Who We Are
Corvax Financial is operated by John P. Sao Miguel, a registered Exempt Market Dealing Representative in the Province of Alberta. References to "we," "us," or "our" in this policy refer to Corvax Financial and John P. Sao Miguel in his capacity as operator.
For privacy inquiries, contact us at: info@corvaxfinancial.com
What Personal Information We Collect
We may collect the following categories of personal information:
- Contact information: name, email address, phone number
- Financial information: investor status (accredited or eligible), investment objectives, risk tolerance, and financial circumstances collected as part of our regulatory know-your-client obligations
- Identity verification information: government-issued identification, as required by applicable securities regulations and anti-money laundering legislation
- Communications: records of correspondence, meeting notes, and transaction records
- Website usage data: anonymous analytics data about how visitors use our website, including pages viewed and time spent
Why We Collect Personal Information
We collect personal information for the following purposes:
- To respond to inquiries submitted through our contact form
- To fulfill our regulatory obligations as an Exempt Market Dealing Representative, including know-your-client (KYC) and suitability assessments required under securities legislation
- To comply with anti-money laundering and anti-terrorist financing requirements under the Proceeds of Crime (Money Laundering) and Terrorist Financing Act
- To communicate with you regarding investment opportunities, account updates, and regulatory matters
- To improve the functionality and content of our website
Legal Basis for Collection
We collect personal information with your knowledge and consent, or where collection is permitted or required by law. In many cases, the collection of personal information is required by securities regulation and we cannot provide dealing representative services without it.
How We Use and Disclose Your Information
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties. We may share your information only in the following circumstances:
- Regulatory bodies: We may be required to disclose information to the Alberta Securities Commission, FINTRAC, or other regulatory authorities as required by law
- Issuers: Where you proceed with an investment, we may share necessary information with the issuer of the securities as required to complete the transaction
- Service providers: We use Formspree to process contact form submissions. Their privacy policy governs the handling of data submitted through that service
- Legal proceedings: We may disclose information where required by court order or other legal process
Retention of Personal Information
We retain personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, and as required by applicable securities regulation. Under Alberta Securities Commission rules, dealing representatives are generally required to maintain client records for a minimum of seven years following the last transaction.
Cookies and Website Analytics
Our website may use cookies and basic analytics tools to understand how visitors use the site. This data is collected anonymously and is not linked to individual identities. You can decline cookies using the consent banner displayed on your first visit, or by adjusting your browser settings. Declining cookies will not affect your ability to use the site.
Your Rights
Subject to applicable law, you have the right to:
- Access the personal information we hold about you
- Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information
- Withdraw consent to the collection or use of your personal information, subject to legal and regulatory obligations that may require us to retain certain records
- File a complaint with the Office of the Privacy Commissioner of Canada if you believe your privacy rights have been violated
To exercise any of these rights, contact us at info@corvaxfinancial.com or 587.433.3134.
Security
We take reasonable steps to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, use, or disclosure. However, no method of electronic transmission or storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this privacy policy from time to time. The most current version will always be posted on this page with the date of last revision.
Last updated: May 2026. Corvax Financial is operated by John P. Sao Miguel, registered as an Exempt Market Dealing Representative in the Province of Alberta with Axcess Capital Advisors Inc. Exempt market products are offered through Axcess Capital Advisors Inc., a registered exempt market dealership.