GIC Platform

Privacy Policy

Effective Date: January 1, 2026

EasyGIC is a product of GIChub Corp.

EasyGIC is a digital platform that enables individuals and organizations to apply for and manage Guaranteed Investment Certificates (GICs) issued by regulated Canadian financial institutions. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard personal information in accordance with Canada's Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA).

Our Responsibility

We are responsible for personal information under our control and maintain administrative, technical, and organizational safeguards to protect it.

Information We Collect

  • Contact details (name, email, phone, address)
  • Identity documents for verification purposes
  • Financial information related to GIC applications
  • Beneficiary details
  • Transaction records
  • Verification data provided by compliance partners

Why We Collect It

We collect personal information for the following purposes:

  • Identity verification and Know Your Client (KYC) compliance
  • Regulatory compliance, including FINTRAC obligations
  • Fraud prevention and detection
  • Submission and processing of GIC applications
  • Account management and customer service
  • Communications about your account and investments

We do not collect personal information for purposes unrelated to platform operations, compliance, or the facilitation of GIC applications and related financial products.

Access & Disclosure

Access to personal information is restricted to authorized personnel and service providers on a need-to-know basis.

We may disclose information to the following parties where required:

  • Financial institutions issuing GIC products
  • Identity verification providers
  • Payment processors
  • Compliance and screening partners
  • Regulators, as required by law

How We Protect Your Data

We use industry-standard security measures including encryption, multi-factor authentication, role-based access controls, and comprehensive audit logging to protect your personal information.

Your Rights

You may request access to or correction of your personal information. Requests will be responded to within 30 days.

Privacy Officer

For questions or requests regarding your personal information, contact our Privacy Officer at Compliance@GIChub.com