate with you;
• review your legal inquiry;
• determine whether legal services may be appropriate;
• arrange consultations;
• perform conflict checks;
• prepare for potential legal representation;
• respond to your requests;
• comply with professional obligations;
• comply with court orders or legal requirements; and
• maintain accurate records.

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

8. DISCLOSURE OF PERSONAL INFORMATION

Fusion Law does not disclose personal information except where:

• the individual has consented;
• disclosure is required or authorized by law;
• disclosure is necessary to protect legal rights;
• disclosure is required to comply with a court order;
• disclosure is necessary to comply with professional obligations;
• disclosure is required to prevent fraud or unlawful activity; or
• disclosure is reasonably necessary to provide legal services after a retainer has been established.

Where we engage trusted third-party service providers to support our business operations (such as secure website hosting, email services, cloud storage, or document management systems), they may have access to personal information only to the extent necessary to perform services on our behalf and are expected to maintain appropriate safeguards.

9. RETENTION OF PERSONAL INFORMATION

Fusion Law retains personal information only for as long as reasonably necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, to comply with legal or regulatory requirements, or to establish, exercise, or defend legal claims.

When personal information is no longer required, it will be securely deleted, destroyed, anonymized, or otherwise disposed of in accordance with applicable legal and professional obligations.

10. SECURITY SAFEGUARDS

Fusion Law employs reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards designed to protect personal information against loss, theft, unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction.

These safeguards may include:

• secure electronic storage;
• password-protected systems;
• restricted access to files;
• encrypted communications where appropriate;
• access controls for authorized personnel; and
• secure document management practices.

While we take reasonable steps to protect personal information, no method of transmission over the Internet or method of electronic storage can be guaranteed to be completely secure. Accordingly, Fusion Law cannot guarantee absolute security.

11. EMAIL AND INTERNET COMMUNICATIONS

Communications transmitted over the Internet, including email and online forms, may not always be secure.

Although Fusion Law takes reasonable measures to protect information received through the Website, users should avoid transmitting highly sensitive or confidential information electronically unless specifically requested by the firm.

Transmission of information through the Website is at the user’s own risk.

12. CHILDREN’S PRIVACY

Our Website is intended for individuals seeking legal information or legal services.

We do not knowingly collect personal information directly from children without appropriate authorization from a parent, guardian, or other legally authorized representative where required by law.

13. LINKS TO THIRD-PARTY WEBSITES

Our Website may contain links to third-party websites for your convenience.

Fusion Law does not control those websites and is not responsible for their privacy practices, security, or content.

Users are encouraged to review the privacy policies of any third-party websites they visit.

14. YOUR PRIVACY RIGHTS

Subject to applicable law, you may have the right to:

• request access to your personal information;
• request correction of inaccurate personal information;
• withdraw consent where applicable;
• inquire about how your information has been used; and
• make a complaint regarding our privacy practices.

Requests should be made in writing using the contact information below.

Fusion Law may request sufficient information to verify your identity before responding to any request.

15. CHANGES TO THIS PRIVACY POLICY

Fusion Law may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in applicable law, professional obligations, technology, or our business practices.

The revised Privacy Policy will be posted on this Website together with the updated effective date.

Your continued use of the Website following publication of any revised Privacy Policy constitutes acceptance of those revisions.

16. CONTACT US

If you have questions regarding this Privacy Policy or our handling of personal information, please contact:

Fusion Law Professional Corporation

1280 Finch Avenue West, Suite 704
North York, Ontario M3J 3K6
Canada

Telephone: (416) 559-6430

Email: [email protected]

Website: www.fusionlaw.ca

Effective Date

This Privacy Policy is effective as of July 23, 2026 and remains in effect until amended or replaced by Fusion Law Professional Corporation.