Cathedral Basilica Foundation of Newfoundland and Labrador
Effective Date: December 1st, 2025
1. Introduction
The Cathedral Basilica Foundation of Newfoundland and Labrador (“we,” “us,” “our”) is committed to protecting the privacy and personal information of visitors to our website (the “Site”).
This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information in accordance with applicable Canadian privacy laws, including the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA).
By using our Site, you consent to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.
2. Information We Collect
2.1 Information You Provide to Us
We may collect personal information that you share directly with us, including but not limited to:
- Name
- Email address
- Contact information
- Any information submitted through forms or direct correspondence
2.2 Newsletter Subscription
If you choose to subscribe to our newsletter, your email address and any related information you supply will be collected and processed by a third-party email service provider.
This provider operates under its own privacy policy and terms. We encourage you to review that provider’s policies for details on how your information is handled.
2.3 Automatically Collected Information (Cookies & Analytics)
When you use our Site, we may automatically collect:
- IP address
- Browser type
- Device information
- Pages viewed
- Time spent on pages
- Referring websites
This is collected through cookies and similar technologies.
3. Use of Analytics & Tracking Tools
3.1 Google Analytics
We use Google Analytics to understand how visitors interact with our Site. Google Analytics collects information such as page views, time on site, geographic location (approximate), and device/browser information.
Google may use the data collected to personalize its own advertising networks.
Learn more about how Google uses data here: “How Google uses information from sites or apps that use our services.”
You may opt out of Google Analytics using Google’s browser add-on.
3.2 Meta (Facebook) Pixel
We may use the Facebook Pixel to measure the effectiveness of our communications, understand visitor behaviour, and improve our outreach.
This may allow Facebook (Meta) to link your visit to your Facebook account if you are logged in.
Users can manage their Facebook ad settings within their Facebook account.
4. How We Use Your Information
We may use collected information for purposes including:
- Operating and maintaining the Site
- Improving user experience and Site performance
- Understanding usage trends
- Responding to inquiries and messages
- Sending newsletters or updates (if you subscribe)
- Supporting administrative, security, and internal operational functions
5. How We Share Information
We do not sell or rent your personal information.
We may share information with:
- Third-party service providers (e.g., newsletter services, analytics providers)
- Hosting providers or technical support services
- Authorities, when required by law or necessary to protect our legal rights
All third-party partners are required to maintain reasonable privacy and security protections.
6. Cookies & Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar tools to:
- Analyze Site usage
- Improve functionality
- Enhance user experience
You may disable cookies in your browser settings; however, some features may not function properly.
7. Data Storage & Security
We take reasonable steps to safeguard personal information using administrative, technical, and physical security controls.
However, no method of data transmission or storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
8. Data Retention
We retain personal information only as long as necessary for:
- The purposes for which it was collected
- Compliance with legal obligations
- Internal record-keeping requirements
9. Links to Third-Party Websites
Our Site may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those sites.
10. Your Rights
Depending on your place of residence in Canada, you may have rights including:
- Access to your personal information
- Correction of inaccuracies
- Withdrawal of consent (e.g., unsubscribing from newsletters)
- Request for deletion where applicable
To exercise your rights, contact us using the information below.
11. Children’s Privacy
Our Site is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.
12. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The “Effective Date” at the top will reflect the latest version.
Continued use of the Site constitutes acceptance of any changes.
13. Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or about our privacy practices, please contact us.