Privacy Policy

Privacy PolicyLast updated: January 23 2026​
 

The Bosniak Canadian Society of Calgary is based in Calgary, Alberta, Canada. We are committed to protecting your privacy and handling personal information in accordance with Canada’s Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA).

This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website or contact us through our web forms.
 

1. Information We Collect

We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide, including:

• Name (if provided)

• Email address

• Questions, messages, or other content submitted through our web forms

We may also collect limited technical information automatically, such as:

• IP address

• Browser type and device information

• Pages visited and general site usage data
   

2. How We Use Your Information

We collect and use personal information for the following purposes:

• To respond to questions or messages you submit

• To communicate with you regarding your inquiry

• To improve our website and community services

• To maintain website security and prevent misuse

We only collect information that is reasonably necessary for these purposes.
 

3. Consent

By submitting information through our website, you consent to the collection, use, and disclosure of your information as described in this Privacy Policy.

You may withdraw your consent at any time, subject to legal or contractual restrictions, by contacting us.

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4. Cookies and Website Analytics

Our website may use cookies or similar technologies to improve functionality and understand how visitors use our site. You can control or disable cookies through your browser settings.

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5. Disclosure of Information

We do not sell or rent your personal information.

We may share your information only in the following circumstances:

• With trusted service providers who help us operate our website (such as hosting or form-processing services)

• If required by law, regulation, or legal process

• To protect the rights, safety, or security of our community, users, or website

Any third parties we use are required to protect your information.

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6. Data Retention

We retain personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, or as required by law.
 

7. Safeguards

We use reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect personal information against loss, unauthorized access, disclosure, or misuse. However, no internet transmission is completely secure.

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8. Access and Correction

Under PIPEDA, you have the right to:

• Request access to the personal information we hold about you

• Request corrections to inaccurate or incomplete information

Requests can be made using the contact information below.

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9. Children’s Privacy

Our website is intended for a general audience and is not directed to children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.

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10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date.

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11. Contact Information

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us:

Email: bihcalgary@gmail.com
Location: Calgary, Alberta, Canada