Privacy Policy

Last updated: January 2026

Introduction

Streams of Joy Calgary ("we," "us," "our") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website and use our services.

Information We Collect

We may collect information about you in a variety of ways. The information we may collect on the site includes:

  • Personal Data: Name, email address, phone number, mailing address, birthdate, and other information you voluntarily provide when registering, checking in, or contacting us.
  • Attendance Records: Information about your attendance at services and events.
  • Device Information: Browser type, IP address, and pages visited.
  • Cookies: We use cookies to enhance your experience.

How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

  • Manage member registration and check-in
  • Send you updates about services, events, and ministries
  • Facilitate prayer requests and pastoral care
  • Improve our website and services
  • Comply with legal obligations

Data Protection

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure.

PIPEDA Compliance

We comply with the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA). We only collect, use, and disclose personal information with your consent and for legitimate purposes. You have the right to:

  • Access your personal information
  • Request correction of inaccurate information
  • Withdraw consent for future collection and use
  • File a complaint with the Office of the Privacy Commissioner of Canada

Third-Party Services

We may use third-party services (e.g., Supabase, Cloudflare, Google Fonts) to operate our website and services. These services have their own privacy policies. We encourage you to review them.

Sharing Your Information

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share information only:

  • With your explicit consent
  • To provide services you've requested
  • To comply with legal obligations
  • To protect our rights, privacy, safety, or property

Children's Privacy

Our website is not directed to children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that we have collected such information, we will promptly delete it.

Policy Changes

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We encourage you to review it periodically for changes. Your continued use of our website constitutes acceptance of any modifications.

Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us at:

Streams of Joy Calgary
15 Royal Vista Way NW #170
Calgary, AB T3R 0N2
Email: admin@streamsofjoycalgary.org
Phone: Available upon request