Privacy Policy
Waterloo County Quilter’s Guild Privacy Policy
Updated: August 27th, 2024
Effective Date: August 27th, 2024
The Waterloo County Quilter’s Guild (WCQG) is committed to protecting the privacy and personal information of our members, volunteers, and visitors to our website. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and safeguard your personal information in compliance with Canada's Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA).
Collection of Personal Information
We may collect personal information from you in various ways, including when you:
Register as a member of the guild
Participate in workshops, events, or activities
Pay for advertising in our newsletter
Make inquiries via our website
Make purchases or donations through our online shop
The types of personal information we may collect include, but are not limited to:
Name
Contact information (address, phone number, email)
Payment information (for purchases or donations)
Membership details
Preferences and interests related to quilting and guild activities
2. Use of Personal Information
WCQG uses your personal information for the following purposes:
To manage guild memberships and provide member services
To communicate with you about guild events, activities, and news
To process payments for workshops, events, or purchases
To respond to your inquiries or requests
To maintain and improve our website and services
3. Sharing of Personal Information
WCQG does not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share your information with trusted service providers who assist us in operating our website, conducting our activities, or servicing you, provided that those parties agree to keep this information confidential. We do share your personal information within the membership handbook that is shared amongst current members of WCQG.
4. Protection of Personal Information
We take reasonable precautions to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, or misuse. This includes the use of secure technologies and processes to safeguard your data.
5. Cookies and Website Data
Our website may use cookies to enhance your browsing experience. Cookies are small files that are stored on your computer's hard drive and help us understand how you use our site. You can choose to disable cookies through your web browser settings, but this may limit your ability to fully experience some features of our website.
6. Your Consent
By using our website or engaging with our services, you consent to the collection, use, and disclosure of your personal information as outlined in this Privacy Policy.
7. Accessing and Correcting Your Information
You have the right to access, update, or correct any personal information we hold about you. If you wish to do so, please contact us at waterloocountyqg@gmail.com
8. Changes to This Privacy Policy
WCQG may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any significant changes by posting a notice on our website or by other means. Your continued use of our services after such changes constitutes your acceptance of the new Privacy Policy.
9. Contact Information
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our handling of your personal information, please contact us at:
President
Waterloo County Quilters’ Guild
PO Box 38044
Bridgeport Post Office
Waterloo
Ontario
N2J 4T9