Last Updated: 1st November, 2024
The Pembina Valley Islamic Society (PVIS) is committed to protecting the privacy of our community members, supporters, and website visitors. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, store, and protect your personal information in compliance with the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA) and other applicable Canadian privacy laws.
1. Information We Collect
When you use our website or interact with our services, we may collect the following personal information:
– Personal Details: Name, email address, phone number, and mailing address.
– Payment Information: PVIS uses the Stripe payment gateway to process donations and payments. No payment information (such as credit card details) is stored on our servers.
We do not collect any sensitive personal information, such as religious affiliation, health information, or any other sensitive data.
2. How We Use Your Information
We collect and use your personal information strictly for operational purposes, including:
– Processing Donations: Managing donations securely through our payment gateway.
– Managing Memberships: Storing contact information to manage memberships and provide relevant updates.
– Sending Newsletters: Keeping members informed about PVIS events, updates, and other relevant community information.
We do not use your information for marketing purposes outside the scope of these operations.
3. Information Sharing with Third Parties
PVIS may share your personal information with trusted third parties to support our operations, including:
– Stripe: For secure payment processing of donations and membership fees. Stripe handles payment information directly and does not share sensitive payment details with PVIS.
– Mailchimp: For managing email communications, including newsletters and updates.
These third parties are required to comply with privacy and security standards consistent with Canadian regulations. Your information will not be shared with any other external parties without your consent.
4. Data Storage and Security
Your personal information is stored securely on cloud servers through our hosting provider, Hostinger. We use standard security measures, including encryption and secure access controls, to protect your data from unauthorized access, disclosure, or loss.
5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Our website uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance user experience and analyze website traffic. Cookies are small files stored on your device that help us remember your preferences and improve site functionality. You may adjust your browser settings to refuse cookies if desired, although this may affect certain site functionalities.
6. User Rights
In accordance with Canadian privacy regulations, you have the following rights regarding your personal information:
– Access: You may request access to your personal information at any time.
– Correction: You may request corrections to any inaccurate or incomplete personal information.
– Deletion: You may request that we delete your personal information, subject to legal or operational limitations.
To exercise these rights, please email us at support@pvis.ca
**7. Privacy Concerns and Contact Information**
If you have any questions, concerns, or complaints about this Privacy Policy or our handling of your personal information, please contact us at:
– Email: support@pvis.ca
– Maling Address: 300B N Railway Street, Morden MB, R6M 1S7
We are committed to addressing your concerns in a timely and transparent manner.
8. Updates to This Privacy Policy
PVIS may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. Any changes will be posted on this page, and the effective date will be updated accordingly. Please check this page regularly for any updates.
This Privacy Policy is designed to comply with Canadian regulations and ensure that your personal information is handled responsibly and securely. Thank you for trusting PVIS with your information as we work to serve our community.