Parkinson Society BC (“we”, “us”, or “our”) is committed to protecting the privacy of our members, donors, clients, and website visitors. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website or engage with our services.
1. Information We Collect
We may collect personal information from you when you:
- Register for events
- Make a donation
- Subscribe to our newsletters or communications
- Contact us for support or inquiries
The types of personal information we may collect include, but are not limited to:
- Name
- Email address
- Mailing address
- Phone number
- Payment information (for donations)
2. Purpose of Data Collection
We collect your personal information for the following purposes:
- To provide services and support related to Parkinson’s disease
- To process donations and event registrations
- To send you newsletters and updates about our programs and events
- To respond to your inquiries and provide customer support
3. Consent
By providing us with your personal information, you consent to the collection, use, and disclosure of your information as described in this policy. We do not use your personal information for purposes other than those for which it was collected, unless we obtain your consent.
4. Email Subscriptions
Subscriptions to our communications are based on explicit consent. You will not be automatically subscribed to our emails unless you provide your consent. In cases where you register for an event, we may send you necessary communications related to that event, such as instructions or tax receipts.
5. Third-Party Services
We may use third-party services to assist in delivering our programs and communications. We ensure that these service providers are compliant with Canadian privacy laws, and we enter into agreements that include data protection and retention clauses. All personal information remains the property of Parkinson Society BC, and we do not sell or share our contact lists with third parties.
6. Data Retention
We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected or as required by law. When your information is no longer needed, we will securely delete or anonymize it.
7. Security of Your Information
We take the security of your personal information seriously. We implement reasonable safeguards to protect your information from unauthorized access, use, or disclosure. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. Therefore, while we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee its absolute security.
8. Your Rights
Under Canadian privacy laws, you have the right to:
- Access your personal information held by us
- Request corrections to your personal information
- Withdraw your consent at any time, subject to legal or contractual restrictions
To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information below.
9. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically for any updates.
10. Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our practices regarding your personal information, please contact us at:
Parkinson Society BC
1021 West Hastings St, 9th Floor
Vancouver, BC V6E 0C3
Email: info@parkinson.bc.ca
Phone: 604-662-3240 or 1-800-668-3330