Cookie Policy

Allard, Allard & Associés (“AA&A”, “we”, “us” or “our”) deem it essential to inform you clearly and transparently about the use of cookies prior to your visit to the website https://allard-allard.ca/en/ (hereinafter, the “Website”). This Cookie Policy describes the information that AA&A may collect, as well as how it may be used. AA&A will not collect any information that would make it possible to identify you by name, either directly or indirectly, unless you provide it voluntarily using the appropriate information forms.

1. What is a cookie?

A cookie is a small text file stored on the hard disk of your device (computer, tablet, smartphone) via browser software when online services are consulted. Cookies are widely used; they are designed to ensure the proper functioning of websites or to enhance the browsing experience. They also provide site owners with certain types of information, particularly as regards audience measurement.

Cookies do not cause damage to devices. They facilitate the processes of verifying preferences, pre-filling certain information fields and adapting the service content of the site being consulted. This data is used to improve usability and services, in line with your interests.

2. What types of cookies do we use and how do we use them?

The information collected via cookies helps us to analyze website usage patterns and to enhance the browsing experience. Cookies are only retained for the period of time required to achieve the relevant objectives set out in this Cookie Policy, in particular for marketing and statistical purposes.

Session cookies are temporary cookies that remain on your device until you close your web browser. Many session cookies are essential for the proper functioning of our website because they typically enable users to navigate our Website and use its features.

Persistent cookies remain on your device after you close your browser or until you delete them manually (in the former case, the cookie’s duration or “lifetime” depends on the specific cookie and on your browser parameters). These cookies help us to recognize you as an existing user of our website. Therefore, it is easier and more practical to revisit our website or interact with our services without having to start again from scratch. In addition, persistent cookies help us to recognize you when you consult a resource belonging to our website from another website or application (such as an ad) and help us to record information on your web browsing habits during the persistent cookie’s lifetime.

3. Cookies used

Strictly necessary cookies: These cookies are strictly necessary for the proper functioning of our website and for the accessibility of our services (e.g., log-in function, load balancing, navigation, filling out forms). The website may not function correctly without these cookies.

Statistical cookies: Statistical cookies shed light on how visitors interact with our website by collecting and communicating information anonymously.

4. How do users accept or refuse cookies?

When it comes to managing cookies and your choices, each browser has a different configuration. Your configuration parameters are described in your browser’s help menu, which provides information on how to modify your cookie preferences. Adjusting the configuration parameters may affect your web browsing experience, as well as your conditions for accessing certain services requiring the use of cookies.

You may configure your devices to accept all cookies, to inform you when a cookie is being stored or to reject all cookies. The last option, however, may have certain consequences, e.g., customized services may not be provided. As a result, you might not be able to benefit fully from all of the Website’s features.

If you do not wish to receive cookies in general or would like to reject certain cookies only, you can make the appropriate browser parameter modifications.

Instructions in this regard are provided on the website of each browser:

• For Microsoft Edge

• For Firefox

• For Safari

• For Google Chrome

For other browsers not mentioned above, please feel free to consult the “how to manage cookies” resources available online.

You can also consult the link below for an overview on how to block or delete cookies on the most popular browsers: https://www.allaboutcookies.org.

5. Contact us

An indicative list of the cookies used on this Website is provided below.

If you have any questions or would like additional information on this Cookie Policy, please email: privacy@allard-allard.ca

Type: Strictly necessary cookies

General description: These cookies are strictly necessary for the proper functioning of our website and for the accessibility of our services (e.g., log-in function, load balancing, navigation, completing forms). The website may not function correctly without these cookies.

Cookie type: Statistical cookies

Description: These cookies shed light on how visitors interact with our website by collecting and communicating information anonymously.

Last updated: May 1, 2023