Privacy Policy
Bayanihan Therapy is committed to protecting the privacy, confidentiality, and security of personal information and personal health information collected through our website and clinic operations.
We recognize the importance of privacy and are committed to complying with applicable privacy laws in Manitoba, including The Personal Health Information Act (PHIA).
Information We Collect
Our website may collect limited personal information voluntarily submitted by visitors through contact forms, appointment requests, email communications, or other inquiries. This may include:
Names
Email address
Phone number
Information voluntarily provided in messages or forms
Our website may also automatically collect certain technical information, including:
IP address
Browser type
Device information
Pages visited
Website usage statistics
Please do not submit sensitive medical or personal health information through general website contact forms unless specifically instructed to do so.
Personal Health Information
As an occupational therapy clinic, we may collect personal health information during the course of providing assessment, treatment, or related healthcare services.
Personal health information may include:
Health history
Assessment results
Treatment records
Referral information
Appointment history
Billing or insurance information
This information is collected, used, and disclosed only as necessary to provide healthcare services, meet legal and regulatory obligations, and support clinic operations in accordance with applicable laws.
How Information Is Used
Information collected may be used to:
Respond to inquiries
Schedule appointments
Provide occupational therapy services
Maintain patient records
Communicate regarding care or clinic services
Improve website functionality and user experience
Meet legal, regulatory, and professional obligations
We do not sell or rent personal information or personal health information to third parties.
Consent
By using our website or providing information to our clinic, you consent to the collection, use, and disclosure of information as described in this Privacy Policy, subject to applicable legal requirements. Patients may withdraw consent where permitted by law, although doing so may affect our ability to provide certain services.
Protection of Information
We take reasonable administrative, physical, and technical safeguards to protect personal information and personal health information from unauthorized access, loss, theft, misuse, or disclosure. Access to patient information is limited to authorized individuals who require the information to perform their duties.
Retention of Information
Records are retained in accordance with applicable healthcare regulations, professional standards, and legal requirements. When information is no longer required, it is securely destroyed or anonymized as appropriate.
Cookies and Website Analytics
Our website may use cookies or analytics tools to help us understand website usage and improve performance. These technologies do not intentionally identify individual users. Users may disable cookies through their browser settings; however, some website features may not function properly.
Third-Party Websites
Our website may contain links to external websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of third-party websites.
Access and Correction Requests
Individuals may request access to their personal information or personal health information and request corrections where appropriate, subject to applicable legal limitations.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Updated versions will be posted on this page with the effective date noted below.
Effective Date: 2026-06-11
Contact Information
If you have questions regarding this Privacy Policy or the handling of personal information, please contact:
Bayanihan Therapy
Justin Monton
bayanihantherapy@gmail.com