Privacy Policy

Last Updated: 2023 September 26

1. Introduction

Welcome to Harmony Centre Owen Sound. We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring that your personal information is handled responsibly. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your personal information when you use our website.

By accessing or using our website, you consent to the practices described in this Privacy Policy. Please read this policy carefully to understand how we process your personal information.

2. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of personal information from you:

2.1 Information You Provide Voluntarily:

• When you interact with our website or contact us, you may provide personal information such as your name, email address, phone number, and mailing address.
• If you make a donation or purchase a product or service through our website, we may collect payment information, including credit card details.

2.2 Automatically Collected Information:

• We may collect information about your device, browser, IP address, and browsing behaviour when you access our website. This information helps us improve the website’s functionality and user experience.
• We may use cookies and similar tracking technologies to collect information about your online activities on our website. You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings.

3. How We Use Your Information

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

3.1 Providing Services:

• To process donations and provide products or services you request.
• To communicate with you about your donations, purchases, or inquiries.

3.2 Website Improvement:

• To analyze website usage and improve our website’s content, features, and functionality.
• To personalize your experience and provide relevant content and recommendations.

3.3 Marketing and Communications:

• To send you updates, newsletters, and information about our programs, events, and initiatives. You can opt-out of these communications at any time.
• To conduct surveys or research to better understand our supporters and their preferences.

3.4 Legal Compliance:

• To comply with legal obligations, including tax and accounting requirements.
• To protect our rights, privacy, safety, or property, and that of our supporters and the public.

4. Disclosure of Your Information

We may share your personal information with third parties under the following circumstances:

4.1 Service Providers:

• We may share information with trusted service providers who assist us in operating our website and providing services to you, such as payment processors, email service providers, and analytics tools.

4.2 Legal Compliance:

• We may disclose personal information when required by law or in response to legal processes or government requests.

4.3 Business Transactions:

• In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of all or part of our organization, your personal information may be transferred as part of the transaction.

5. Data Security

We take reasonable measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. However, no data transmission over the internet or electronic storage is entirely secure. Therefore, while we strive to protect your personal information, we cannot guarantee its absolute security.

6. Your Choices and Rights

You have the following choices and rights regarding your personal information:

• Access and Correction: You can request access to your personal information and ask for corrections, updates, or deletions.
• Opt-Out: You can opt-out of receiving marketing and promotional emails from us.
• Cookies: You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings.
• Withdraw Consent: If we are processing your personal information based on your consent, you can withdraw your consent at any time.

7. Children’s Privacy

Our website is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe we have collected personal information from a child under 13, please contact us, and we will take appropriate steps to remove the information.

8. Changes to this Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy to reflect changes in our practices or for legal or regulatory reasons. Any updates will be posted on this page, and the date of the last update will be revised accordingly. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically.

9. Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or the use of your personal information, please contact us at using our contact information below.

Harmony Centre Owen Sound

890 4th Ave East, Owen Sound, ON N4K2N7
info@harmonycentre.ca
519-376-8880

Thank you for visiting Harmony Centre Owen Sound. Your privacy is important to us, and we are committed to protecting your personal information.