Privacy & Confidentiality

Last updated: January 2026

7 Islands Defense & Intel Inc. (“7i”, “we”, “our”) is committed to protecting confidentiality and personal information. This notice explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect personal information in accordance with applicable privacy laws, including Québec’s private-sector privacy legislation (as modernized by Québec’s Law 25) and the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).

1. Scope

This notice applies to personal information collected through:

• Our website (www.7i-intel.com)
• Direct communications by email (including contact@7i-intel.com)
• Contact or inquiry forms made available on our website (if applicable)
• Professional communications related to our activities

We do not knowingly collect personal information from minors.

2. Personal information we collect

We collect only the information necessary to operate and respond appropriately, which may include:

• Name, title, and organization
• Professional contact details (email, phone number)
• Information voluntarily provided in communications or inquiry forms
• Technical information required for security and operation of our website (if applicable)

We do not intentionally collect sensitive personal data unless explicitly required and lawfully justified.

3. Purposes of collection

Personal information is collected and used only for:

• Responding to inquiries and communications
• Assessing potential engagements
• Maintaining professional relationships
• Ensuring security and proper functioning of our website
• Complying with legal and regulatory obligations

We do not use personal information for marketing lists, automated profiling, or unsolicited outreach.

4. Legal basis (GDPR)

Where applicable, processing is based on one or more of the following:

• Consent (where information is voluntarily provided)
• Legitimate interests related to professional advisory activities
• Compliance with legal obligations

5. Disclosure and transfers

Personal information is not sold, rented, or traded. It may be shared only:

• With trusted service providers strictly necessary for operations (e.g., hosting, IT support)
• Where required by law or regulatory authorities

Where information is processed or stored outside Québec or the EU, appropriate safeguards are applied in accordance with applicable laws.

6. Retention

Personal information is retained only as long as necessary to fulfill the purpose for which it was collected, or as required by law. When no longer needed, it is securely destroyed or anonymized.

7. Security measures

7i applies reasonable administrative, technical, and organizational measures to protect personal information against loss, unauthorized access, disclosure, or misuse. Given the nature of electronic communications, absolute security cannot be guaranteed; however, discretion and confidentiality are central to our operating principles.

8. Your rights

Subject to applicable laws, you may have the right to:

• Access your personal information
• Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information
• Withdraw consent where applicable
• Request deletion or restriction of processing
• Obtain information on how your data is used

Requests can be submitted using the contact details below.

9. Cookies and analytics

Our website does not use non-essential cookies or tracking technologies unless explicitly stated. If this changes, we will provide clear notice and, where required, obtain consent. Where analytics are introduced, a separate Cookie Policy and consent mechanism will be provided as required.

10. Contact

For questions or requests regarding this notice or the handling of personal information:
Privacy Officer (designated contact)

7 Islands Defense & Intel Inc. Email: contact@7i-intel.com

Requests are handled within a reasonable timeframe, in accordance with applicable laws.

11. Updates

This notice may be updated periodically to reflect legal or operational changes. The most recent version will always be available on our website.