This Cookie Policy explains how PCL Portal (“PCL Portal,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on www.partsofcanada.ca and any related pages, features, or services that link to this Cookie Policy collectively, the “Website”.

This Cookie Policy should be read together with our Privacy Policy. It explains what cookies are, how we use them, the types of cookies that may be used on the Website, and the choices available to you.

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are placed on your computer, mobile device, or other device when you visit a website. Cookies help websites function, remember user preferences, understand how visitors interact with the website, improve security, and support analytics or advertising activities.

Similar technologies may include pixels, tags, web beacons, local storage, software development kits, and other tracking technologies. In this Cookie Policy, we use the term “cookies” to refer to cookies and similar technologies.

Depending on the information collected and how it is used, cookies may collect information that is considered personal information under applicable Canadian privacy laws.

2. How We Use Cookies

We may use cookies and similar technologies for the following purposes:

• to operate the Website and provide core functionality;
• to maintain Website security and prevent fraud or misuse;
• to remember your preferences, such as language or region settings;
• to understand how visitors use the Website;
• to improve Website performance, functionality, and user experience;
• to measure the effectiveness of content, promotions, or advertising; and
• where permitted by law and based on your choices, to deliver or support relevant advertising.

We do not use cookies to collect sensitive personal information unless we have obtained your express consent or are otherwise permitted or required by law.

3. Consent and Your Choices

When you first visit the Website, we may present you with a cookie notice or preference tool that allows you to accept, reject, or manage certain categories of cookies, where required or appropriate.

Strictly necessary cookies may be used without your consent because they are required for the Website to function properly. For non-essential cookies, such as analytics, functionality, performance, or advertising cookies, we will rely on your consent where required by applicable law.

You may withdraw or change your cookie preferences at any time by using the cookie preference tool available on the Website, where provided, or by adjusting your browser settings. Please note that disabling certain cookies may affect the availability, functionality, or performance of some parts of the Website.

4. Types of Cookies We Use

4.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies

Strictly necessary cookies are essential for the Website to operate and cannot usually be disabled through our systems. These cookies enable core functions such as page navigation, security, fraud prevention, account access, shopping cart functionality, and other services you request.

These cookies do not track you for advertising purposes.

4.2 Performance and Analytics Cookies

Performance and analytics cookies help us understand how visitors interact with the Website. For example, they may help us identify which pages are visited most often, whether visitors encounter error messages, how users navigate the Website, and how the Website performs.

The information collected through these cookies may be aggregated or de-identified where possible. We use this information to improve the Website, diagnose technical issues, and enhance user experience.

4.3 Functionality Cookies

Functionality cookies allow the Website to remember choices you make and provide enhanced features. These may include remembering your language preferences, region, account settings, or other customizations.

If you disable functionality cookies, some features of the Website may not work as intended.

4.4 Advertising and Targeting Cookies

Advertising and targeting cookies may be used to understand your browsing activity, measure advertising performance, limit how often you see an advertisement, and deliver advertising that may be more relevant to your interests.

These cookies may be placed by us or by third-party advertising partners. They may collect information about your visits to our Website and other websites over time. Where required by applicable law, we will obtain your consent before using these cookies.

You can manage advertising and targeting cookies through our cookie preference tool, where available, and through your browser or device settings.

4.5 Third-Party Cookies

Some cookies on the Website may be placed or controlled by third parties, such as analytics providers, advertising networks, payment processors, social media platforms, security providers, or other service providers.

These third parties may use cookies to collect information about your use of the Website and other websites. Their use of cookies is governed by their own privacy and cookie policies. We encourage you to review the privacy and cookie notices of any third-party services you interact with.

5. Session and Persistent Cookies

Cookies may be either session cookies or persistent cookies.

Session cookies are temporary and are deleted when you close your browser. They help the Website operate during your visit, including by allowing you to move between pages securely and efficiently.

Persistent cookies remain on your device after you close your browser and are stored for a defined period of time or until you delete them. They help the Website remember your preferences, support analytics, and improve your future visits.

6. Managing Cookies Through Your Browser

Most browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You may be able to block cookies, delete existing cookies, receive alerts before cookies are placed, or limit certain types of tracking.

The method for managing cookies depends on your browser and device. Please consult your browser’s “Help,” “Settings,” or “Privacy” section for instructions.

You may also find general information about managing cookies at www.aboutcookies.org.

Please note that if you block or delete cookies, some parts of the Website may not function properly, and your preferences may need to be reset when you return to the Website.

7. Do Not Track and Global Privacy Controls

Some browsers or devices may offer “Do Not Track” or similar privacy signals. Because there is not yet a uniform legal or technical standard for responding to such signals in Canada, the Website may not respond to all such signals.

Where legally required or technically feasible, we will respect recognized preference signals or consent choices that apply to our Website.

8. Updates to This Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technologies, legal obligations, or Website functionality.

When we update this Cookie Policy, we will revise the “Effective Date” above. If we make material changes, we may provide additional notice where appropriate or required by law.