Effective Date: May 6, 2025
Green Neighbours Network of Toronto (GNN) is committed to protecting the privacy and personal information of our community members, volunteers, donors, and website visitors. This Privacy Notice outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your personal information.
INFORMATION WE COLLECT
We may collect the following types of personal information:
- Contact Information: Name, email address, mailing address, and phone number.
- Demographic Information: Such as neighborhood or ward, to better understand and serve our community.
- Engagement Details: Information about your group affiliations and participation in events, volunteer activities, surveys, or donations.
- Website Usage Data: IP address, browser type, pages visited, and other analytics data collected through cookies and similar technologies.
HOW WE USE YOUR INFORMATION
Your personal information may be used to:
- Communicate with you about events, initiatives, and updates relevant to GNN’s mission.
- Process donations and issue receipts.
- Manage volunteer and member participation.
- Enable networking.
- Conduct surveys and research to improve our programs and services.
- Maintain accurate records for internal administrative purposes.
CONSENT
By providing your personal information to GNN, you consent to its collection, use, and disclosure as outlined in this Privacy Notice. You may withdraw your consent at any time by contacting us at webmaster@gnntoronto.ca.
DISCLOSURE OF INFORMATION
GNN does not sell or rent personal information. We may share your information with:
- Service Providers: Third-party vendors who assist with operations such as email distribution, event registration, or donation processing, under strict confidentiality agreements.
- Legal Obligations: When required by law or to protect the rights and safety of GNN and its members.
DATA SECURITY
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to safeguard your personal information against unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is completely secure.
RETENTION OF INFORMATION
Personal information is retained only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected or as required by law. When no longer needed, information is securely destroyed or anonymized.
ACCESS AND CORRECTION
You have the right to access your personal information held by GNN and to request corrections if necessary. To do so, please contact us at webmaster@gnntoronto.ca.
THIRD-PARTY LINKS
Our website may contain links to external sites. GNN is not responsible for the privacy practices of these third parties. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing any personal information.
UPDATES TO THIS PRIVACY NOTICE
GNN may update this Privacy Notice from time to time. Any changes will be posted on our website with the revised effective date.
CONTACT US
For questions or concerns about this Privacy Notice or our data practices, please contact:
Green Neighbours Network of Toronto
📧 webmaster@gnntoronto.ca
🌐 www.gnntoronto.ca
