Privacy Policy
Last updated: December 2024
1. Introduction
Via Ottawa ("we," "us," or "our") respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website.
Please read this policy carefully. By using the Website, you consent to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.
2. Information We Collect
Automatically Collected Information
When you visit our Website, we may automatically collect certain information, including:
- IP address and approximate location
- Browser type and version
- Operating system
- Pages visited and time spent on pages
- Referring website or source
- Device information
Information You Provide
We may collect information you voluntarily provide, such as:
- Email address (if you subscribe to our newsletter)
- Name and contact information (if you contact us)
- Any other information you choose to provide
3. How We Use Your Information
We may use the information we collect to:
- Provide, maintain, and improve our Website
- Send newsletters and updates (if you subscribed)
- Respond to your inquiries and requests
- Analyze Website usage and trends
- Prevent fraud and enhance security
- Comply with legal obligations
4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to collect information about your browsing activities. For detailed information about our use of cookies, please see our Cookie Policy.
5. Third-Party Services
We may use third-party services that collect, monitor, and analyze information. These services may include:
- Google Analytics: To analyze Website traffic and usage patterns
- Advertising Partners: To display relevant advertisements
- Social Media Platforms: For sharing and engagement features
These third parties have their own privacy policies governing their use of your information.
6. Disclosure of Information
We may share your information in the following circumstances:
- With service providers who assist in operating our Website
- To comply with legal obligations or respond to lawful requests
- To protect our rights, privacy, safety, or property
- In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets
- With your consent or at your direction
7. Data Security
We implement reasonable security measures to protect your information. However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security of your data.
8. Your Rights and Choices
Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information:
- Access: Request access to your personal information
- Correction: Request correction of inaccurate information
- Deletion: Request deletion of your information
- Opt-out: Unsubscribe from marketing communications
- Cookies: Manage cookie preferences through your browser
To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information below.
9. Children's Privacy
Our Website is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe we have collected information from a child under 13, please contact us immediately.
10. International Users
Our Website is operated in Canada. If you access the Website from outside Canada, your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in Canada. By using the Website, you consent to this transfer.
11. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date. Your continued use of the Website after changes constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.
12. Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us at:
Email: info@viaottawa.ca