Privacy Policy
The MEHRI Project ("TMP," "we," "us," or "our") is committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring that your personal information is handled responsibly. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and protect the information you provide to us when using our website (referred to as "Website") and participating in our programs and services.
1. Information We Collect
We collect personal and non-personal information when you interact with our Website, register for programs, or communicate with us. Personal Information
Name
Email address
Phone number
Address (optional, based on program requirements)
Demographic details, such as location or language preference (optional)
Non-Personal Information
Browser type and operating system
IP address
Website usage data (e.g., pages visited, time spent on site)
We collect this information through forms, cookies, and other tracking technologies to enhance your user experience.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use your information for the following purposes:
To process registrations for TMP programs, initiatives, and events.
To communicate updates, program details, and important notices.
To improve our Website and program offerings. To analyze website traffic and user behavior for better service delivery.
To comply with legal or regulatory requirements.
3. How We Protect Your Information
TMP takes the security of your information seriously. We implement industry-standard practices to safeguard your data, including:
Data Encryption: All personal data transmitted through our Website is encrypted using Secure Socket Layer (SSL) technology.
Access Control: Only authorized TMP staff have access to personal data.
Data Minimization: We only collect and retain the data necessary for our operations.
Regular Monitoring: Our systems are regularly updated and monitored to prevent unauthorized access or breaches.
4. Sharing Your Information
We do not sell or rent your personal information to third parties. However, we may share your data in the following cases:
With Your Consent: When you provide explicit permission to share your information.
Service Providers: With third-party providers who assist us in operating the Website or delivering programs (e.g., email services).
Legal Obligations: To comply with laws, regulations, or legal processes.
5. Your Privacy Rights
Depending on your location, you may have the following rights:
Access: Request a copy of the personal data we hold about you. Correction: Request corrections to inaccurate or incomplete data.
Deletion: Request deletion of your data where applicable.
Withdrawal of Consent: Withdraw consent for data processing at any time.
To exercise your rights, contact us at admin@themehriproject.org.
6. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
TMP uses cookies and similar technologies to enhance your browsing experience. Cookies may collect non-personal information such as: Browser type and settings
Preferences and saved settings
You can manage or disable cookies in your browser settings. Note that disabling cookies may affect the functionality of our Website.
7. Data Retention
We retain personal data for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy, comply with legal obligations, and resolve disputes. Once no longer needed, we securely delete or anonymize your information.
8. Children’s Privacy
TMP does not knowingly collect personal information from children under the age of 13 without parental consent. If we become aware that a child has provided us with personal data, we will delete it immediately.
9. International Users
TMP is based in Ontario, Canada, and governed by Canadian privacy laws. If you are accessing our Website from outside Canada, please note that your data will be transferred, stored, and processed in Canada.
10. Updates to This Privacy Policy
TMP may update this Privacy Policy to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. The updated policy will be posted on our Website with the Effective Date revised.
11. Contact Us
For questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or your data, please contact us:
Email: admin@themehriproject.org
Address: 1 Hunter Street East, G100
Hamilton, Ontario L8N 3W1