Privacy Policy

Updated on July 17th, 2024

The adoption of Bill 25 by the Quebec government promotes transparency for businesses regarding data collection and provides citizens with better control over their personal information. Several measures ensure enhanced privacy protection for individuals while taking into account today’s technological landscape.

To meet the requirements of the law and mitigate the risks of infringing on visitors’ right to privacy on this website, we commit to respecting the confidentiality of the personal information we collect through the implementation of various measures outlined on this page.

The data and personal information we use and/or collect are gathered through the visitor’s interaction with the website at various levels. Some data is only used temporarily to enhance the browsing experience, while others may be retained for the purpose of data analysis, tracking, or archiving.

Temporary usage of browsing data

In order to enhance the browsing experience on this website, certain implemented features will temporarily store various non-personal information anonymously for the duration of the visit to provide a personalized and better-adapted experience.

  • Required functionalities (language choice, data collection preferences, etc.)
  • Preferences (font size, theme choices, currencies, etc.)
  • Additional features (IP address-based geolocation, search filters, etc.)

Anonymous collection of browsing data

Continuing our aim to enhance the browsing experience on this website, certain implemented features collect various non-personal information anonymously for an indefinite duration for various purposes.

  • Statistics (Google Analytics, Google Tag Manager, Hotjar, etc.)
  • Advertising tracking (remarketing, pixels, etc.)
  • Miscellaneous tools (error tracking, security, etc.)

Collection of personal information

Certain sections of the website implicitly require the collection and indefinite usage of various personal data to provide associated intended functionalities. The act of using these different sections of the website and providing requested personal information thus implies the explicit consent of the visitor regarding the collection and usage of the same personal data.

  • Forms
  • Login/Account creation
  • Online purchases
  • GPS geolocation
  • Newsletter signup

Right to object

It should be noted that it is always possible to refuse the collection and/or usage of data or personal information by the website.

To do so, it is simply suggested not to interact with the features that involve such collection or not to browse the website if the collection or usage of data and personal information is problematic.

Right to access, modify, and withdraw

Please note that it is always possible to access the data or personal information that has been collected in order to view, modify, or even have it withdrawn.

To do so, please contact our Data Protection Officer directly.

Security

The data and personal information we collect are kept in a secure environment. Our team members are required to uphold the confidentiality and security of this information.

We are committed to maintaining a high standard of confidentiality by incorporating the latest technological innovations to ensure the security of the data and personal information collected or used by the website. However, as no mechanism is perfect, the act of browsing the website and providing personal information implies the visitor’s explicit consent regarding the associated risks.

Data protection officer

For any questions related to the collection and use of data and personal information, as well as the security, protection, and confidentiality of this information, or to make a request for access, modification, or withdrawal, please contact:

Data Protection Officer
upadi@upadi.ca

Changes

Please note that this privacy policy may change at any time to reflect, for example, changes in practices or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons.

Martin Caron
A Word from the President

A famous journalist and writer once said, "To engage is first to attempt to speak to others." And I can attest to that! In the early 1980s, a colleague invited me to a meeting of the group The Future Professionals of Agriculture. It was at that moment that I truly understood how my situation, in many ways, was similar others.

This openness toward others continued over time. I realized, through each of my engagements, that advocating for change and improvement first requires talking about it. This is how we can identify what unites people, their shared challenges, and the potential solutions.

The 100th anniversary of the Union of Agricultural Producers (UPA) in 2024 is an opportunity to celebrate this great sense of community. The 30th anniversary of UPA International Development (UPA DI) in 2023 was equally significant. In both cases, the gathering of individuals driven by an unwavering desire for openness and change has led to great achievements, in Quebec and around the world.

This commitment is invaluable, not only for Quebec's agricultural sector but for every community directly or indirectly impacted by the expertise, willpower, and know-how of our organization. It is with great pride that I have taken on the presidency this year, and I invite you to read and enjoy this year’s report.

Hugo Beauregard-Langelier
A Word from the Secretary-General

Whether we live on sand clay, or snow, there are individuals who make the decision to act in solidarity. This commitment is what has driven UPA International Development (UPA DI) from its creation in 1993 to the present day. Initiated by farmers cultivating the lands of Quebec and later enriched by their sisters and brothers in Africa, the Caribbean, Latin America, and Asia, the dedication of these individuals to international solidarity and family farming has enabled UPA DI to grow. Although UPA DI's past is filled with success stories, the future global context in which we will operate suggests many challenges.

If agriculture has been the foundation of our civilizations, its current trajectory is concerning. Until 2019, living standards, health, and education worldwide showed steady growth. But starting in 2020, these indicators began to decline for the first time in nearly 30 years. It is difficult to judge history as it happens, , but the multiplication of global crises, the rise of inequalities, the erosion of civil liberties, and the expansion of artificial intelligence are all signs of significant upheavals ahead.

Despite this global uncertainty, , the engagement of those who grow our food and seek to live with dignity is essential.  Family-owned businesses remain the dominant model, contributing both to the vitality of rural areas and the food supply of cities. Whether in Europe, Africa, Asia, or Quebec, agricultural families around the world have demonstrated their ability to mobilize and commit to more sustainable food systems. It is within this commitment that UPA DI finds its purpose.

Consent on data tracking

Your privacy is important to us. By using this site, you agree to data tracking as described in our Privacy Policy.

Necessary data

The tracking of certain data is required for the operation of the website and therefore cannot be deactivated: choice of language, consent and preference on data tracking, etc.

Mandatory

Optional data

In return, the tracking of certain data is optional and requires your consent: collect statistics on traffic, analyze visitors’ journeys to improve the functioning of the website, offer personalized offers, etc.