Transparency & Ethics Policy
Last Updated: 01/01/2026
Organization: Deedz
Website: https://www.deedz.ca
Our Ethical Foundation
Deedz exists to support Canadian businesses and individuals in a way that is fair, transparent, and ethical.
We believe trust is earned through:
Clear rules
Consistent processes
Responsible decision-making
Accountability without favouritism
This policy outlines the principles and practices that guide every decision at Deedz.
Commitment to Transparency
Transparency at Deedz does not mean exposure without protection.
It means clarity without compromise.
We are transparent about:
How applications are reviewed
What criteria are used
How sponsors and recipients are aligned
How funds flow directly from sponsor to recipient
How accountability is enforced
We are intentionally not transparent about:
Identities of reviewers or leadership
Internal deliberations
Sensitive applicant or sponsor data
This balance protects fairness, privacy, and integrity.
Anonymous Governance & Decision-Making
Deedz operates with anonymous leadership and review committees.
This structure:
Prevents bias, favoritism, and influence
Eliminates bribery attempts
Protects applicants and sponsors
Ensures decisions are based on merit and impact
No applicant, sponsor, or partner is granted access to decision-makers.
Ethical Review Process
All applications are reviewed using:
Objective, documented criteria
Anonymous evaluation stages
Human oversight following AI-assisted pre-screening
Decisions are:
Made independently
Free from external pressure
Final for each review cycle
Deedz does not accept:
Gifts
Incentives
Preferential treatment requests
Sponsor Ethics & Separation
Sponsors:
Do not participate in application evaluation
Do not influence approval decisions
Are introduced only after approval
This separation ensures:
Fair opportunity for applicants
Ethical use of sponsor support
Protection against conflicts of interest
Sponsors may choose whether to support an approved applicant — never who gets approved.
Responsible Use of Funds
Deedz enforces responsible use of approved support through:
Clear use-of-funds declarations
Invoices or verified quotes where applicable
Reporting and compliance checks
Follow-up verification
Misuse of funds violates Deedz ethics and may result in repayment and removal from the ecosystem.
Data Ethics & Confidentiality
All personal and business information is handled in accordance with:
PIPEDA
Deedz Privacy Policy
Confidentiality and NDA obligations
We do not:
Sell data
Trade information
Share details beyond approved and lawful purposes
Ethical data handling is non-negotiable.
Conflict of Interest
Deedz maintains strict conflict-of-interest safeguards.
Any individual or organization with a potential conflict:
Is removed from related processes
Has no influence over decisions
Undisclosed conflicts may result in disqualification or termination.
Accountability & Enforcement
Ethical breaches may result in:
Application rejection
Withdrawal of approval
Repayment obligations
Blacklisting within the Deedz ecosystem
Legal action where appropriate
Actions are taken proportionately and in good faith.
Public Accountability & Impact Reporting
Deedz demonstrates accountability through:
Aggregated impact reporting
Public disclosure of policies and criteria
Transparent communication of processes
Individual identities or sensitive details are never disclosed without consent.
Continuous Improvement
Transparency and ethics are evolving responsibilities.
Deedz regularly reviews:
Internal processes
Ethical safeguards
Feedback from stakeholders
We adapt to improve — without compromising principles.
Reporting Ethical Concerns
Concerns related to ethics, integrity, or transparency may be reported confidentially to:
legal@deedz.ca Or privacy@deedz.ca
All reports are reviewed seriously and discreetly.
Policy Updates
This policy may be updated periodically to reflect:
Regulatory changes
Operational improvements
Emerging ethical considerations
The latest version will always be available on deedz.ca.
Statement of Integrity
At Deedz, ethics are not optional.
We protect fairness not for recognition — but because a strong Canada is built on trust, accountability, and doing the right thing even when no one is watching.