Who we are
The Black Women Business Exhibit & Professional Convention (BWEPC) 2025 (“we,” “our,” “us”), promoted by the Black Women Business Network (BWBN) (www.blackwomencanada.org), is committed to protecting the privacy and security of your personal information. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, store, and protect the data of our attendees, exhibitors, sponsors, and partners in compliance with applicable privacy laws, including Canada’s Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA) and General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) where applicable.
Information We Collect
We collect the following types of personal data:
- Personal Identifiers: Name, email address, phone number, job title, and organization name.
- Payment Information: Billing details for exhibitor and attendee registrations (processed securely via third-party payment processors).
- Demographic Information: Nationality, industry, and areas of interest (for event customization and statistics).
- Event Engagement Data: Session attendance, survey responses, and networking interactions.
Technical Data: IP address, browser type, and website usage data when visiting our event website (collected via cookies and analytics tools).
How We Use Your Information
We use your data for the following purposes:
- Event Registration & Participation: To facilitate attendee registration, exhibitor coordination, and sponsorship management.
- Communication & Marketing: To send event updates, promotional materials, and follow-up surveys. Users may opt out of marketing emails at any time.
- Networking & Business Matching: To connect attendees, exhibitors, and sponsors during the event (subject to consent).
Legal & Compliance: To comply with applicable laws, prevent fraud, and ensure event security.
Data Sharing & Third-Party Services
We may share limited personal data with:
- Service Providers: Third-party platforms for event management, registration, and payment processing.
- Sponsors & Exhibitors: Only with explicit attendee consent, for networking and business connections.
- Legal Authorities: When required by law or to protect our legal rights.
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information
Data Retention & Security
We retain personal data only for as long as necessary for event administration and legal compliance. We implement strict security measures, including encryption and access controls, to protect your information
Your Rights & Choices
Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have the following rights regarding your personal data:
Objection & Restriction: Limit or object to certain types of data processing.
To exercise these rights, contact us at expo@blackwomencanada.org
Access & Correction: Request access to or correction of your personal data.
Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information (subject to legal and contractual obligations).
Data Portability: Request a copy of your data in a structured format.
Cookies & Tracking Technologies
We use cookies to enhance website functionality, analyze traffic, and personalize content. You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings.
International Data Transfers
If you access our services from outside Canada, your data may be transferred and stored in jurisdictions with different data protection laws. By providing your data, you consent to such transfers..
Updates to This Privacy Policy
We may update this policy to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. Any updates will be posted on our website with a revised effective date.
Contact Information
For any privacy-related inquiries, please contact us at:
Black Women Business Exhibit & Professional Convention 2025
Promoted by: Black Women Business Network (BWBN)
Website: www.blackwomencanada.org
Email: info@blackwomencanada.org
Event Website: https://www.bwbnexpo.com
