Privacy

Your Privacy Matters to Us

The materials on this website have been produced and/or compiled by the Women’s Economic Council (WEC) to provide individuals and organizations with relevant resources, tools, and information that promote women-centred community economic development (CED).
All content on this site is protected by the Copyright Act, as well as applicable Canadian laws, policies, and international agreements. These provisions ensure the proper citation of information sources and, in some cases, prohibit the reproduction of materials without prior written permission.
WEC encourages the use of links to our website, provided that:
– Users ensure accuracy when reproducing materials.
– WEC is identified as the source.
– Reproductions are not presented as official versions, nor as endorsed by WEC unless explicit permission has been granted.

Third-Party Materials: Some content or graphical elements may be subject to third-party copyrights. In such cases, permission from the author or copyright holder may be required before reproduction.
For inquiries regarding copyright ownership or permissions, please contact:
Email: info@womenseconomiccouncil.ca

Collection of Personal Information

WEC is committed to protecting the privacy of individuals who interact with us, following responsible data management practices. Any personal information collected (such as your name, email address, or contact details) is handled in accordance with the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, the Federal Privacy Act, and Canada’s Anti-Spam Legislation (Bill C-28).
Personal information will only be collected when express or implied consent is provided. This information will not be disclosed to third parties, except to personnel who need the information to respond to your request, or as required by law.
Should you contact us for support, whether online or via phone, additional information relevant to your request may be requested. However, you are under no obligation to provide this information.
WEC does not sell, rent, or lease personal data to third parties. If you have given express consent, WEC may contact you occasionally on behalf of external partners with relevant offerings, but your personal information (such as email, name, or phone number) will not be transferred to those third parties.

Use of Cookies

Cookies are utilized on the WEC website to recognize your device when you visit. These cookies do not contain personal information and are used to gather the following data:
– IP address (WEC does not link this address to your identity).
– Length of visit and number of page requests.
– Type of operating system (Windows, macOS, etc.).
– Browser type (Chrome, Firefox, etc.).
This data helps us enhance user experience and adjust the site based on trends. You may choose to accept or decline cookies through your browser settings. Declining cookies may affect the website’s functionality and your ability to use certain features.

Security of Personal Information

We employ various security measures to protect your personal data, including encryption, passwords, firewalls, and restricted access for employees. When disposing of personal information, we ensure that it is securely destroyed.
While we strive to use best practices to protect your data, it is important to note that no method of transmission or storage over the internet is completely secure. Therefore, WEC cannot guarantee the absolute security of personal information.

Linking Policy

WEC’s website may include links to third-party websites. These linked sites are not under our control, and we are not responsible for their content or any updates. WEC provides these links for convenience and does not necessarily endorse or associate with the operators of these linked sites.
Link Requests: If you would like to request a link on WEC’s website, please contact us at [Insert Contact Email]. Include how the link aligns with WEC’s mission and the purpose it would serve for our website. Please note that even if a link meets the criteria, WEC reserves the right to decline at our discretion.

Changes to the Privacy Policy

WEC may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page, and we encourage you to review the policy periodically to stay informed about how we protect your personal data.

For questions or concerns regarding this policy, please contact:
Email: info@womenseconomiccouncil.ca
Phone: 1.888.800.8947