Privacy Policy

Introduction

1 Peter 2:4-5 Ministries ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting the privacy of all individuals who interact with our organization. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your personal information when you visit our website or engage with our services. We comply with the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA) and applicable Canadian privacy legislation.

Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information:

• Contact Information: Name, email address, phone number, and mailing address when you voluntarily provide it through our contact form or sign-up for our programs.
• Communication Data: Content of messages you send us through our website contact form, email, or other communication channels.
• Website Usage Data: Information about how you interact with our website, including IP address, browser type, device information, pages visited, time spent on pages, and referring website addresses.
• Cookies and Similar Technologies: We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your browsing experience and analyze website traffic.

How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

• To respond to your inquiries and provide the information or services you request.
• To communicate with you about our ministry programs, events, and community activities.
• To improve and optimize our website and user experience.
• To maintain the security and integrity of our website.
• To comply with legal obligations and protect our rights.
• To coordinate volunteer activities and community programs.

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our website may use cookies — small text files stored on your device — to improve your browsing experience. You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences. Disabling cookies may affect the functionality of certain features on our website.

We may also use third-party analytics tools to help us understand how visitors use our website. These tools may collect information sent by your browser, including your IP address and the pages you visit.

Information Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share your information only in the following limited circumstances:

• With Your Consent: When you have given us explicit permission to share your information.
• Service Providers: With trusted third-party service providers who assist us in operating our website and conducting our ministry, subject to confidentiality agreements.
• Legal Requirements: When disclosure is required by law, regulation, legal process, or governmental request.
• Protection of Rights: When we believe disclosure is necessary to protect our rights, your safety, or the safety of others.

Data Security

We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical security measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no method of electronic transmission or storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

Data Retention

We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, comply with our legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce our agreements. When personal information is no longer needed, we will securely dispose of it.

Your Rights

Under Canadian privacy law, you have the right to:

• Access your personal information held by us.
• Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete personal information.
• Request deletion of your personal information, subject to legal and contractual restrictions.
• Withdraw consent to the collection, use, or disclosure of your personal information.
• File a complaint with the Office of the Privacy Commissioner of Canada if you believe your privacy rights have been violated.

Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites or services. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these external sites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party websites you visit.

Children's Privacy

We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under the age of 13 without parental consent. If you believe we have inadvertently collected information from a child under 13, please contact us immediately so we can take appropriate action.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, or legal requirements. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

Contact Us

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

• Organization: 1 Peter 2:4-5 Ministries
• Address: 1605 Greenway Drive, Parkhill, Ontario N0M 2K0
• Phone: (226) 377-0718
• Email: onepeter245ministries@hotmail.com
• Charity Registration: 805830577RR0001

Effective Date: January 1, 2025