Privacy Policy

At McBids Auctioneers & Appraisers Inc., your privacy matters to us.
We are committed to protecting the personal information you share with us and ensuring it is handled responsibly, securely, and in compliance with Canadian privacy legislation, including PIPEDA (Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act).

1. Information We Collect

We collect only the information necessary to operate our business and provide auction services, including:

  • Contact details such as your name, address, phone number, and email address

  • Payment information for processing purchases (e.g., credit card, e-transfer details)

  • Account and bidding activity when you register and participate in our auctions

  • Optional information you choose to provide when contacting or working with us

2. How We Use Your Information

Your information is used for purposes directly related to our auction and appraisal operations, including:

  • Processing registrations, bids, payments, and invoices

  • Communicating about upcoming sales, pickups, or important auction updates

  • Sending newsletters or promotional information (you may unsubscribe anytime)

  • Maintaining business records and complying with applicable laws

We will never sell or rent your information to third parties.

3. Sharing of Information

We only share your information when necessary to complete transactions or provide services.
This may include:

  • Payment processors such as Square or your financial institution

  • Shippers or contractors when authorized by you

  • Legal authorities when required by law

Each third-party partner is required to maintain privacy standards equal to our own.

4. Security of Information

We use appropriate administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your information from unauthorized access, misuse, or disclosure.
Your information is stored securely on password-protected systems and transmitted only through encrypted or secure channels.

5. Your Choices and Rights

You may:

  • Access and correct your personal information at any time

  • Request removal from our marketing communications

  • Withdraw consent for certain uses of your data (subject to legal and contractual restrictions)

To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information below.

6. Cookies and Online Data

Our website may use cookies or similar technologies to improve your browsing experience, analyze site traffic, and personalize content. You can disable cookies through your browser settings if preferred.

7. Retention of Information

We retain your information only as long as necessary to fulfill business and legal obligations, after which it is securely destroyed or anonymized.

8. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your information, please contact us.