Privacy Policy

Before Using Our Website

Please read this Privacy Policy carefully before using the Canadian Tamil Professionals Association website or any related online platforms operated by CTPA.

This Privacy Policy applies to Canadian Tamil Professionals Association, also referred to as CTPA, and explains how we gather, use, disclose, and protect information on this site and our other websites, collectively referred to as our “Sites.”

By using our Sites, you acknowledge and consent to this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with this Privacy Policy, please do not continue to use our Sites.

Our Commitment to Privacy

CTPA is committed to providing safe websites for visitors and protecting the privacy of those who use our Sites. We comply with applicable Canadian federal and provincial privacy laws and regulations, including the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act.

Links to Other Websites

Our Sites may include links to third-party websites. This Privacy Policy only applies to CTPA’s Sites and does not apply to external websites operated by other companies or organizations.

These external links are provided for convenience and informational purposes only. CTPA does not endorse and is not responsible for the content, privacy practices, or policies of linked third-party websites.

Collection of Personal Information

Personal information refers to information that can identify you as an individual, such as your name, address, email address, phone number, or other details you voluntarily provide.

You are generally not required to register or provide personal information to access our Sites. However, certain sections may ask you to provide information through forms, surveys, event registrations, feedback submissions, newsletters, contests, or other communications.

How We Use Information

Information collected through our Sites may be used to better understand visitor interests, improve our website content, support future site development, respond to inquiries, and provide information about CTPA programs, events, initiatives, and opportunities.

If you have indicated that you would like to receive updates from CTPA, we may use your information to send promotional or informational materials related to our organization, events, programs, and services.

Promotional and Informational Offers

With your permission, information submitted through registrations, forms, or other online submissions may be used by CTPA for marketing and promotional purposes.

If you no longer wish to receive communications or would like to update your personal information, please contact us using the contact information provided below.

Disclosure of Information

CTPA will not disclose personal information submitted through our Sites to third parties, except where required by this Privacy Policy, where necessary through authorized CTPA agents, or where required by law, regulation, warrant, subpoena, court order, or other legal process.

In some cases, personal information may be stored or processed outside of Canada and may be subject to the privacy laws of those jurisdictions.

Cookies

Like many websites, CTPA may use cookies on its Sites. Cookies are small data files downloaded to your computer or device when you visit a website.

You can disable cookies through your browser settings. However, some areas of the Sites may not function properly if cookies are disabled.

Protection of Children Online

CTPA considers the protection of children’s privacy, especially online, to be important. We do not knowingly collect or solicit personal information from children.

Protection of Information

CTPA uses reasonable physical, electronic, and administrative safeguards to help protect information collected online, prevent unauthorized access, maintain data security, and ensure information is used appropriately.

Personal information may be stored on CTPA databases or with third-party service providers who support our operations and are expected to handle information in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

Media Release

CTPA, its Board of Directors, team members, representatives, and persons acting under CTPA’s authority may capture and use photographs, video, audio, or other recordings of event attendees for the purpose of promoting CTPA events, programs, services, and related communications.

These materials may be used across print, digital, online, television, film, radio, and other media formats for marketing, publicity, and communications purposes.

Policy Changes

If CTPA updates this Privacy Policy, any changes will be posted on this page so visitors remain informed about what information we collect, how we use it, and under what circumstances it may be disclosed.

Acceptance of This Privacy Policy

By using this Site or any other CTPA website, you signify your acceptance of this Privacy Policy and agree to the terms posted on the Site. By submitting your information, you agree that it will be governed by this Privacy Policy.