Privacy Policy

Indigenous Economic Pathways (IEP) is committed to protecting and respecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information when you visit our website, iepathways.ca. Please read this policy carefully to understand our views and practices regarding your personal data and how we will treat it.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information when you interact with our website:

Personal Information: When you contact us or subscribe to our newsletter, we may collect personal details such as your name, email address, phone number, and other contact information you provide.
Usage Data: We may collect data regarding your use of our website, including but not limited to your IP address, browser type, device type, and browsing patterns. This helps us improve the user experience and analyze trends.
Cookies: We use cookies to track website activity and preferences. Cookies are small text files stored on your device that allow us to improve functionality and tailor content to your interests. You can control or disable cookies through your browser settings.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

To provide and improve our services: To respond to inquiries, provide information, and improve the content and functionality of our website.
To communicate with you: If you subscribe to our newsletter or request updates, we will use your contact information to send relevant communications, including newsletters, event updates, and advocacy information.
For site analytics: To monitor and analyze trends, website activity, and user behaviour in order to improve the functionality of our website.
For legal compliance: To comply with applicable legal obligations and resolve any legal disputes.

3. How We Protect Your Information

We take the security of your personal information seriously and implement reasonable security measures to protect it. While we use secure methods to protect your data, no data transmission over the internet can be guaranteed 100% secure. By using our website, you acknowledge and accept the inherent security risks of online communications.

4. Sharing Your Information

We will not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties. However, we may share your data under the following circumstances:

Service Providers: We may share your data with third-party vendors and service providers who assist us in operating our website or providing services. These providers are contractually obligated to keep your information secure and confidential.
Legal Compliance: We may disclose your information if required by law or in response to a valid legal request (e.g., subpoenas, court orders).
Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred to the new owner, subject to the terms of this privacy policy.

5. Your Rights and Choices

You have the following rights regarding your personal information:

Access and Correction: You can request access to the personal information we hold about you and request corrections if the information is inaccurate or incomplete.
Opt-Out of Communications: You can opt out of receiving marketing emails by clicking the "unsubscribe" link in any email we send or by contacting us directly.
Cookie Settings: You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may affect your experience on our website.

6. Retention of Data

We will retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy or as required by law. Once the data is no longer necessary, we will securely delete or anonymize it.

7. Changes to This Privacy Policy

IEP reserves the right to update or modify this Privacy Policy at any time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date. We encourage you to periodically review this policy for the latest updates.

8. Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:

Indigenous Economic Pathways (IEP)
Email: info@iepathways.ca
Website: https://iepathways.ca