Our Mission

Aurora Media Vault was founded on a simple principle: creative professionals deserve storage solutions that respect their privacy, protect their intellectual property, and remain under Canadian jurisdiction.

In an era where digital assets are increasingly valuable and privacy concerns are paramount, we recognized that photographers, videographers, and creative agencies needed more than generic cloud storage. They needed a specialized platform that understands the unique requirements of high-resolution media files, preserves creative work with integrity, and provides the security guarantees that come with Canadian data sovereignty.

We're not just another cloud storage company. We're specialists in media archival, built by technology professionals who understand both the creative industry's needs and the critical importance of data security and compliance.

2019
Founded
3
Data Centers
5,000+
Creative Professionals
500+ PB
Media Protected

Our Core Values

Security First

We employ the highest industry standards for encryption, physical security, and operational practices. Your data's protection is never compromised for convenience or cost savings.

Data Sovereignty

100% Canadian hosting means your data remains protected by Canadian privacy laws, free from foreign government access demands and jurisdictional uncertainty.

Privacy Respect

Your creative work is yours alone. We never analyze, data-mine, or monetize your content. Zero-knowledge encryption options ensure even we can't access your files.

Transparency

We maintain full transparency about our security practices, infrastructure, and any incidents. No security through obscurity—you deserve to know how we protect your assets.

Professional Focus

Built specifically for media professionals, not adapted from consumer storage. Every feature addresses real workflow needs identified by working photographers and videographers.

Sustainability

Our data centers use renewable energy wherever possible, and we continuously optimize for energy efficiency while maintaining redundancy and performance.

Our Canadian Data Centers

State-of-the-art facilities across Canada ensuring low latency and complete data sovereignty

Toronto Facility

Primary
Location: Greater Toronto Area, Ontario
Capacity: 200+ PB storage
Certifications: SOC 2 Type II, ISO 27001
Power: Tier III+ with hydroelectric power

Our primary data center serves Eastern Canada with industry-leading uptime and security. Features include biometric access control, 24/7 on-site security, and multiple redundant network connections.

Montreal Facility

Redundant
Location: Montreal, Quebec
Capacity: 150+ PB storage
Certifications: SOC 2 Type II, ISO 27001
Power: 100% renewable hydroelectric

Strategic backup location providing geographic redundancy and serving Quebec's creative community. Powered entirely by Quebec's renewable hydroelectric grid.

Vancouver Facility

West Coast
Location: Greater Vancouver, British Columbia
Capacity: 150+ PB storage
Certifications: SOC 2 Type II, ISO 27001
Power: Tier III+ with renewable energy

Optimized for Western Canada and Pacific time zone clients. Provides low-latency access for BC and Western provinces while maintaining full redundancy across the country.

All Facilities Feature:

Biometric access control
24/7 video surveillance
Advanced fire suppression
Environmental monitoring
Redundant power (UPS + generators)
Multiple network carriers

Expert Team

Cybersecurity professionals and creative industry veterans working to protect your assets

Security & Compliance

Our security team brings decades of combined experience from financial services, government agencies, and enterprise security. Every team member holds industry certifications including CISSP, CISM, and CEH.

Infrastructure Engineering

Expert infrastructure engineers ensure our systems remain reliable, scalable, and performant. Continuous monitoring and optimization keep your media accessible when you need it.

Creative Industry Knowledge

Many team members have backgrounds in photography, videography, and media production. We understand your workflows because we've lived them.

Customer Success

Dedicated support specialists with technical expertise and customer service excellence. We're here to ensure your experience is seamless from onboarding through daily use.

Why Canadian Hosting Matters

Stronger Privacy Protections

Canadian privacy laws, including PIPEDA, provide robust protections for personal information and creative intellectual property. Unlike jurisdictions with government backdoor requirements or broad surveillance authorities, Canada maintains a balanced approach that respects individual privacy rights.

Protection from Foreign Access

Data stored in Canada is protected from foreign government access requests that bypass Canadian legal processes. Laws like the US CLOUD Act can compel international companies to provide data regardless of where it's stored—but Canadian-operated services remain under Canadian jurisdiction.

Compliance Made Simple

For Canadian businesses and professionals, keeping data within Canadian borders simplifies compliance with provincial and federal regulations. No complex cross-border data transfer agreements or privacy impact assessments required.

Supporting Canadian Infrastructure

By choosing Aurora Media Vault, you support Canadian technology infrastructure, Canadian jobs, and the development of sovereign digital capabilities. Your subscription helps build stronger Canadian tech sector.

Canadian Privacy Laws

PIPEDA & Provincial Legislation

Canadian Court Jurisdiction

Legal protection under Canadian law

Physical Data Security

Data never leaves Canadian territory

Certifications & Compliance

SOC 2 Type II

Independently audited controls for security, availability, and confidentiality

ISO 27001

International standard for information security management systems

PIPEDA Compliant

Full compliance with Canadian federal privacy legislation

PCI DSS

Payment card industry data security standards for safe payment processing

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