LinkedIn opts your name and photo into social advertising by default

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Rather unprofessional, and probably against Canadian privacy legislation.

You can opt out by logging into LinkedIn, and choosing Settings (under your name), Account and then Manage Social Advertising. (or just click the link!)

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