Last Updated: February 10th, 2025

House of Modern Art (HoMA) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting the personal information you share with us. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you visit our website and interact with our services. By using our website, you agree to the terms of this policy.

Information We Collect

We collect the following types of personal information when you interact with HoMA:

Information You Provide to Us:

  • Name
  • Email address
  • Shipping and billing addresses
  • Payment details (processed via Stripe – see their Privacy Policy)
  • Any information submitted through contact forms or consultations

Information Collected Automatically:

  • IP address
  • Browser type and device information
  • Cookies and tracking technologies (see Section 6 for more details)

Information from Third Parties:

  • Payment processing details via Stripe
  • Website analytics data from third-party services (e.g., Google Analytics)

Compliance with PIPEDA:
HoMA complies with the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA) and applicable provincial privacy laws in Canada.

How We Use Your Information

  • We use the collected information to:
  • Process transactions and payments securely (via Stripe)
  • Provide customer support and respond to inquiries
  • Fulfill and ship orders
  • Improve our website and services through analytics
  • Send marketing emails (only if express consent is given)

Consent Mechanisms:

Implied consentis obtained for transactional emails (e.g., order confirmations).

Express consentis required for marketing communications, and users may opt in or out at any time.

Withdrawal of Consent:Users can withdraw consent to data collection by contacting us at [info@houseofmodernart.ca].

Data Sharing & Third-Party Services

We do not sell or rent your personal data. However, we share information with third-party services for operational purposes:

Stripefor secure payment processing (Stripe Privacy Policy)

Shipping providersfor order fulfillment

Website analytics providersto optimize our site experience

Cross-Border Data Transfers:
Some of our third-party service providers, including Stripe, may store or process your personal data outside Canada (e.g., the U.S. or EU). By using our services, you acknowledge that your data may be transferred to and processed in jurisdictions where different privacy laws may apply.

Data Retention

We retain personal data for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy or as required by law.

Retention Periods:

Financial transaction recordsare kept for seven (7) years for tax compliance.

Other personal datais retained only as long as necessary and securely disposed of when no longer required.

You may request data deletion by contacting us (see Section 8).

Your Rights & Choices

You have the following rights regarding your personal data:

Access:Request a copy of your personal information.

Correction:Update inaccurate or incomplete information.

Deletion:Request deletion of your data (subject to legal obligations).

Opt-Out:Unsubscribe from marketing emails.

Cookie Preferences:Manage tracking preferences through browser settings.

To exercise these rights, contact us at [info@houseofmodernart.ca].

Cookies & Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance user experience. These may include:

  • Essential Cookies:Required for site functionality.
  • Analytics Cookies:Help us understand user behavior (e.g., Google Analytics).
  • Marketing Cookies:Used for personalized advertising.
  • You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings.

Security Measures

We implement industry-standard security practices to protect your personal data, including:

  • Secure payment processing via Stripe
  • Encrypted data transmission (SSL/TLS)
  • Restricted access to personal information

Data Breach Notification:
In the event of a security breach that may pose a significant risk to your personal information, HoMA will notify affected individuals and relevant regulatory authorities in accordance with Canadian privacy laws.

Despite our efforts, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure.

Children’s Privacy

HoMA does not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 without verifiable parental consent. If you believe we have collected such data, please contact us for removal.

Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or wish to exercise your rights, please contact us at:

House of Modern Art (HoMA)
10 Lappin Avenue, Toronto, Ontario
info@houseofmodernart.ca
[houseofmodernart.ca]

Escalating Complaints:
If we cannot resolve your privacy concerns, you have the right to contact the Office of the Privacy Commissioner of Canada at www.priv.gc.ca.

Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with a revised “Last Updated” date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

By using the House of Modern Art  website (houseofmodernart.ca), you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy and consent to the collection and use of your data as outlined herein.