Privacy Policy
A legal disclaimer
This Privacy Policy is provided for general informational purposes only. Northern Beacon Humanitarian Foundation makes reasonable efforts to protect personal information but does not guarantee absolute security. By using this website, you acknowledge and accept the practices described in this Privacy Policy.
Introduction
Northern Beacon Humanitarian Foundation (“we,” “us,” or “our”) is committed to protecting the privacy of visitors, donors, volunteers, and supporters who interact with our website. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, process, and safeguard your information when you visit or engage with our website.
By accessing or using this website, you consent to the collection and use of information in accordance with this Privacy Policy.
Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of information:
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Personal Information: such as name, email address, phone number, mailing address, and donation details when voluntarily provided through forms, donations, event registrations, or communications.
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Non-Personal Information: such as browser type, device information, IP address, pages visited, and general usage data collected through cookies or analytics tools.
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Payment Information: when donations are made, payment details are processed securely by third-party payment providers and are not stored directly by us.
How We Collect Information
Information is collected when you:
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Submit a contact or volunteer form
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Make a donation
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Subscribe to newsletters or updates
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Register for events or programs
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Browse or interact with our website
Why We Collect Information
We collect information in order to:
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Communicate with supporters and respond to inquiries
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Process donations and issue acknowledgments
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Manage programs, events, and outreach activities
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Improve website functionality and user experience
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Comply with legal, regulatory, and reporting obligations
How We Share Information
We do not sell or rent personal information. Information may be shared only:
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With trusted service providers (e.g., payment processors, email platforms) strictly for operational purposes
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When required by law, regulation, or legal process
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To protect the rights, safety, or property of Northern Beacon Humanitarian Foundation or others
All third parties are expected to maintain appropriate confidentiality and security standards.
Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Our website may use cookies or similar technologies to enhance user experience, analyze traffic, and improve site performance. You may adjust your browser settings to refuse cookies; however, some website features may not function properly.
Data Protection and Security
We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and organizational safeguards to protect personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. Despite these efforts, no method of transmission over the internet is completely secure.
Your Privacy Rights
Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have the right to:
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Access personal information we hold about you
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Request correction or deletion of your information
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Withdraw consent for certain data uses
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Opt out of communications at any time
Requests can be made using the contact information provided below.
Children’s Privacy
This website is not intended for children under the age of 13 (or the applicable minimum age in your jurisdiction). We do not knowingly collect personal information from minors. If you believe a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us so we can remove it.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We reserve the right to update or modify this Privacy Policy at any time. Changes will be effective immediately upon posting on this website. Continued use of the website constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.
Governing Law
This Privacy Policy shall be governed by and interpreted in accordance with the laws of Canada/BC.
Contact Us
Northern Beacon Humanitarian Foundation