Privacy Policy for John Garden, P.Eng, Ward 2 City of Calgary Council Candidate
Last Updated: June 10, 2025
Thank you for visiting www.johngarden.ca (the “Website”), operated by John Garden, P.Eng, Ward 2 City of Calgary Council Candidate (“we,” “us,” or “our”). We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of any personal information you provide. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our Website or engage with our campaign. By using the Website, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.
1. Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of information:
a. Personal Information
Personal information is data that can be used to identify you. We may collect:
Contact Information: Name, email address, phone number, mailing address.
Demographic Information: Age, gender, or other information you voluntarily provide (e.g., via surveys or forms).
Donation Information: Payment details processed securely through third-party payment processors.
Campaign Engagement: Information about your participation in events, volunteer sign-ups, or petition signatures.
b. Non-Personal Information
We may collect non-identifiable information, such as:
Usage Data: IP address, browser type, device information, pages visited, and time spent on the Website.
Cookies and Tracking Technologies: Data collected via cookies, web beacons, or similar technologies to enhance your experience and analyze Website performance.
c. Information from Third Parties
We may receive information about you from third-party sources, such as social media platforms or voter databases, in compliance with applicable laws.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use your information to:
Communicate with you about campaign updates, events, or fundraising efforts.
Process donations and issue confirmations.
Personalize your experience on the Website.
Analyze Website usage to improve our services.
Comply with legal obligations or respond to legal requests.
Send marketing communications, such as newsletters, if you have opted in (you may opt out at any time).
3. How We Share Your Information
We do not sell or rent your personal information. We may share your information with:
Service Providers: Third-party vendors (e.g., payment processors, email marketing platforms) who assist with campaign operations, subject to strict confidentiality agreements.
Legal Compliance: Government authorities or law enforcement if required by law or to protect our rights.
Campaign Partners: Affiliated organizations or coalitions, only with your consent or as permitted by law.
4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar technologies to:
Remember your preferences.
Track Website analytics.
Deliver targeted advertisements (if applicable).
You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may affect your experience on the Website.
5. Data Security
We implement reasonable physical, technical, and administrative measures to protect your information from unauthorized access, loss, or misuse. However, no online system is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
6. Your Choices and Rights
Depending on your location, you may have the following rights:
Access: Request a copy of the personal information we hold about you.
Correction: Request corrections to inaccurate or incomplete information.
Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information, subject to legal obligations.
Opt-Out: Unsubscribe from marketing communications via the “Unsubscribe” link in emails or by contacting us.
Do Not Track: We do not currently respond to “Do Not Track” signals, as there is no universal standard for such signals.
To exercise your rights, contact us at info@johngarden.ca.
7. Third-Party Links
Our Website may contain links to third-party websites (e.g., social media platforms or donation processors). We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these websites. Please review their privacy policies before providing personal information.
8. Children’s Privacy
Our Website is not intended for individuals under 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we learn that we have collected such information, we will take steps to delete it.
9. International Users
If you are accessing the Website from outside Canada, your information may be transferred to and processed in Canada. By using the Website, you consent to this transfer and processing in accordance with this Privacy Policy.
10. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will notify you of significant changes by posting the updated policy on the Website with a new “Last Updated” date. Please review this policy periodically.
11. Contact Us
If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at:
John Garden, P.Eng, Ward 2 City of Calgary Council Candidate
admin@johngarden.ca
#3, 559 Hurricane Drive, Calgary, Alberta, T3Z 3S8