Privacy Policy
Introduction
At Hospice Society of West Hants ("we", "our", or "us"), your privacy is important to us. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, store, and protect your personal information when you visit our website at www.westhantshospice.ca.
By using our site, you consent to the practices described in this policy.
Information We Collect
We collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us, including:
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Your name
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Email address
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Phone number
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Mailing address (if provided)
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Donation information (e.g. name, amount, message)
How We Use Your Information
We use the information collected for the following purposes:
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To respond to your inquiries or requests
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To process and acknowledge donations
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To keep you informed about our programs, events, and services
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To maintain internal records and ensure accountability
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To improve our website and communications
We will not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties.
Your information is accessible only to authorized members of the Hospice Society of West Hants administrative team and is used solely for the purposes outlined in this policy.
Donations
If you make a donation through our website, your payment is processed securely by a trusted third-party payment processor. We do not store your credit card or payment details on our servers.
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We may keep a record of your name, email address, and donation amount for tax receipt and donor recognition purposes, in accordance with applicable Canadian laws.
Cookies and Analytics
Our website may use cookies or similar technologies to improve your experience and understand how visitors interact with our site. These technologies collect anonymous usage data such as:
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Pages visited
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Time spent on site
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Browser and device type​
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We may use services such as Google Analytics for these purposes. You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings.
Data Security
We take reasonable steps to safeguard your personal information against unauthorized access, use, or disclosure.
Your Rights
Under Canadian privacy laws (including PIPEDA), you have the right to:
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Access the personal information we hold about you
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Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information
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Withdraw your consent to communications at any time
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To make such a request, please contact us using the details below
Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your information, please contact:
Email: info@westhantshospice.ca