Maniwaki Native Friendship Centre

1. Who We Are

The Maniwaki Native Friendship Centre (“the Centre,” “we,” “us”) is a non-profit organization dedicated to improving the quality of life for urban Indigenous individuals and families in Maniwaki, Quebec. We provide support services, advocacy, information, and referrals to programs designed for Indigenous peoples living in or passing through the region. Our organization promotes holistic well-being, cultural activities, and helps ease the transition to urban living while fostering connections between Indigenous populations and local communities.

2. What Personal Data We Collect and Why

We collect only the personal data necessary to fulfill our mandate. The information we gather is primarily through our membership application form.

2.1 Membership Application Form

When you apply for membership with the Centre, we collect personal information such as:

Full name
Indigenous affiliation (if applicable)
Any additional information required for membership processing

We use this information solely to process membership applications, communicate with members, and manage membership records.

2.2 Cookies

Our website uses minimal cookies to enhance user experience and ensure basic site functionality. These cookies may include temporary session cookies that help with navigation or remember your preferences. We do not use cookies for tracking or advertising purposes. You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings. By continuing to use our website, you consent to our use of cookies as described in this policy.

2.3 Embedded Content from Other Websites

Articles on this site may include embedded content (e.g., videos, images, articles, etc.). Embedded content from other websites behaves as if the visitor had accessed those external websites directly. These third-party sites may collect data, use cookies, or perform additional tracking.

2.4 Analytics

We may use anonymized analytics data to improve our website and services, but we do not collect personally identifiable information for analytics purposes.

3. Who We Share Your Data With

We do not sell, trade, or rent personal information to third parties. The Centre only shares necessary data with:

Service providers assisting in website operations (e.g., web hosting, security providers)
Government or regulatory bodies if required by law
Automated spam detection services to protect the integrity of our website

4. How Long We Retain Your Data

Membership application data is retained for as long as necessary to manage membership records or as required by law.

5. Your Rights Over Your Data

You may request an exported file of the personal data we hold about you. You may also request the deletion of your data, except where retention is required for administrative, legal, or security purposes.

6. Where We Send Your Data

Visitor comments may be checked through an automated spam detection service. We do not transfer personal data outside of Canada unless required by law.

7. How We Protect Your Data

We implement appropriate security measures to safeguard personal information, including:

Secure access controls
Data encryption where applicable
Regular security audits

8. Data Breach Procedures

In the event of a data breach, we will notify affected users promptly and take necessary steps to mitigate any risks, in compliance with applicable privacy laws.

9. Third-Party Data

We do not receive personal data from third-party sources beyond the services required to operate our website.

10. Automated Decision-Making and Profiling

We do not use automated decision-making or profiling that affects website visitors or members.

11. Industry Regulatory Disclosure Requirements

We comply with applicable Canadian privacy laws, including Quebec’s privacy regulations and the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA).

12. Contact Information

For any privacy-related inquiries or requests, please contact us at:

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