Privacy Policy

Effective Date: March 1, 2025

Royer Thomson ("we," "us," "our", or “the firm”) is committed to protecting the privacy and security of personal and company information. We appreciate and respect the trust that is placed when information is shared with the firm for the purpose of working together. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and protect information in accordance with applicable Canadian privacy laws, including the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA) and relevant provincial regulations.

1. Collection of Information We collect personal and company information to provide executive advisory and executive search services. This may include, but is not limited to:

Contact details (e.g., name, phone number, email address)
Employment history, qualifications, and professional credentials
Business details of client organizations
Any other information relevant to our advisory and executive search mandates

Information is collected through direct interactions with clients, candidates, and other stakeholders, as well as through publicly available sources and third parties with consent.

2. Use of Information The information we collect is used for the following purposes:

To fulfill advisory and executive search mandates
To evaluate and match candidates with potential job opportunities
To communicate with clients, candidates, and business partners
To comply with legal and regulatory requirements
To enhance and improve our services

3. Disclosure of Information We may disclose personal and company information under the following circumstances:

With client organizations for the purpose of fulfilling search and advisory mandates
With third-party service providers who assist in delivering our services, subject to confidentiality agreements
When required by law or regulatory authorities
In the case of a business transaction, such as a merger or acquisition, where information may be transferred as part of due diligence

4. Protection of Information We implement appropriate technological and physical security measures to safeguard personal and company data from unauthorized access, disclosure, or misuse. Access to information is restricted to authorized personnel only. This may include third parties who are granted access for the sole purpose of delivering information technology services including multi-channel communications, work and project management applications used in the delivery of our work and for the day-to-day management of the firm. Third-party partners and applications are qualified and selected based on effective security practices and standards, including data storage and protection in countries that are reputable and aligned with Canadian data security & protection standards.

5. Retention of Information We retain personal and company information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy or as required by law. When no longer needed, information is securely destroyed, deleted, or anonymized.

6. Access and Correction Individuals have the right to request access to their personal information and to request corrections if necessary. Requests can be made by contacting us at admin@royerthompson.com / 902-422-2099.

7. Consent and Withdrawal By providing personal or company information, individuals and organizations consent to its collection, use, and disclosure as outlined in this policy. Consent may be withdrawn at any time, subject to legal or contractual obligations.

8. Updates to this Policy We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on our website, and continued use of our services after an update constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.

9. Contact Us For any questions or concerns regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact:

Royer Thompson
Attention: Greg Dickie, Managing Partner
1718 Argyle Street, Halifax, NS
gdickie@royerthompson.com
902-422-2099