Privacy Policy
Privacy
Policy
Your privacy is important to Alberta Pet Assistance Foundation (“Alberta Pet Assistance Foundation”). We have crafted this privacy policy (“Privacy Policy”) to outline how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your personal information in accordance with Canadian privacy laws. Please read this Privacy Policy thoroughly to understand how Alberta Pet Assistance Foundation handles the privacy of personal information provided through the areas defined below.
This Privacy Policy applies to the following areas (collectively our “Communications”):
Alberta Pet Assistance Foundation social media properties, including, but not limited to Facebook, YouTube, Twitter, and Instagram (collectively “Social Media Sites”).
Alberta Pet Assistance Foundation mobile applications, including, but not limited to ResQ Walk by Alberta Pet Assistance Foundation Animal Society available for Apple iOS and Google Android operating systems (collectively “Applications”). Our Websites, Social Media Sites, and Applications may be generally referred to as our “Properties”.
Alberta Pet Assistance Foundation mail, email, text, and phone communications, including, but not limited to marketing, event, advocacy, and fundraising communications.
Please note that this Privacy Policy applies only to information collected by our own communication channels. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of websites or communication networks that are operated or owned by third parties. Links to other third-party websites, including those of our corporate supporters and partners, can be accessed from our properties. Please be advised that the privacy policies of those third-party sites or communication platforms operated by other third parties may not be consistent with this Privacy Policy.
Alberta Pet Assistance Foundation may use and disclose the information that you provide through its properties or other communication channels only for purposes permitted or required by law, for purposes described in this Privacy Policy, or for purposes which you might authorize.
Alberta Pet Assistance Foundation has also developed Terms of Use describing your responsibilities when using its properties and/or the Alberta Pet Assistance Foundation communication channels. Please read the Privacy Policy and the Terms of Use carefully.
Changes to the Policy
Alberta Pet Assistance Foundation may change this Privacy Policy at any time. Please refer to the Privacy Policy regularly because your use of the Websites, Social Media Sites, Applications, and/or other communication channels signifies that you agree to be bound by this Privacy Policy.
What information does Alberta Pet Assistance Foundation collect?
In several areas of our Properties, Alberta Pet Assistance Foundation collects user-submitted personally identifiable information, such as your name, home address, email address, and telephone number. In order to access certain areas on our properties, you may need to first provide personally identifiable information to become either a registered user or a subscriber. Alberta Pet Assistance Foundation also collects anonymous demographic information, which cannot identify you personally, such as ZIP code, gender, or interests. We may append to the data you provide additional data from publicly available sources in an effort to enhance your relationship with Best Friends.
We may collect information about your interaction with our Communications. For example, we may use website analytic tools on the Websites to retrieve information such as the site you came from or the keywords you used to find the Websites. We will also use technologies, such as cookies and pixel-based tracking, to collect information about the pages you view, the links you click on, and other actions you take on the Websites. We use these technologies to provide a more useful and engaging experience to Website visitors, to understand who uses our properties, and to display content, deliver services, or carry out the transactions you have requested.
Communication to Children
The Alberta Pet Assistance Foundation properties are directed at a general audience. Please note that Website programs and Applications that provide for or allow for personal fundraising and sponsorship donations may only be used under the supervision of an adult, per the Terms of Use.
How Does Alberta Pet Assistance Foundation Secure My Information?
Alberta Pet Assistance Foundation provides visitors to our properties with a secure experience when making a donation or purchasing merchandise through them. We work with Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard (PCI-DSS) compliant vendors. When personal information is transmitted, it is protected through the use of industry-standard security technology, such as the Secure Socket Layer (SSL) protocol.
Even with these measures in place, users should take special caution when using publicly accessible computer terminals or transmitting personal information over unsecured wireless networks.
In addition, on certain Website pages, we offer visitors the opportunity to provide comments or other user-generated content. You may also be able to comment on social media sites or while using our applications. Any information that you disclose when posting a message to these areas, along with the screen name or ID used, becomes public. We are not responsible for any personally identifiable information that you choose to disclose in the public areas of our properties.
Donor Privacy
Alberta Pet Assistance Foundation does not sell, rent, or exchange its donor list. For direct mailing purposes, we do use publicly available information and participate in co-ops to find new donors. Its Board of Directors adopted a policy prohibiting the sale, rental, or exchange of its donor list. This Privacy Policy outlines how donor information
How does Alberta Pet Assistance Foundation use my personal information?
1. Collection and Use of Personal Information
Alberta Pet Assistance Foundation is committed to protecting the privacy of its members, subscribers, and users. We collect and use your personal information for the following purposes:
To circulate news about Alberta Pet Assistance Foundation and its programs.
To promote events and activities organized by Alberta Pet Assistance Foundation.
To acquire new members and subscribers.
To operate the Alberta Pet Assistance Foundation properties.
For internal marketing, promotional, advocacy, and fundraising purposes.
We may use your personal information, demographic information, or usage information for the following purposes:
To provide you with information, services, or process transactions that you have requested or agreed to receive.
To enable you to participate in the features of our applications or website, including event registration, fundraising, or GPS mapping.
To improve our services, customize your experience on our website, or serve you specific content that is most relevant to you.
To contact you with regard to your use of our properties.
For purposes disclosed at the time you provide your information or as otherwise set forth in this Privacy Policy.
2. Network Partners
Alberta Pet Assistance Foundation operates the Alberta Pet Assistance Foundation Network, a network of animal welfare groups and government shelters committed to saving the lives of homeless pets. We may share personally identifiable information with Network Partners for whom you elect to raise money at events. We will only share your information with any Network Partner if you have elected to raise funds for them. If you have concerns and do not wish to receive communications from your selected Network Partners, please contact us before registering for the event.
3. Corporate Partners
From time to time, Alberta Pet Assistance Foundation may share personally identifiable information with carefully selected corporate partners to provide contracted programs, products, or services. These corporate partners are required to protect the privacy of your personally identifiable information and not use or disclose it for any other purpose. To opt-out of mail and email offers, please contact us.
4. Outside Contractors
Alberta Pet Assistance Foundation may employ independent contractors, vendors, and suppliers (“Outside Contractors“) to provide specific services and products. Access to your personally identifiable information by these Outside Contractors is limited to the information reasonably necessary for them to perform their function. We require Outside Contractors to protect the privacy of your personally identifiable information consistent with this Privacy Policy.
5. Other
We may share aggregated demographic information with our funders or for diversity, equity, and inclusion purposes. For any formal education pursuits that you apply or enroll in, Alberta Pet Assistance Foundation will share your information as appropriate with the entity.
Alberta Pet Assistance Foundation may release personal information if required by Canadian law, legal processes, or to protect and defend the rights or property of the organization. In an emergency, we may disclose personal information to protect the personal safety of an identifiable visitor or the public.
How does Alberta Pet Assistance Foundation use cookies and pixel-based tracking?
The Alberta Pet Assistance Foundation Websites and Applications use “cookies,” “pixels,” and similar technologies to collect information about your website activities, measure advertising campaigns, ensure the integrity of registration and transactional processes, and display relevant and/or personalized content on the Websites and other media networks. Any personally identifiable information shared with or gathered by these media networks is considered confidential. To protect our visitors, we do not use these technologies to store payment or credit card information.
Most web and mobile browsers automatically accept cookies and pixels, but you can usually modify your browser settings to decline if you prefer. If you choose to decline the use of these technologies, you may not be able to fully experience the interactive features of the Alberta Pet Assistance Foundation Properties you visit.
How Does Alberta Pet Assistance Foundation Use My Email Address?
Alberta Pet Assistance Foundation sends emails to opted-in addresses only. Individuals who receive email from us may opt out of email at any time by following the opt-out instructions contained in any Alberta Pet Assistance Foundation email or by managing their preferences [here](link to preference management).
You may have an email profile on multiple Alberta Pet Assistance Foundation Websites, and you may need to manage your email preferences on those sites individually.
How Can I Manage My Communications Preferences?
There are many self-service options available to manage your mail, email, and other communication preferences. If you need assistance in managing your preferences, please [contact us](contact email).
In compliance with Canada’s Anti-Spam Legislation (CASL), all Alberta Pet Assistance Foundation emails also have an unsubscribe link in their footer. Note that some email lists for Alberta Pet Assistance Foundation programs may require you to opt out specifically from those email communications.
Text / SMS
Alberta Pet Assistance Foundation may send SMS messages through services that you have signed up for, including reservation and appointment reminders. Follow the prompts in any received text message to remove yourself from further text messages at any time.
How You Can Control the Use of Your Data?
While nonprofits are considered exempt for many new privacy regulations, including the Canadian Anti-Spam Legislation, at Alberta Pet Assistance Foundation, we are making a good faith effort to comply with the most important tenets of these new privacy laws:
Alberta Pet Assistance Foundation does not sell, rent, or exchange its supporter list.
If you have questions about the ways we’re using your personal information beyond what we’ve described above, please [contact us](contact email).
You may request the deletion of your personal information by [contacting us](contact email).
We will not discriminate in pricing or services against people who have requested actions under this privacy policy.
Canadian Privacy Considerations:
Alberta Pet Assistance Foundation acknowledges and adheres to Canadian privacy laws, including the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA), which governs the collection, use, and disclosure of personal information.
EU General Data Protection Regulation (“GDPR”) Considerations
Alberta Pet Assistance Foundation does not intend to solicit users from within the European Economic Area (EEA) to visit its Websites, Applications, or Social Media Sites. Alberta Pet Assistance Foundation commits to continue to follow safe data handling processes and will follow European data privacy laws and regulations to the extent applicable.
If the processing of your personal information is subject to the GDPR, and your personal information is processed based on legitimate interests, you have the right to object to the processing on grounds related to your specific situation.
If the processing of your personal information is subject to the GDPR, you also have certain rights to request to have your personal information deleted, request that your personal information be restricted, and to ask for portability of your personal information.
To the extent they are applicable, you can exercise these rights (including making these requests) by [emailing us](contact email). Please put the statement “GDPR Privacy Rights” in the subject of your request, as well as your name, country or region, and enough information to allow us to respond. If your use of our Websites, Applications, or Social Media Sites falls under GDPR regulations that are applicable to us, we agree, subject to any legally permitted exception or extension, to respond to access, deletion, rectification, or suspension requests within 30 days of receipt of the request.
Contact Information
Alberta Pet Assistance Foundation welcomes your comments regarding this Privacy Policy. If you have any questions or believe that Alberta Pet Assistance Foundation has not adhered to this policy, please contact Alberta Pet Assistance Foundation on our email address We will use commercially reasonable efforts to promptly determine and remedy the problem.