Effective Date: January 2026
This Cookie Policy explains how Color Connection (“we,” “us,” “our”) uses cookies and similar technologies when you visit colorconnection.ca (the “Website”).
This Cookie Policy should be read together with our Privacy Policy, which explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect personal information in accordance with applicable Canadian and Québec privacy legislation.
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files placed on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile phone) when you visit a website. They help websites function properly, improve user experience, remember preferences, and provide insights into how the site is used.
Cookies may be:
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Session cookies (deleted when you close your browser), or
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Persistent cookies (stored on your device for a set period or until deleted).
Why We Use Cookies
We use cookies and similar technologies to:
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Ensure the Website functions correctly
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Improve usability and accessibility
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Remember your preferences (such as language or region)
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Understand how visitors interact with our Website
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Support security and fraud prevention
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Deliver content and services effectively
We do not use cookies to identify you personally without your consent.
Types of Cookies We Use
Essential Cookies (Always Active)
These cookies are necessary for the Website to function properly and cannot be disabled through our systems.
They are used to:
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Enable core site functionality
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Maintain security
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Manage form submissions
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Remember cookie consent preferences
Legal basis: Required for the performance of the Website and permitted under Quebec Law 25 without consent.
Functional Cookies
These cookies allow the Website to remember choices you make and provide enhanced, more personalized features.
Examples include:
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Remembering language preferences (English/French)
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Saving accessibility or display settings
Consent required: Yes (except where strictly necessary).
Analytics & Performance Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors use our Website so we can improve functionality, content, and user experience.
They may collect information such as:
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Pages visited
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Time spent on pages
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Browser type and device information
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General geographic location (non-precise)
Analytics data is aggregated and anonymized where possible.
Consent required: Yes (opt-in for Quebec residents).
Marketing & Third-Party Cookies (If Applicable)
These cookies may be set by third-party services we use (such as email platforms, embedded media, or social integrations) to:
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Measure campaign effectiveness
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Enable embedded content (e.g., videos, forms)
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Support limited promotional activities
We do not sell personal information and do not engage in behavioral advertising targeted at vulnerable populations.
Consent required: Yes.
Cookie Consent (Quebec Law 25 Compliance)
In accordance with Quebec’s Law 25, we:
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Obtain clear, informed consent before placing non-essential cookies
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Provide a cookie banner or preference center allowing you to:
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Accept all cookies
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Reject non-essential cookies
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Customize cookie preferences
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Allow you to withdraw or modify consent at any time
Your consent choices are recorded and respected.
Managing or Disabling Cookies
You can manage cookies in several ways:
Through Our Website
You may adjust your cookie preferences at any time via our cookie settings or consent banner (if available).
Through Your Browser
Most browsers allow you to:
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View cookies
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Delete cookies
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Block cookies entirely
Please note that disabling essential cookies may affect Website functionality.
Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies may be placed by third-party service providers that help us operate the Website (e.g., analytics, email services, embedded tools).
These third parties are contractually required to:
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Use information only for authorized purposes
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Protect personal information
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Comply with applicable privacy laws
We recommend reviewing their respective privacy and cookie policies.
Retention of Cookie Data
Cookie data is retained only for as long as necessary to fulfill its purpose or as required by law. Retention periods vary depending on the type of cookie used.
Children’s Privacy
Our Website is not directed at children under the age of 14. We do not knowingly collect personal information through cookies from minors without parental or guardian consent.
Changes to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect legal, technical, or operational changes. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised “Last updated” date.
Contact Information
If you have questions about this Cookie Policy or our privacy practices, you may contact us at:
Color Connection
📧 Email: privacy@colorconnection.ca
🌐 Website: https://colorconnection.ca
Color Connection is designed with accessibility in mind and aims to align with the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.2 Level AA where reasonably possible.
If you experience any difficulty accessing content or would like information provided in an alternative format, please contact us and we will do our best to help.
Accessibility Help & Common Questions
Clear answers about cookies, consent, and your choices
What are cookies, in simple terms?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They help the website function properly, remember preferences, and understand how the site is used.
Does Color Connection use cookies?
Yes. Color Connection uses cookies and similar technologies to support essential website functionality and, with consent, to improve performance and user experience.
Are cookies required to use the website?
Some cookies are essential and required for the website to function securely and correctly. Optional cookies are not required and are used only with your consent.
What is the difference between essential and optional cookies?
Essential cookies support core functions such as security, navigation, and consent management.
Optional cookies (such as analytics or third-party integrations) help us understand site usage or support embedded content and are used only if you choose to allow them.
Do cookies collect personal information?
Cookies may collect limited technical information such as browser type, device information, or pages viewed. This information does not directly identify you unless combined with other data and is used only for legitimate business purposes.
How does consent work for cookies?
We collect, use, and disclose information through cookies with your knowledge and consent, except where permitted or required by law. You can accept, refuse non-essential cookies, or customize your preferences at any time.
Can I change or withdraw my cookie consent later?
Yes. You can change or withdraw your consent at any time by adjusting your cookie preferences through the cookie settings available on our website.
What happens if I refuse non-essential cookies?
Refusing non-essential cookies will not prevent you from using the website. Some features, such as analytics or embedded content, may be limited, but core functionality will remain available.
Does Color Connection use third-party cookies?
Some cookies may be placed by trusted third-party service providers that help operate the website, such as analytics or embedded tools. These providers are contractually required to protect information and use it only for authorized purposes.
Are cookies used for advertising or selling personal information?
No. Color Connection does not sell personal information and does not use cookies for targeted advertising directed at vulnerable populations.
Are cookies stored outside of Canada or Québec?
Some service providers may store or process information outside of Québec or Canada. When this occurs, we take reasonable steps to ensure the information receives a level of protection comparable to that required under applicable privacy laws.
How long are cookies kept?
Cookies are retained only for as long as necessary to fulfill their purpose or to meet legal or regulatory requirements. When no longer required, they are securely deleted or anonymized.
Are cookies used on children?
Our website is intended for adults. We do not knowingly collect personal information through cookies from children under the age of 13.
Where can I learn more about how my information is protected?
For more details about how we collect, use, and protect personal information, please review our Privacy Policy
Who can I contact if I have questions about cookies or privacy?
If you have questions about cookies, consent, or privacy practices, you can contact Color Connection using the contact information provided in this policy.