PRIVACY POLICY
Last updated: January 18, 2026
This Privacy Policy explains how personal information is collected, used, disclosed, and protected when you visit www.rosemariebuchanan.ca (the “Website”). This Website is owned and operated by Rosemarie Buchanan, a Canadian resident. The Website operates in accordance with applicable Canadian privacy laws, including the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA).
By using this Website, you consent to the collection and use of information as described in this Privacy Policy.
1. Information We Collect
The Website may collect the following types of information:
a) Personal Information
Personal information is collected only when you voluntarily provide it. This may include:
- Your name
- Your email address
- Any information you choose to submit through a contact form or email communication
Personal information is collected for identified purposes and is limited to what is reasonably necessary for those purposes.
b) Non-Personal Information
Non-personal information may be collected automatically when you visit the Website, including:
- Browser type and version
- Device type
- Pages visited and time spent on the Website
- Referring website addresses
- General geographic information (such as country or region)
This information does not personally identify you and is used for website analytics and performance monitoring.
2. Purpose of Collection
Information collected through the Website may be used for the following purposes:
- To respond to inquiries or communications
- To operate and maintain the Website
- To improve content, functionality, and user experience
- To understand how visitors use the Website
- To protect the security and integrity of the Website
Personal information is not used for purposes other than those identified at the time of collection, unless consent is obtained or otherwise permitted by law.
3. Consent
By voluntarily providing personal information through the Website, you consent to its collection, use, and storage in accordance with this Privacy Policy. You may withdraw your consent at any time, subject to legal or contractual restrictions, by contacting the Website owner using the contact information provided below.
4. Cookies and Analytics
The Website may use cookies or similar technologies to enhance functionality and analyze website traffic. Cookies may be used to:
- Understand visitor behaviour
- Monitor website performance
- Improve content and usability
You can control or disable cookies through your browser settings. Please note that disabling cookies may affect certain features of the Website.
5. Third-Party Service Providers
The Website may use third-party service providers, such as website analytics tools (for example, Google Analytics), to assist in understanding how the Website is used. These providers may collect and process information on servers located outside of Canada.
When information is processed outside of Canada, it may be subject to the laws of the jurisdiction in which it is stored or processed. Reasonable steps are taken to ensure that such service providers protect information in a manner consistent with this Privacy Policy.
6. Disclosure of Information
Personal information is not sold, rented, or traded. Information may be disclosed only in the following circumstances:
- To service providers assisting in website operations
- When required by law or legal process
- To protect the rights, safety, or security of the Website or its users
7. Safeguards
Reasonable administrative, technical, and organizational safeguards are used to protect personal information against loss, theft, unauthorized access, disclosure, copying, or modification. While every effort is made to protect information, no method of transmission over the internet is completely secure.
8. Access and Accuracy
You may request access to the personal information held about you and request corrections if the information is inaccurate or incomplete, subject to applicable legal limitations. Requests may be made using the contact information below.
9. Retention of Information
Personal information is retained only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, or as required by law.
10. Children’s Information
The Website is not intended for individuals under the age of 13. Personal information from children is not knowingly collected.
11. External Links
The Website may contain links to third-party websites. This Privacy Policy applies only to this Website. Visitors are encouraged to review the privacy policies of any external sites they visit.
12. Changes to This Privacy Policy
This Privacy Policy may be updated from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date. Continued use of the Website constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.
13. Contact Information
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or the handling of personal information, please contact me.
Website: www.rosemariebuchanan.ca