Privacy Policy
Information We Collect
We collect only the personal information necessary to operate our Website and respond to community inquiries. This may include:
- Name
- Email address
- Message or comments submitted through our contact or join forms
We do not collect sensitive personal information, financial information, or government-issued identification.
We may also collect limited, non-identifying technical information (such as browser type or general site traffic statistics) to help us understand how the Website is used and improve its functionality. This information does not identify you personally.
How We Use Your Information
We use the information you provide solely for the following purposes:
- Responding to inquiries or messages you send us
- Communicating with you about association-related matters you have requested
- Improving the Website and our communications
- Supporting the activities of the Cumberland Beach & District Ratepayers Association Inc.
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information.
Email Communications
If you contact us by email or submit a form, we may reply to you directly.
Providing your email address does not automatically subscribe you to newsletters or marketing communications.
If we offer optional email updates or newsletters, participation will be voluntary, and you may unsubscribe at any time.
Disclosure of Information
We do not share your personal information with third parties, except:
- When required by law
- When necessary to protect the rights, safety, or property of the Association or others
Any service providers we may use (such as website hosting or email services) are required to protect your information and use it only for authorized purposes.
Retention of Information
We retain personal information only as long as reasonably necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this Policy or to comply with legal or administrative requirements. When information is no longer required, it is securely deleted or destroyed.
Data Security
We take reasonable steps to protect personal information from unauthorized access, loss, misuse, or disclosure. While no method of transmission over the internet is completely secure, we make reasonable efforts to safeguard the information we collect.
Privacy of Children
Our Website is intended for general community use and is not directed at children under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.
Links to Other Websites
Our Website may contain links to external websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those sites and encourage users to review the privacy policies of any third-party websites they visit.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. Any updates will be posted on this page with the revised effective date.
Your Rights
You may request access to, correction of, or deletion of your personal information by contacting us using the details below. We will make reasonable efforts to respond promptly in accordance with applicable Canadian privacy laws.
Contact Us
If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or how your information is handled, please contact us:
Email: cumberlandbeachratepayers@gmail.com