Amherst Fire Fighter's Association, is committed to protecting the privacy of our users. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your information when you use the Nova Scotia 50/50 Firefighters app. By using our app, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.

1. Information We Collect

1.1 Personal Information We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us when you register for an account, or communicate with us. This information may include:

Name
Email address
Mailing address
Phone number

1.2 Non-Personal Information We may collect non-personal information automatically as you use our app. This information may include:

Device information (e.g., device type, operating system)
Usage data (e.g., pages viewed, time spent on the app)
IP address

2. How We Use Your Information

2.1 Personal Information We use your personal information to:

Communicate with you about your account and transactions
Send you updates, promotions, and other information related to our services
Improve our app and services
Comply with legal and regulatory requirements

2.2 Non-Personal Information We use non-personal information to:

Analyze app usage and improve our services
Enhance the user experience
Monitor and prevent fraud and abuse

3. How We Share Your Information

3.1 Service Providers We may share your information with third-party service providers who assist us in operating our app, and providing services to you. These service providers are required to protect your information and use it only for the purposes for which it was disclosed.

3.2 Legal Requirements We may disclose your information if required to do so by law or in response to valid requests by public authorities (e.g., a court or government agency).

3.3 Business Transfers If Amherst Fire Fighter's Association, is involved in a change in contest management, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction. We will notify you before your information is transferred and becomes subject to a different privacy policy.

4. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

5. Your Privacy Rights

You have the right to access, correct, or delete your personal information. You may also object to the processing of your personal information or request that we restrict the processing of your personal information. To exercise these rights, please contact us at [email protected].

6. Children's Privacy

Our app is not intended for use by children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that we have collected personal information from a child under 13, we will take steps to delete such information.

7. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on our app. You are advised to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes. Changes to this Privacy Policy are effective when they are posted on this page.

8. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to track the activity on our app and hold certain information. Cookies are files with small amounts of data which may include an anonymous unique identifier. You can instruct your browser to refuse all cookies or to indicate when a cookie is being sent. However, if you do not accept cookies, you may not be able to use some portions of our app.

9. Third-Party Links

Our app may contain links to third-party websites or services that are not owned or controlled by Amherst Fire Fighter's Association. We have no control over, and assume no responsibility for, the content, privacy policies, or practices of any third-party websites or services. We advise you to read the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.

10. Data Retention

We will retain your personal information only for as long as is necessary for the purposes set out in this Privacy Policy. We will retain and use your personal information to the extent necessary to comply with our legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce our policies.

11. International Data Transfers

If applicable, your information, including personal information, may be transferred to—and maintained on—computers located outside of your province, country, or other governmental jurisdiction where the data protection laws may differ from those of your jurisdiction. We will take all steps reasonably necessary to ensure that your data is treated securely and in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

12. User Consent

By using our app, you consent to our collection, use, and sharing of your information as described in this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with this Privacy Policy, please do not use our app. You can withdraw your consent at any time by contacting us at [email protected].

13. Regulatory Compliance

We comply with the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA) and other applicable Canadian privacy legislation, as well as any relevant provincial regulations for Nova Scotia.

14. Contact Information

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us:

By email: [email protected]
By mail: PO Box 533 Amherst NS B4H 4A1

15. User Account Security

We encourage you to maintain the security of your account by using a strong password and enabling two-factor authentication if available. Please notify us immediately if you suspect any unauthorized access to your account.

16. Data Breach Procedures

In the event of a data breach, we will notify affected users and relevant authorities within the legally required timeframe. We will provide information on the nature of the breach, the affected data, and any steps users should take to protect themselves.

17. Marketing Communications

With your consent, we may send you marketing communications about our services and promotions. You can opt out of receiving marketing communications at any time by following the unsubscribe instructions provided in the communications or by contacting us at [email protected].

18. Data Anonymization and Aggregation

We may anonymize and aggregate your data to analyze trends and improve our services. This anonymized data cannot be used to identify you and may be shared with third parties for research or marketing purposes.