CASL Compliance

OpenQuebec (openquebec.org.plsrealestate.com) is committed to rigorous compliance with Canada’s Anti-Spam Legislation (CASL, S.C. 2010, c. 23). We respect your digital communications preferences and maintain strict protocols to prevent unauthorized or unsolicited commercial electronic messages (CEM).

1. Scope & Purpose of Communications

We only send commercial electronic messages (including emails and notifications) where an established form of consent exists under Canadian law:

  • Express Consent: You have explicitly requested updates, newsletter communications, or specific property notifications by submitting your email address.
  • Implied Consent: You have made an active property inquiry, submitted a property listing, or entered into a commercial transaction with us within the past two (2) years, or submitted an inquiry within the past six (6) months, as defined under CASL provisions.

2. Mandatory Sender Identification

Every commercial electronic message dispatched by OpenQuebec clearly and prominently identifies:

  • The sender: OpenQuebec Real Estate.
  • Our verifiable contact coordinates, including valid email address and website link.
  • A clear statement indicating on whose behalf the message is being transmitted.

3. Unsubscribe Mechanism

In full accordance with CASL requirements, every electronic communication sent by our platform includes a prominent, easily accessible, and functional unsubscribe link.

  • Unsubscribe requests are processed immediately and completed within ten (10) business days as required by federal law.
  • You may also unsubscribe or modify your communication preferences at any time by sending an email with the subject line “Unsubscribe” to the contact address provided on our site.

4. Third-Party Broker Communications

When you request information on a property listing via our inquiry forms, your request is forwarded to the designated listing agent or brokerage. Those professionals are independently responsible for maintaining CASL compliance in their subsequent communications with you.