Privacy Policy
Accountability
We are committed to maintaining your confidence and trust. We maintain the following privacy policy to protect the personal information that you provide online.
Purpose for Collecting Personal Information
We only collect personal information, by fair and lawful means, necessary to fulfill the following purposes:
Disclosure and Retention of Personal Information
CCHAP never trades or sells your personal information. We use this personal information to provide you with information. Your personal information collected is retained for an indefinite period and will be protected unless you request us to return or destroy certain or all of your information.
Accuracy of Personal Information
We make every effort to accurately record all information. If you notice any errors, or if your personal information has changed, please contact us to update your file.
Security and Protection of Personal Information
All personal information collected on ClimateTelling.info is knowingly and specifically supplied to us by you and other website users.
Personal information is stored in our database and in hard copy files. Electronic information stored in computers is password protected. Backup disks and hard copy paper files are kept in locked cabinets. Only a limited number of authorised CCHAP personnel have access to the secured personal information.
Personal information in paper format is destroyed through shredding. Electronic information is destroyed by deletion. If the hardware is discarded, the hard drive is physically destroyed.
“Cookies” are bits of information sent to your computer from a website through your browser program. Cookies help you access pages faster and allow our server to recognise you as you move from page to page. If you choose not to accept cookies, some sections of our site may not be available to you. ClimateTelling.info, in common with many web site operators, may use standard technology called "cookies" on its sites.
Access to Personal Information
If you provide us with your personal information, you are entitled to access this information from CCHAP. If you would like to see your personal information, please feel welcome to contact us. We will provide access to your personal information and provide any assistance required in understanding the nature of personal information that is in our possession. There is no cost to gain access to personal information.
We may ask that you put your request in writing. If we are unable to give access, we will inform you within 30 days, in writing, with the reasons for not giving access.
If you wish to make a formal complaint about our privacy practices, you may do so by writing to us. We will acknowledge receipt of your complaint, ensure that it is investigated promptly, and follow-up with you in writing.
Policy Updates and Changes
Due to the fast-changing nature of online technologies, CCHAP may change this policy from time to time. Changes may occur without warning and they will be reflected on this page.
Further Inquiries
Your privacy is important to us. If you have any questions about CCHAP’s Privacy Policy or concerns about the way your personal information is being used, please contact us.
Climate Change and Health Adaptation Program
Email: [email protected]
Further information on privacy and your rights in regard to your personal information may be obtained from the Privacy Commissioner at:
Privacy Commissioner of Canada
112 Kent Street
Ottawa, Ontario K1A 1H3
Tel: (613) 995-8210
Toll-Free: 1-800-282-1376
Fax: (613) 947-6859
TTY: (613) 992-9190
Email: [email protected]
Web: www.privcom.gc.ca
We are committed to maintaining your confidence and trust. We maintain the following privacy policy to protect the personal information that you provide online.
Purpose for Collecting Personal Information
We only collect personal information, by fair and lawful means, necessary to fulfill the following purposes:
- To notify individuals about Climate Change and Health Adaptation Program (CCHAP) and related activities, through electronic alerts, newsletters, brochures, reports, and educational and awareness resources
Disclosure and Retention of Personal Information
CCHAP never trades or sells your personal information. We use this personal information to provide you with information. Your personal information collected is retained for an indefinite period and will be protected unless you request us to return or destroy certain or all of your information.
Accuracy of Personal Information
We make every effort to accurately record all information. If you notice any errors, or if your personal information has changed, please contact us to update your file.
Security and Protection of Personal Information
All personal information collected on ClimateTelling.info is knowingly and specifically supplied to us by you and other website users.
Personal information is stored in our database and in hard copy files. Electronic information stored in computers is password protected. Backup disks and hard copy paper files are kept in locked cabinets. Only a limited number of authorised CCHAP personnel have access to the secured personal information.
Personal information in paper format is destroyed through shredding. Electronic information is destroyed by deletion. If the hardware is discarded, the hard drive is physically destroyed.
“Cookies” are bits of information sent to your computer from a website through your browser program. Cookies help you access pages faster and allow our server to recognise you as you move from page to page. If you choose not to accept cookies, some sections of our site may not be available to you. ClimateTelling.info, in common with many web site operators, may use standard technology called "cookies" on its sites.
Access to Personal Information
If you provide us with your personal information, you are entitled to access this information from CCHAP. If you would like to see your personal information, please feel welcome to contact us. We will provide access to your personal information and provide any assistance required in understanding the nature of personal information that is in our possession. There is no cost to gain access to personal information.
We may ask that you put your request in writing. If we are unable to give access, we will inform you within 30 days, in writing, with the reasons for not giving access.
If you wish to make a formal complaint about our privacy practices, you may do so by writing to us. We will acknowledge receipt of your complaint, ensure that it is investigated promptly, and follow-up with you in writing.
Policy Updates and Changes
Due to the fast-changing nature of online technologies, CCHAP may change this policy from time to time. Changes may occur without warning and they will be reflected on this page.
Further Inquiries
Your privacy is important to us. If you have any questions about CCHAP’s Privacy Policy or concerns about the way your personal information is being used, please contact us.
Climate Change and Health Adaptation Program
Email: [email protected]
Further information on privacy and your rights in regard to your personal information may be obtained from the Privacy Commissioner at:
Privacy Commissioner of Canada
112 Kent Street
Ottawa, Ontario K1A 1H3
Tel: (613) 995-8210
Toll-Free: 1-800-282-1376
Fax: (613) 947-6859
TTY: (613) 992-9190
Email: [email protected]
Web: www.privcom.gc.ca