Clayoquot Action respects your right to privacy. We are committed to protecting the personal information of our donors, volunteers and employees and maintaining your confidence and trust.

During the course of our various projects and activities, we frequently, with consent, gather personal information. This information will be carefully protected and used reasonably for outreach related to our campaigns. You may request to be removed from our mailing list at any time.

We manage your personal information in accordance with Canada’s Personal Information and Protection and Electronic Documents Act, British Columbia’s Personal Information Protection Act and Canada’s Anti-Spam Legislation. This policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose and safeguard personal information.

Defining Personal Information

‘Personal information’ is any information that can be used to distinguish, identify or contact a specific individual. This may include your name, address, phone number, birth date, gender, etc. Personal information does not include workplace contact information, where names, phone numbers and addresses are being used for business purposes.

Collection and Use of Information

In carrying out our mission of protecting Clayoquot Sound, communication is key. The information you provide, orally, electronically, or in writing, will be used to keep you informed on Clayoquot Action’s activities through periodic contact. These include programs, services, special events, and opportunities to volunteer and donate. We collect and use only the information necessary to carry out these purposes.

If at any time you wish not to receive this information please contact us by phone at 1-877-422-9453 (outside Tofino) or 250-534-9453 (locally) or via e-mail at info@clayoquotaction.org and we will gladly accommodate your request.

Disclosure of Information

Safeguards are in place to ensure that the information is not disclosed or shared more widely than is necessary. Clayoquot Action will only use or disclose personal information for the purpose that it was collected or for a related purpose for which you would reasonably expect it to be used. It is our explicit policy not to rent, sell or trade our mailing lists.

Storage of Information

Personal and confidential information gathered by our organization is kept in strict confidence. Information is stored in secure databases with routinely updated software to maximize protection. Our employees are authorized to access these secure systems based only on their need to access the information for the purpose it was obtained. We take measures to ensure the integrity of your information is maintained and to prevent its being lost or destroyed.

Consent

Clayoquot Action obtains explicit consent to collect, use or disclose your personal information. We ensure that this information is only used for appropriate purposes.

You may withdraw consent to use or disclose your personal information for any or all purposes at any time and we will ensure that your request is honoured.

Accountability

We may change this policy from time to time without notice. Changes will be reflected on this page.

If you have any questions or concerns about the way your information is being used, please do not hesitate to contact us at 1-877-422-9453 (outside Tofino) or 250-534-9453 (locally) or via e-mail at info@clayoquotaction.org.