Last updated: February 2026
Overview
JustBalance.ca is committed to protecting the privacy of all visitors to this website. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and your rights with respect to your information — in compliance with the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA) and applicable provincial privacy legislation.
By using JustBalance.ca, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with any part of this policy, please do not use this website.
Information We Collect
Automatically Collected Information
When you visit JustBalance.ca, our servers automatically collect certain technical information, including your IP address, browser type, operating system, referring URL, pages visited, and the date and time of your visit. This information is used solely for the purpose of operating and improving the website and is not linked to any personally identifiable information.
Voluntarily Submitted Information
If you submit a testimonial, use the self-care assessment, or contact us directly, you may provide personal information such as your name, email address, law school, and year of study. This information is collected only with your explicit knowledge and consent.
Cookies
JustBalance.ca may use essential cookies to enable core functionality. We do not use advertising, tracking, or third-party analytics cookies. You may adjust your browser settings to refuse cookies; however, some parts of the site may not function correctly if cookies are disabled.
How We Use Your Information
Information collected by JustBalance.ca is used exclusively to:
- Operate and maintain the website
- Respond to inquiries submitted through the site
- Publish student stories and testimonials (with explicit consent)
- Improve website content and usability
- Comply with legal obligations
We do not sell, rent, trade, or otherwise transfer your personal information to third parties. We do not use your information for advertising purposes.
Consent
Where we collect personal information directly from you (e.g., through a form submission), we will clearly explain the purpose for which it is being collected and obtain your consent. You may withdraw consent at any time by contacting us, subject to legal or contractual restrictions.
Data Retention
We retain personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purpose for which it was collected, or as required by law. When information is no longer required, it is securely deleted or anonymized.
Security
We take reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect your information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. All data transmission through this site is encrypted via HTTPS. However, no internet transmission is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
Your Rights
Under PIPEDA, you have the right to:
- Know whether we hold personal information about you
- Access your personal information and request corrections
- Withdraw consent for the use of your personal information
- File a complaint with the Office of the Privacy Commissioner of Canada
External Links
JustBalance.ca contains links to external websites. This Privacy Policy applies only to JustBalance.ca. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any external sites you visit.
Children's Privacy
JustBalance.ca is intended for law students and legal educators, who are adults. We do not knowingly collect personal information from individuals under the age of 18.
Contact
For questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us via the information provided on this website. You may also contact the Office of the Privacy Commissioner of Canada if you believe your privacy rights have been violated.