Effective Date: January 19, 2025
Welcome to our website. We respect your privacy and are committed to protecting the personal information you provide to us. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, store, and protect your personal information in compliance with Alberta’s Personal Information Protection Act (PIPA).
1. About Us
This website is dedicated to sharing and collaboratively developing a new constitution for a Constitutional Republic in Alberta and Western Canada. In addition to informational content, the website features a private, invitation-only community where members can engage in discussions related to the constitution’s development.
2. Information We Collect
We collect the following personal information:
- Names
- Email addresses
- Phone numbers (optional, if provided by users)
We do not collect sensitive information such as financial or health data, nor do we collect physical addresses.
3. How We Collect Information
We collect personal information through:
- Web forms: General inquiries and member registration forms.
- Direct communication: Emails or phone calls between users and site administrators.
4. Purpose of Data Collection
We collect personal information for the following purposes:
- To respond to inquiries and provide information about our project.
- To create and manage user accounts for our private community.
- To send newsletters or updates to members.
- To analyze website traffic and improve user experience using Google Analytics.
5. Third-Party Sharing
We do not share personal information with third parties. However, data collected via Google Analytics may be processed by Google to provide analytical insights.
6. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience and analyze website performance. This includes:
- Google Analytics: To monitor and analyze website traffic.
You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings. Note that disabling cookies may affect certain features of the website.
7. User Accounts
- Account Creation: User accounts are created by site administrators. Users cannot create accounts independently.
- Data Access: Users can view, update, or delete their personal data by contacting the website administrator.
8. Data Storage and Security
- Storage Location: Data is stored in the website’s database, hosted on an AWS Lightsail instance in the Montreal region.
- Security Measures: We use SSL encryption and standard WordPress security configurations. However, no system can guarantee complete security, and we encourage users to report any concerns.
9. Retention of Personal Information
We retain personal information as long as necessary for the purposes outlined in this policy. Users can request the deletion of their data by contacting us through the contact form.
10. Children’s Privacy
This website is not intended for children under 18. We do not knowingly collect or process personal information from children. If you believe a child has provided us with their information, please contact us, and we will promptly delete it.
11. Your Privacy Rights
You have the right to:
- Access your personal information.
- Update or correct your information.
- Request deletion of your information.
To exercise these rights, please contact us using the contact form on our website.
12. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. The updated policy will be posted on this page with the effective date.
13. Contact Us
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests related to this Privacy Policy, please contact us through the contact form on our website.