PRIVACY POLICY
Welcome to 79north.ca, your trusted source for honest and comprehensive reviews of online casinos available to Canadian players. This Privacy Policy explains in detail how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your personal information when you visit our website. 79north.ca is fully committed to protecting your privacy in accordance with the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA), Canada’s Anti-Spam Legislation (CASL), Quebec’s Law 25, applicable provincial privacy legislation including PIPA in Alberta and British Columbia, and all other relevant Canadian federal and provincial laws.
1. Information We Collect
79north.ca collects various categories of information to provide you with the best possible experience when browsing our casino reviews, bonus guides, game tutorials, and gambling resources.
1.1 Information You Voluntarily Provide
| Data Category | Description and Examples |
| Contact Information | Name, email address, phone number when contacting us, subscribing to newsletters, or submitting feedback about casino reviews on 79north.ca |
| Account Credentials | Username, password, security questions, and profile settings when creating an account on 79north.ca |
| User-Generated Content | Comments, casino ratings, user reviews, forum posts, and feedback submitted through our platform |
| Communication Records | Messages sent via contact forms, customer support inquiries, email correspondence, and live chat transcripts |
| Survey & Research Data | Information provided when participating in surveys, polls, contests, or promotional activities related to gambling preferences |
| Preferences & Settings | Favourite casinos, saved searches, notification preferences, language settings, and display customization on 79north.ca |
1.2 Information Collected Automatically
- Device Information: Device type (desktop, laptop, smartphone, tablet), operating system and version, browser type and version, screen resolution, device identifiers, and hardware specifications.
- Network Data: IP address, Internet Service Provider (ISP), connection type (WiFi, cellular, broadband), and network configuration details.
- Geographic Location: Approximate location derived from IP address (typically province-level) to deliver relevant casino information and comply with Canadian gambling regulations.
- Browsing Behaviour: Pages visited on 79north.ca, time spent on each page, navigation paths, scroll depth, click patterns, casino reviews read, comparison tools used, and search queries.
- Referral Data: The website or search engine that referred you to 79north.ca, search terms used, and marketing campaign identifiers.
- Cookies & Tracking: Information collected through cookies, web beacons, pixels, local storage, and similar technologies (see our Cookie Policy below for details).
2. How We Use Your Information
| Purpose | How 79north.ca Uses Your Data |
| Service Delivery | Providing, maintaining, and continuously improving our casino review services, including personalized casino recommendations |
| Content Personalization | Tailoring casino reviews, bonus offers, game guides, and gambling content based on your location and demonstrated interests |
| Communication | Responding to your inquiries, sending newsletters you’ve subscribed to, notifying you about new casino reviews, bonus updates, and service announcements |
| Security & Protection | Protecting 79north.ca against unauthorized access, fraud, spam, abuse, malicious attacks, and cybersecurity threats |
| Analytics & Improvement | Analyzing usage patterns, measuring content effectiveness, conducting A/B testing, identifying trends, and improving overall user experience |
| Legal Compliance | Complying with Canadian gambling regulations, PIPEDA requirements, tax obligations, and responding to legal processes |
2.1 Legal Basis for Processing (PIPEDA Compliance)
- Express Consent: Newsletter subscriptions, marketing communications, non-essential cookies, participation in surveys and promotional activities.
- Implied Consent: Service delivery when you voluntarily provide information, account creation and management, responding to your direct inquiries.
- Legitimate Business Interests: Website security, fraud prevention, service improvement, analytics, and maintaining platform integrity.
- Legal Obligations: Compliance with PIPEDA, CASL, Quebec Law 25, provincial privacy laws, tax requirements, court orders, and legitimate requests from regulatory authorities.
3. Information Sharing and Disclosure
79north.ca does NOT sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties for marketing purposes. We may share your information only in the following limited circumstances:
| Recipient Category | Purpose and Data Shared |
| Cloud Hosting Providers | Secure Canadian and US-based data centres hosting 79north.ca infrastructure, databases, and storing website data |
| Analytics Services | Google Analytics, Hotjar, Microsoft Clarity, and similar platforms helping us understand user behaviour and improve our services |
| Email Marketing Providers | Email service providers delivering newsletters, transactional messages, and service communications to 79north.ca subscribers |
| CDN Services | Content delivery networks ensuring fast and reliable delivery of 79north.ca content to users across Canada and worldwide |
| Security Providers | Cybersecurity services protecting our website against DDoS attacks, malware, hacking attempts, and other threats |
| Casino Affiliate Partners | When you click casino links on 79north.ca, partners receive referral data (IP address, referring page) — each casino has its own privacy policy |
4. Data Security Measures
79north.ca implements comprehensive, industry-standard security measures to protect your personal information:
| Technical Safeguards | Administrative Controls | Physical Security |
| 256-bit SSL/TLS Encryption | Mandatory Privacy Training | SOC 2 Certified Data Centres |
| Web Application Firewall (WAF) | Role-Based Access Control | 24/7 Security Monitoring |
| DDoS Mitigation | Data Minimization Principles | Biometric Access Controls |
| Intrusion Detection Systems | Incident Response Procedures | Redundant Power & Cooling |
| Regular Penetration Testing | Vendor Security Assessments | Geographic Redundancy |
| Encrypted Data at Rest | Annual Security Audits | Disaster Recovery Systems |
5. Your Privacy Rights Under PIPEDA
Under PIPEDA and applicable provincial privacy laws, you have the following rights regarding your personal information held by 79north.ca:
| Your Right | What This Means for You |
| Right of Access | You may request a complete copy of all personal information held by 79north.ca and information about how it has been used and disclosed |
| Right to Correction | You may request correction of any inaccurate, incomplete, or outdated personal information we hold about you |
| Right to Withdraw Consent | You may withdraw your consent to the collection, use, or disclosure of your personal information at any time, subject to legal or contractual restrictions |
| Right to Deletion | You may request deletion of your personal information when there is no legitimate reason for us to continue processing it |
| Right to Data Portability | Under Quebec Law 25, you may request your personal information in a structured, commonly used, machine-readable format |
| Right to Complain | You may file a complaint with the Office of the Privacy Commissioner of Canada (priv.gc.ca) or your provincial privacy commissioner if you believe your rights have been violated |
To exercise any of these rights, contact us at [email protected]. 79north.ca will acknowledge your request within 10 business days and provide a substantive response within 30 days as required by PIPEDA.
6. Data Retention Periods
| Data Category | Retention Period | Legal Basis |
| User Account Information | Active account + 2 years | Service delivery |
| Newsletter Subscriptions | Until unsubscribe + 6 months | Consent / documentation |
| Analytics Data | 26 months | Legitimate interest |
| Server & Security Logs | 90 days | Security monitoring |
| Support Correspondence | 3 years | Legal protection |
| Financial/Tax Records | 7 years | CRA requirements |
7. International Data Transfers
While 79north.ca primarily stores and processes data in Canada, some of our service providers may be located in or process data in other jurisdictions (including the United States and European Union). When personal information is transferred outside Canada, we ensure appropriate contractual safeguards are in place requiring recipients to protect your information to standards comparable to Canadian privacy law.
8. Children’s Privacy Protection
79north.ca is intended exclusively for adults who have reached the legal gambling age in their province of residence. In Canada, the legal gambling age varies by province:
| 19+ Provinces/Territories | 18+ Provinces |
| British Columbia, New Brunswick, Newfoundland and Labrador, Nova Scotia, Northwest Territories, Nunavut, Ontario, Prince Edward Island, Saskatchewan, Yukon | Alberta, Manitoba, Quebec |
We do not knowingly collect personal information from anyone under the legal gambling age. If we learn we have inadvertently collected such information, we will promptly delete it and may take steps to close any associated account.
9. Contact Information
Website: 79north.ca
Privacy Inquiries: [email protected]
General Contact: [email protected]
Office of the Privacy Commissioner of Canada: priv.gc.ca | 1-800-282-1376
TERMS OF USE
79north.ca – Your Trusted Canadian Online Casino Guide
Last Updated: December 9, 2025
| META TITLE: Terms of Use | 79north.ca – Canadian Online Casino Reviews META DESCRIPTION: Review the complete Terms of Use for 79north.ca. Understand your rights and responsibilities when using our trusted Canadian online casino review platform. Must be of legal gambling age. |
Welcome to 79north.ca. These Terms of Use (“Terms”, “Agreement”) constitute a legally binding agreement between you (“User”, “you”, “your”) and 79north.ca (“we”, “us”, “our”) governing your access to and use of our website, including all content, features, and services offered. By using 79north.ca in any way, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms and our Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with these Terms, you must immediately discontinue use of our website.
1. Acceptance of Terms
- You have read and understood these Terms in their entirety before using the website
- You agree to be legally bound by these Terms and all applicable Canadian federal and provincial laws
- You meet all eligibility requirements specified in Section 2 of these Terms
- You have the legal capacity to enter into binding agreements under Canadian law
- Your use of 79north.ca does not violate any applicable laws in your jurisdiction
2. Eligibility Requirements
| Requirement | Details |
| Minimum Age (19+ or 18+) | You must be of legal gambling age in your province: 19+ in BC, NB, NL, NS, NWT, NU, ON, PE, SK, YT; 18+ in AB, MB, QC |
| Legal Capacity | You must have the legal capacity to enter into binding agreements under Canadian law |
| Geographic Location | You must be accessing 79north.ca from a jurisdiction where viewing online gambling content is legal |
| No Self-Exclusion | You must not be currently self-excluded from gambling services in Canada or any other jurisdiction |
| No Prior Termination | You must not have been previously banned, suspended, or terminated from 79north.ca |
3. Nature of Our Services
79north.ca is an informational website that provides the following services for Canadian users:
- Comprehensive Casino Reviews: Honest, unbiased reviews of online casinos available to Canadian players, covering games, bonuses, payment methods, security, licensing, customer support, and overall user experience.
- Bonus & Promotion Guides: Detailed information about welcome bonuses, free spins, no-deposit offers, loyalty programs, VIP rewards, cashback deals, and promotional campaigns from various online casinos.
- Educational Resources: Guides about casino games (slots, blackjack, roulette, baccarat, poker, live dealer games), betting strategies, RTP explanations, and responsible gambling practices.
- Casino Comparison Tools: Features enabling you to compare different casinos based on criteria such as payout percentages, game variety, licensing jurisdiction, and payment options.
- Industry News & Updates: Coverage of Canadian gambling industry developments, new casino launches, regulatory changes, software provider news, and market trends.
| ⚠️ CRITICAL DISCLAIMERS — PLEASE READ CAREFULLY 1. NOT A GAMBLING OPERATOR: 79north.ca is NOT an online casino and does not offer any gambling services. We do not accept bets, deposits, or process gambling transactions. 2. AFFILIATE DISCLOSURE: 79north.ca participates in affiliate marketing programs. We may receive commissions when you click casino links and subsequently register or deposit. This financial relationship helps us provide free content but does not influence the honesty of our reviews. 3. NO GUARANTEES: We cannot guarantee the accuracy of third-party casino information, bonus availability, payout rates, terms, or promotional offers. Casino offers may change without notice. 4. INDEPENDENT DECISIONS: Your decision to gamble is solely your responsibility. 79north.ca is not liable for any losses incurred at online casinos or decisions made based on our content. 5. GAMBLING INVOLVES RISK: Online gambling involves significant financial risk. You should only gamble with money you can afford to lose. Never chase losses and always gamble responsibly. |
4. Prohibited Activities
| Category | Prohibited Activities |
| Fraud & Deception | Identity theft, impersonation, creating fake/multiple accounts, submitting false reviews or ratings, coordinating bonus abuse |
| Security Violations | Hacking attempts, DDoS attacks, uploading malware/viruses/trojans, circumventing security measures, unauthorized system access |
| Data Harvesting | Using bots, scrapers, crawlers, or automated tools to collect data without express written permission |
| Spam & Advertising | Unsolicited advertising, promoting competing services, pyramid/MLM schemes, excessive self-promotion, affiliate link spam |
| Harassment & Abuse | Threatening, abusive, defamatory, discriminatory, hateful, or offensive content directed at staff or other users |
| Illegal Content | Posting content that violates Canadian law, promoting illegal gambling, sharing copyrighted material without authorization |
| Minor Access | Allowing anyone under the legal gambling age to access 79north.ca through your account, devices, or network |
5. Intellectual Property Rights
- Copyright: All text, graphics, logos, images, videos, audio clips, data compilations, and software on 79north.ca are the exclusive property of 79north.ca or our licensors and are protected under the Copyright Act (Canada) and international treaties.
- Trademarks: The 79north.ca name, logo, slogans, and all related branding elements are trademarks of 79north.ca and may not be used without express written permission.
- Database Rights: Our casino databases, comparison tools, review compilations, and aggregated information are protected as compilations and databases.
- Limited License: You are granted a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable, revocable license to access and use 79north.ca for personal, non-commercial purposes only.
6. Disclaimer of Warranties
THE WEBSITE AND ALL CONTENT, SERVICES, AND FEATURES ARE PROVIDED “AS IS” AND “AS AVAILABLE” WITHOUT ANY WARRANTIES. TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY CANADIAN LAW, 79north.ca EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMS ALL WARRANTIES INCLUDING:
- IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE
- WARRANTIES OF NON-INFRINGEMENT OF THIRD-PARTY INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY RIGHTS
- WARRANTIES OF UNINTERRUPTED, ERROR-FREE, OR SECURE OPERATION
- WARRANTIES OF ACCURACY, RELIABILITY, COMPLETENESS, OR TIMELINESS OF CONTENT
- WARRANTIES OF RESULTS FROM USING OUR REVIEWS OR RECOMMENDATIONS
7. Limitation of Liability
TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE CANADIAN LAW, IN NO EVENT SHALL 79north.ca, ITS DIRECTORS, EMPLOYEES, AGENTS, OR AFFILIATES BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES. OUR TOTAL AGGREGATE LIABILITY SHALL NOT EXCEED CAD $100 (ONE HUNDRED CANADIAN DOLLARS).
8. Responsible Gambling
| 🎲 RESPONSIBLE GAMBLING GUIDELINES • Set strict personal limits on time and money allocated for gambling before you start playing • NEVER gamble with money you cannot afford to lose — only use disposable income • View gambling strictly as entertainment, NOT as a way to make money or solve financial problems • Never chase losses — accept them and walk away when you’ve reached your limit • Take regular breaks and avoid gambling when tired, stressed, intoxicated, or emotionally upset • Learn to recognize warning signs of problem gambling in yourself and others • Use responsible gambling tools: deposit limits, loss limits, session limits, reality checks • Consider self-exclusion programs if gambling becomes problematic CANADIAN RESOURCES: ConnexOntario 1-866-531-2600 | Responsible Gambling Council (responsiblegambling.org) | Gambling Therapy (gamblingtherapy.org) | CCSA (ccsa.ca) | Provincial helplines available across Canada |
9. Governing Law and Dispute Resolution
- Governing Law: These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the Province of Ontario and the federal laws of Canada applicable therein.
- Informal Resolution: First attempt good-faith negotiation by contacting us at [email protected]
- Mediation: If unresolved within 30 days, parties agree to non-binding mediation
- Binding Arbitration: If mediation fails, disputes will be resolved by binding arbitration in Toronto, Ontario under the Arbitration Act, 1991 (Ontario)
- Language: All proceedings shall be conducted in English
10. General Provisions
- Severability: If any provision is deemed invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.
- Waiver: Our failure to enforce any right or provision shall not constitute a waiver of that right or provision.
- Entire Agreement: These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy and Cookie Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and 79north.ca.
- Assignment: You may not assign these Terms without our consent. We may assign our rights and obligations without restriction.
- Force Majeure: We are not liable for delays or failures due to circumstances beyond our reasonable control.
11. Contact Information
Website: 79north.ca
Legal Inquiries: [email protected]
Support: [email protected]
General Contact: [email protected]
