1. Our Commitment to Your Privacy

The Oak Bay Firefighters Charitable Foundation (OBFCF) is dedicated to protecting the privacy and confidentiality of our donors, supporters, volunteers, and website visitors. As a registered Canadian charity (CRA # 850474487RR0001), we uphold strict standards of integrity and accountability in managing personal information.

2. Information We Collect

We only collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us, which may include:

• Contact Information: Your name and email address when you subscribe to our newsletter, submit a contact inquiry, or participate in community events.
• Donation Details: When making a donation through our platform or partners (e.g., CanadaHelps), donor contact details are collected to issue official tax receipts. We do not store or process credit card or banking details directly on our servers.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information collected solely for purposes related to our charitable mission, including:

• Providing foundation updates, project milestones, and event notices.
• Responding to inquiries, sponsorship requests, and bursary applications.
• Fulfilling legal and CRA compliance requirements for registered charities.

4. Protection & Non-Disclosure of Information

We respect your trust. We do not sell, rent, trade, or share your personal information with third parties for marketing purposes under any circumstances. Access to personal information is restricted exclusively to authorized Foundation directors and volunteers who require it to perform charitable duties.

5. Third-Party Links & Services

Our website may contain links to reputable third-party platforms (such as CanadaHelps for secure donation processing). These external sites have independent privacy policies, and we encourage you to review their terms when visiting.

6. Opting Out & Your Choices

You may unsubscribe from our mailing list or update your communication preferences at any time. Simply click the "Unsubscribe" link in any of our emails or contact us directly at oakbayfirefighterscharitable@gmail.com.

7. Contacting Us

If you have any questions regarding this Privacy Policy or our data management practices, please contact us at: