At www.governorgeneralscurlingclub.com we respect and are committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website or interact with our online services.

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This Privacy Policy is in compliance with Canadian privacy laws, including the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA), and we are committed to ensuring your personal data is handled in a safe and secure manner.

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1. Information We Collect

We collect personal information that you provide voluntarily through the use of our website, including but not limited to:

• Personal Identification Information: Name, email address, phone number, and any other contact information you provide through contact forms or email inquiries.

• Usage Information: Data about your interaction with the site, including IP address, device type, browser information, and usage statistics (e.g., pages visited, time spent on site).

• Cookies and Tracking Technologies: We use cookies and similar technologies to improve user experience, analyze site traffic, and deliver personalized content.

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2. How We Use Your Information

We use the personal information we collect for the following purposes:

• To communicate with you: We may use your contact information to respond to inquiries, provide customer support, or send newsletters, updates, or promotional content (with your consent).

• To improve our website: We analyze usage data to optimize site performance, enhance user experience, and ensure the content meets your needs.

• To comply with legal obligations: We may use your information to comply with applicable laws and regulations, including any requirements under PIPEDA.

 

3. Consent

By accessing or using our website, you consent to the collection, use, and disclosure of your personal information as outlined in this Privacy Policy. In some cases, we may request explicit consent from you before collecting certain types of sensitive personal information.

 

4. Disclosure of Information

We do not share or disclose your personal information to third parties except in the following cases:

• Service Providers: We may share your information with third-party service providers who assist with website operations, data hosting, and analytics. These service providers are obligated to keep your information confidential and use it only for the purposes for which we have hired them.

• Legal Compliance: If required by law, or to protect the rights, property, or safety of Governor General's Curling Club, we may disclose your personal information to law enforcement or other authorities.

 

5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to collect information about your online activities. Cookies are small data files placed on your device to help enhance your website experience. These cookies may collect data about your browsing preferences, such as pages you visit, how long you stay on the site, and which features you interact with.

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You can control or delete cookies through your browser settings. However, blocking certain cookies may affect your ability to use some website features.

 

6. Data Security

We take reasonable steps to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, and destruction. However, please note that no data transmission over the internet is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee the security of your information transmitted to or from our website.

 

7. Accessing Your Information

Under Canadian law (PIPEDA), you have the right to access the personal information we hold about you. If you would like to request access to your information, correct any inaccuracies, or withdraw your consent, please contact us at the information provided below.

 

8. Retention of Personal Information

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, or as required by law. If you wish to have your data removed or deleted from our records, please contact us.

 

9. Children’s Privacy

We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe we have collected information from a child under the age of 13, please contact us, and we will take steps to delete such information.

 

10. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We reserve the right to update or modify this Privacy Policy at any time. We encourage you to review this policy periodically for any updates or changes.

 

11. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or how your personal information is being handled, please contact us at ebrimicombe@rogers.com.