Privacy Policy

Policy Effective Date: 2025-08-01



Introduction


Hawkeye Wealth understands the importance of safeguarding your privacy and the information you provide. This privacy statement explains:


  • What personal information we collect
  • How we collect and use it
  • Who we may share it with
  • Your rights to access or delete your data


If you have questions, contact us at info@hawkeyewealth.com (attention: Chief Compliance Officer).


Note: Our website contains links to external sites not affiliated with Hawkeye Wealth. These sites have their own privacy policies. Hawkeye Wealth is not responsible for their content or practices.

What Personal Information Do We Collect?


We may collect:

  • Name, address, email, and phone number
  • Accredited Investor status
  • Website and email activity (clicks, scrolls, device/browser, IP, etc.)
  • Event data (poll responses, attentiveness, questions)
  • Know-Your-Client (KYC) information
  • Financial details (income, net worth, investment account details)
  • Personal details (ID, marital status, DOB, spouse info, SIN)
  • Corporate/entity data (incorporation docs, trust info, directors)
  • Other sensitive info (POA, political affiliations, etc.)

Why Do We Collect It?


We collect this information to:

  • Provide investment services (KYC, communications)
  • Conduct marketing and analytics (website/email behavior)
  • Offer customer and administrative support
  • Improve our website and operations
  • Comply with legal requirements (e.g. AML, privacy laws, securities regulations)

Hawkeye Wealth is regulated by various Canadian securities commissions. We may be required to share client data for:

  • Regulatory audits and reviews
  • Legal investigations or enforcement actions
  • Required reporting to securities authorities or marketplaces


Note: If you decline consent to collect, use, or disclose personal information, we cannot maintain your account. Maintaining an account with us implies your consent.

Legal Basis for Processing


We rely on:

  • Consent — when you sign up, fill out forms, or engage with us
  • Legal obligations — compliance with laws and regulations
  • Legitimate interests — to improve services and manage our operations

How Do We Collect It?


  • Indirectly through cookies and usage tracking (mostly anonymized)
  • Directly through forms, in-person meetings, emails, or video calls
  • Public sources (e.g. registries, company websites)
  • Third-party referrals with your prior consent


We use cookies to track usage data. Most browsers accept cookies by default, but you can manage or withdraw your cookie consent by changing your browser settings. Our website uses Google Analytics; read Google’s Privacy Policy for more details.

Where Is It Stored and Who Has Access?


  • We use cloud-based software providers with servers in the U.S., subject to U.S. laws including the Patriot Act. Your data may be accessible to U.S. authorities under applicable legislation.
  • Local encrypted backups are managed by Hawkeye Wealth staff
  • Access is strictly limited to team members with a legitimate need
  • Sensitive data (KYC Information) is restricted to licensed employees under confidentiality agreements

How Is It Secured?


  • Our software vendors meet industry security standards (e.g., SOC 2, ISO 27001 where applicable)
  • Vendors use proprietary systems to regularly test and update security
  • We conduct regular audits and vendor reviews
  • Internally, access is password-controlled and monitored


In the event of a data breach posing a risk of significant harm, we will notify affected individuals and relevant authorities as required by law.


Who Do We Share It With?


We only share data with:

  • Referral partners, when you’ve given consent
  • Investment issuers to fulfill your investment instructions
  • Software vendors (data processors with security protocols)
  • Trust companies, with your consent, to set up accounts
  • Acquiring companies, in case of a business sale or merger
  • Others, if you've given express consent


We never sell your information.

How Long Do We Keep It?


We retain your information as long as required by applicable laws (e.g. AML, Securities Act) and compliance standards.

Children and GDPR Data


We do not collect data from children under 16 or from EU residents. If you believe we have received such data in error, contact us to request its deletion.

Your Rights


You can:

  • Access the personal data we hold on you
  • Correct inaccurate or outdated information
  • Request deletion (unless we’re legally required to keep it)


To do so, contact our Chief Compliance Officer at info@hawkeyewealth.com.

GDPR-Specific Rights


If GDPR applies to you, you have the right to:

  • Access and receive a copy of your personal data
  • Correct incomplete or inaccurate data
  • Request deletion or stop processing
  • Object to processing for legitimate interest purposes
  • Withdraw consent at any time
  • Request data portability
  • File a complaint with a supervisory authority

Telemarketing and the National Do Not Call List


If we contact you by telephone, we comply with Canada's National Do Not Call List (DNCL) regulations. You have the right to request that your number be added to our internal do-not-call list.


To request removal from our calling list, contact us at info@hawkeyewealth.com.



Details on our internal communication and Do Not Contact policies are maintained as part of our internal compliance procedures.

Changes to This Policy


We may update this policy occasionally. If changes significantly affect your rights, we will notify you via email. Please check back periodically for the latest version.