Privacy Policy

1. Information We Collect

We collect both personal information and non-personal information, depending on how you interact with the Site.

Personal Information

Personal information may include, where voluntarily provided:

• Name
• Email address
• Username or profile information
• Communications you send to us
• Content you choose to post or share
• Payment or transaction information (processed via third parties)

Certain optional information may also be requested to enhance your experience, including:

• Demographic information (such as age range or gender), provided voluntarily
• Affiliations (school, organization, employer)
• Location information, if you choose to share it, to help surface relevant opportunities
• Stories, posts, or community contributions

Providing this information is optional, unless required for a specific service.

Non-Personal Information

We may automatically collect non-identifying information such as:

• IP address
• Browser and device type
• Pages visited and time spent
• Links clicked and content viewed
• Referring URLs

This information is used for analytics, security, and site improvement.

2. Cookies and Similar Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to improve functionality and understand site usage.

Cookies may include:

• Functional cookies to remember preferences
• Analytical cookies to understand usage patterns
• Targeting cookies to improve relevance
• Third-party cookies set by integrated services

You may control cookies through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may affect site functionality.

3. Consent

By using the Site, you consent to the collection, use, and disclosure of your personal information as described in this Privacy Policy.

We obtain express consent where required by law, particularly for sensitive personal information or marketing communications.

You may withdraw consent at any time, subject to legal or contractual restrictions, by contacting us. Withdrawing consent may limit access to certain features.

If you provide personal information about another individual, you confirm that you have the authority and consent to do so.

4. How We Use Your Information

We use personal information to:

• Provide and operate the Site and Services
• Create and manage user accounts
• Communicate with users
• Customize and improve user experience
• Process payments and transactions
• Support community engagement
• Improve and develop new services
• Comply with legal obligations

We do not sell personal information.

5. How We Share Information

We may share personal information:

• With service providers performing functions on our behalf (e.g., hosting, analytics, payments)
• Where required by law or legal process
• To protect rights, safety, or security
• With other users, where profile fields or content are intentionally made public by you

Third-party service providers are contractually required to protect personal information and use it only for authorized purposes.

6. Data Storage and Retention

Personal information is retained only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected or as required by law.

Information may be stored or processed in Canada or other jurisdictions where our service providers operate, subject to appropriate safeguards.

7. Safeguarding Your Information

We use reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards, including:

• Role-based access controls
• Encryption where appropriate
• Monitoring for vulnerabilities
• Staff privacy training
• Periodic security reviews

No system can guarantee absolute security, and use of the Site is at your own risk.

8. Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Request access to your personal information
• Request corrections to inaccurate information
• Withdraw consent (subject to limitations)
• Request deletion where legally permissible
• File a privacy complaint

Requests may be made by contacting our Privacy Officer.

9. Children's Privacy

The Site is intended for users aged 13 and older.

We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 without parental or guardian consent. If such information is discovered, it will be deleted as soon as reasonably possible.

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Updates will be posted on the Site with a revised "Last Updated" date.

Continued use of the Site constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.

11. Contact & Privacy Officer

If you have questions, requests, or concerns regarding this Privacy Policy or your personal information, please contact:

You may also file a complaint with the Office of the Privacy Commissioner of Canada if concerns are not resolved.