Privacy Policy
HMSEC respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal data in accordance with applicable laws in Canada (e.g., PIPEDA) and the United States (e.g., CCPA where applicable).
1. Information We Collect
We collect the following types of personal information:
- Full name
- Email address
- Phone number
- City and Province
- Event preferences
2. How We Use Your Information
We use your data to:
- Register you for events
- Communicate event updates and reminders
- Report anonymized participation metrics
- Improve our services and events
3. Legal Basis for Data Collection
Our data collection is based on:
- Your consent (opt-in forms)
- Our legitimate interest in organizing community events
4. Data Sharing
We do not sell, rent, or share your data with third parties. However, we may share your information with:
- Service providers (e.g., email platforms) under strict confidentiality agreements
- Law enforcement, if legally required
5. Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to secure your information. However, no online platform is 100% secure.
6. Your Rights
Depending on your location, you may have the right to:
- Access your data
- Correct inaccuracies
- Withdraw consent at any time
- Request deletion of your data
7. Retention Period
We retain your personal data only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected or as required by law.
8. Cookies and Analytics
We may use cookies or basic analytics tools to understand website usage, improve performance, and enhance user experience. You may opt out via browser settings.
9. Changes to This Policy
We may update this policy from time to time. The latest version will always be available on our website.
10. Contact Us
Questions or concerns? Contact our Data Privacy Officer at: 📧 privacy@hmsec.org
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