Privacy Policy

Art Auto Sales & Transport LTD
Last updated: February 2026

1. Introduction

Art Auto Sales & Transport LTD (“Art Auto Sales & Transport”, “we”, “our”, or “us”) operates a licensed motor vehicle dealership in Lethbridge, Alberta, Canada. We are committed to protecting the accuracy, confidentiality, and security of your personal information in accordance with:

• The Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA)

• Alberta’s Personal Information Protection Act (PIPA)

• Alberta Motor Vehicle Industry Council (AMVIC) regulatory requirements

• Other applicable federal and provincial privacy laws

This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, store, and protect your personal information when you:

• Visit our dealership

• Use our website

• Apply for vehicle financing

• Purchase, sell, or trade a vehicle

• Contact us or interact with our services

2. Consent

By providing your personal information to us, visiting our website, submitting forms, applying for financing, or using our services, you consent to the collection, use, and disclosure of your information as described in this Privacy Policy.

You may withdraw your consent at any time, subject to legal, regulatory, or contractual obligations. Withdrawal of consent may limit our ability to provide certain services, including financing or vehicle transactions.

3. Information We Collect

We collect only the personal information necessary to provide our services and comply with legal and regulatory requirements.

A. Personal Information

This may include:

• Full name

• Home and mailing address

• Email address

• Phone number

• Date of birth

• Driver’s licence number and issuing province

• Vehicle ownership and registration information

• Trade-in vehicle details

• Payment and transaction information

• Communications and correspondence with us

B. Financing and Credit Information

When you apply for vehicle financing, we may collect:

• Employment information

• Employer name and contact details

• Income and financial information

• Credit history and credit score

• Banking information (where required)

• Social Insurance Number (SIN), where required for credit verification

• Identity verification information

This information is used solely for financing, identity verification, and credit approval purposes.

C. Website and Technical Information

When you visit our website, we may automatically collect:

• IP address

• Browser type and version

• Device type and operating system

• Pages visited and time spent on pages

• Referring websites

• Website usage data

• Cookies and analytics data

This information helps improve website functionality and user experience.

4. How We Use Your Information

We use your personal information only for legitimate business and legal purposes, including:

• Processing vehicle purchases, sales, and trade-ins

• Processing financing applications

• Obtaining credit approvals from financial institutions

• Verifying your identity

• Registering and transferring vehicle ownership with Alberta Registries

• Meeting AMVIC regulatory requirements

• Providing warranty and after-sales support

• Communicating regarding your transaction or inquiry

• Providing customer service

• Maintaining accurate business records

• Preventing fraud and ensuring security

• Improving our services and website

• Sending marketing communications, only with your consent

5. How We Share Your Information

We may share your personal information only when necessary and permitted by law.

This may include:

Financial Institutions and Lenders

To process financing applications and obtain loan approvals.

Credit Reporting Agencies

Such as Equifax and TransUnion, to assess creditworthiness and process financing.

Government Agencies and Regulators

Including Alberta Registries and AMVIC, as required by law.

Insurance Providers

When facilitating insurance related to your vehicle purchase.

Service Providers

Third-party providers who assist with business operations such as:

• Website hosting

• IT services

• CRM systems

• Payment processors

These providers are contractually required to protect your information.

Legal and Regulatory Authorities

When required by law, court order, or to protect our legal rights.

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties for marketing purposes.

6. Limiting Collection

We collect only the personal information necessary for identified purposes and do not collect information indiscriminately.

7. Data Storage and Cross-Border Transfers

Your personal information may be stored or processed in Canada or other jurisdictions, including the United States, where our service providers operate.

When information is transferred outside Canada, it may be subject to the laws of those jurisdictions. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your information.

8. Data Retention

We retain personal information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected and to comply with legal and regulatory obligations.

Retention periods include:

• Vehicle transaction records: minimum 6 years (AMVIC requirement)

• Financial and tax records: as required by Canada Revenue Agency

• Financing and credit documentation: as required by lenders and law

When information is no longer required, it is securely destroyed or anonymized.

9. Data Security

We implement appropriate physical, technical, and administrative safeguards to protect your personal information.

These include:

• Secure storage of physical records

• Password-protected systems

• Restricted access on a need-to-know basis

• Encryption and secure digital storage

• Staff training on privacy protection

• Secure destruction of records

While we take reasonable precautions, no system can guarantee absolute security.

10. Website Cookies and Tracking

Our website uses cookies and similar technologies to:

• Improve website functionality

• Analyze website performance

• Enhance user experience

Cookies do not provide access to your computer or personal data beyond what you voluntarily provide.

You may disable cookies through your browser settings.

11. Marketing Communications

With your consent, we may send:

• Inventory updates

• Promotions and special offers

• Dealership announcements

You may unsubscribe at any time using the unsubscribe link or by contacting us.

You will continue to receive transactional communications related to your vehicle purchase or financing.

12. Your Privacy Rights

Under Canadian privacy laws, you have the right to:

• Access your personal information

• Request correction of inaccurate information

• Withdraw consent

• Request information about how your data is used

• File a complaint with the Privacy Commissioner of Canada

• File a complaint with the Alberta Information and Privacy Commissioner

We will respond to requests within a reasonable timeframe as required by law.

13. Third-Party Websites

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for their privacy practices. Please review their privacy policies before providing personal information.

14. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in legal requirements or business practices.

The updated version will be posted on our website with the revised date.

15. Contact Information

If you have questions, requests, or concerns, please contact:

Art Auto Sales & Transport LTD
Lethbridge, Alberta, Canada
Email: artautosalesltd@gmail.com
Phone: +1 (587) 691-1101