Privacy Policy

Effective Date: July 2, 2026

Privacy Policy for MattPaulWard4.ca

The Matt Paul for Ward 4 Campaign (“the Campaign,” “we,” “our,” or “us”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting the personal information you provide when visiting MattPaulWard4.ca.

This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and the choices available to you.

Information We Collect

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

Name
Email address
Telephone number
Mailing address (if provided)
Postal code
Messages submitted through our contact forms
Volunteer information
Event registration information
Donation inquiries or sponsorship inquiries (where applicable)

We only collect information that is reasonably necessary for campaign communication and engagement.

Website Usage Information

Like most websites, we may automatically collect limited technical information, including:

IP address
Browser type
Device information
Operating system
Date and time of visits
Pages viewed
Referral websites

This information helps us understand how visitors use the website and improve its performance.

Cookies

MattPaulWard4.ca may use cookies and similar technologies to:

Improve website functionality
Remember visitor preferences
Measure website traffic
Improve user experience

You may disable cookies through your browser settings; however, some website features may not function properly.

How We Use Your Information

Personal information may be used to:

Respond to inquiries
Provide campaign updates
Send newsletters or announcements (if you subscribe)
Coordinate volunteers
Respond to event registrations
Improve website content
Better understand issues important to Ward 4 residents

We will not sell your personal information.

Email Communications

If you subscribe to campaign updates, you may receive periodic emails regarding:

Campaign news
Community events
Volunteer opportunities
Public meetings
Election information

You may unsubscribe at any time using the unsubscribe link contained in campaign emails or by contacting us directly.

Sharing Your Information

We do not sell, rent, or trade personal information.

Information may be shared only:

With authorized campaign volunteers or staff where necessary
With service providers who assist in operating the website or email communications
Where required by law

Data Security

We take reasonable administrative and technical measures to protect personal information against unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction.

While no website can guarantee absolute security, we strive to protect all information entrusted to us.

Third-Party Websites

MattPaulWard4.ca may contain links to external websites.

Once you leave our website, this Privacy Policy no longer applies. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party websites you visit.

Social Media

The Campaign maintains social media accounts to communicate with residents.

If you interact with us through platforms such as Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, or X (formerly Twitter), your interactions are also governed by the privacy policies of those respective platforms.

Children’s Privacy

MattPaulWard4.ca is intended for general audiences.

We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under the age of 13 without appropriate parental or guardian involvement.

Your Privacy Choices

You may request to:

Access personal information we hold about you
Correct inaccurate information
Update your contact information
Withdraw consent for future communications
Request deletion of personal information where appropriate

Requests may be submitted using the contact information below.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes to our website or campaign activities.

Any revisions will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.

Contact Us

If you have questions regarding this Privacy Policy or your personal information, please contact:

Matt Paul for Ward 4 Campaign

Website: www.MattPaulWard4.ca

Email: Councillor@MattPaulWard4.ca

Phone: 905-471-2828

Commitment to Respect

The Matt Paul for Ward 4 Campaign believes that earning the trust of residents begins with respecting their privacy. We are committed to handling personal information responsibly, transparently, and with care while engaging with the community throughout the election campaign.