Columbia College Website Privacy Policy

At Columbia College Calgary, we are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information. This Website Privacy Policy aligns with and complements the principles outlined in Columbia College's Personal Information And Protection Of Privacy Adm-P088.

The Columbia College Website Privacy Policy outlines the types of personal data we collect online, how we use it, and the steps we take to protect it. By using our website, you agree to the practices described in this policy.

Collection of Personal Information

We collect personal information only when voluntarily provided by users. This may include your name, email address, postal address, phone number, company name, and other contact details. Personal information is collected when you request information, sign up for our email list, participate in promotions, or use other services we offer.

How We Use Personal Information

We use the personal information we collect for the following purposes:

• To respond to your inquiries and provide the services you request.
• To improve our website, products, and services.
• To notify you of updates, events, and promotions.

SMS Consent and Phone Numbers

If you provide your phone number or SMS consent, it will be used solely for internal communications and the specific purposes you consented to. We will never share your phone number or SMS consent data with third parties, vendors, affiliates, or outside entities for marketing purposes.

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your online experience. Cookies allow our website to recognize you and personalize your experience. You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings. Please note that disabling cookies may affect your ability to use certain features of our website.

We may also use third-party advertising cookies to track the performance of ads on our site. These third-party cookies do not collect personally identifiable information.

Non-Personal Information

We may collect non-personal information such as IP addresses, browser types, and anonymous site usage data. This information helps us analyze trends, manage the site, and enhance user experiences.

Children’s Privacy

Our website is intended for users over the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under the age of 13 in compliance with the Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA). If we learn that we have inadvertently collected information from a child under 13, we will take steps to delete it.

Data Security

We implement reasonable security measures to protect your personal data from unauthorized access, use, or disclosure. However, no method of transmission over the internet is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

Data Retention

We retain personal information only as long as necessary for the purposes outlined in this policy or as required by law. Once information is no longer needed, we securely delete or anonymize it.

Sharing of Information

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred to the new owner as part of the business transition. You will be notified of any such transfer, and the new entity will be required to adhere to this privacy policy.

Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Access the personal data we hold about you.
• Request corrections or updates to your personal information.
• Request deletion of your personal data.
• Opt out of receiving marketing communications.
• To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the information provided below.

Updates to our Columbia College Website Privacy Policy

We may update the Columbia College Website Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. Any changes will be posted on this page, and if the changes are significant, we will notify you via email or a notice on our website.

Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this policy or how your information is handled, please contact us at registrar@columbia.ca.