The PAR-Q+ does do not store any personal information related to our forms. We have included our Collection Notice (Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Statement). Third party organizations or individuals that store personal information should include a Collection Notice and FOIP statement. We have recently updated our recommendations to highlight these requirements (see below).

Collection Notice (Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Statement)

The PAR-Q+ Collaboration is committed to protecting the privacy of individuals and safeguarding their personal information in accordance with applicable privacy laws, including the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (FOIP). The PAR-Q+ Collaboration provides the PAR-Q+ for the international community to assist in pre-participation screening. The PAR-Q+ Collaboration does not store or share any personal data related to the printed PAR-Q+ forms. A completed PAR-Q+ form sent to the PAR-Q+ Collaboration in error is deleted or shredded without notice. The paper PAR-Q+ form is designed to be completed by clients for pre-participation screening purposes who may then opt to share confidential information with a third party. The information will be often used for the purpose of pre-participation screening for physical activity or sports participation, exercise testing, and/or exercise training. The third party may retain a copy of this form for records. In these instances, it will maintain the confidentiality of the same, complying with applicable law. The personal information that you provide to a third party (such as a qualified exercise professional, recreation program, and/or exercise facility) is collected under the authority of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy (FOIP) Act – section 33(c). Collected personal information is protected from unauthorized access, collection, use, and disclosure in accordance with the FOIP Act and can be reviewed upon request subject to the provisions under the Act. Questions regarding the collection of personal information should be directed to the respective third party storing this information. We have included example Collection Notice and Privacy Statements that third party organizations may use as a template.

Example Collection Notice (Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Statement) for Qualified Exercise Professionals, Fitness Centres, Recreation Programs, and Sporting Programs

Brief FOIP Notification Statement Example (if collecting personal information)

The personal information that you provide to [insert name of exercise professional or organization] is collected under the authority of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy (FOIP) Act – section 33(c). The personal information collected in the paper PAR-Q+ survey is for the purpose of pre-participation screening physical activity and sports participation, exercise training, and/or exercise testing. The survey results may be used to inform decision-making and improve services related to physical activity and sports participation, exercise training, and/or exercise testing. Collected personal information is protected from unauthorized access, collection, use, and disclosure in accordance with the FOIP Act and can be reviewed upon request subject to the provisions under the Act. Questions regarding the collection of personal information can be directed to:

• Title –
• Department –
• Phone –
• Email –
• Website (if available)

Full FOIP Notification Statement Example (if collecting personal information)

Purpose of Collection: The personal information collected in the paper PAR-Q+ survey is for the purpose of pre-participation screening physical activity and sports participation, exercise training, and/or exercise testing. The survey results may be used to inform decision-making and improve services related to physical activity and sports participation, exercise training, and/or exercise testing. Types of Personal Information Collected: The types of personal information collected may include, but are not limited to, name, signature, and information related to medical conditions that provide additional insight into the best course of action related to physical activity and sports participation, exercise training, and/or exercise testing. This questionnaire will also tell you whether it is necessary to seek further advice from your doctor OR a qualified exercise professional before becoming more physically active. Use and Disclosure: Personal information collected in this survey will be used and disclosed for the purposes stated above or as otherwise permitted or required by law. Survey responses may be aggregated or anonymized for analysis and reporting purposes. Individual responses will be kept confidential to the extent possible. Safeguarding Personal Information: [Your Organization’s Name] takes reasonable measures to safeguard personal information against loss, theft, unauthorized access, disclosure, copying, use, or modification. Access to personal information is restricted to authorized personnel who require access for legitimate business purposes. Access and Correction: Individuals have the right to request access to their personal information collected in this survey and to request corrections if they believe that their personal information is inaccurate or incomplete. Requests for access or corrections should be directed to [insert contact information for privacy officer or designated individual]. Retention: Personal information collected in this survey will be retained only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, or as required by law. After the survey results have been analyzed and reported, personal information will be securely disposed of. Consent: By completing and submitting this paper survey, you consent to the collection, use, and disclosure of your personal information in accordance with this Collection Notice and applicable privacy laws. Contact Information: If you have any questions or concerns about the collection, use, or disclosure of your personal information in this survey, or if you wish to exercise your rights regarding your personal information, please contact [insert contact information for privacy officer or designated individual].