Privacy Policy

The Town of Perth respects the privacy of its users and is committed to protecting your personal information in accordance with this Privacy Policy. This document explains how the Town of Perth Website manages and protects personally identifiable information collected from you through activities on our site and any services provided on the Town of Perth Website. It also details how you can contact us to ask questions, make suggestions, or update your personal information.

We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy regularly, as it may change over time. This policy does not apply to external sites or companies that are not owned or controlled by the Town of Perth.

INFORMATION WE COLLECT

While using the Town of Perth Website, we may collect two types of information: Personal Information and Non-Personal Information.

1. Personal Information
   Personal Information includes identifiable details such as your name, address, email, birth date, and gender. This information is collected when you voluntarily provide it, for example, by subscribing to updates or requesting information. We may also keep records of any correspondence with Town representatives to fully address any inquiries.

   Note: Business contact information, such as a person’s name, title, business address, email, or phone number, is not considered Personal Information.

2. Non-Personal Information
   Non-Personal Information is data of an anonymous nature, such as your Internet Protocol (IP) address, browser type, operating system, or the website you came from or visited after ours. It also includes aggregate data like demographic statistics, visitor numbers, and the average time spent on the Town of Perth Website.

   This information is collected automatically, for example, through cookies or web beacons, and helps us improve site functionality and user experience.

USE OF PERSONAL INFORMATION

Your Personal Information may be used for the following purposes:

• Providing Services and Information: To deliver information you’ve requested and to communicate updates or enhancements to the Town of Perth Website.

• Marketing Communications: With your consent, we may send you email updates or promotions about services, products, or events that may be of interest. You can opt out of these communications at any time by emailing contactus@perth.ca.

• Contests and Promotions: If you participate in a promotion on the Town of Perth Website, we may use your information to administer the promotion and communicate with you about your participation.

• Legal Purposes: We may use your information if we have reasonable grounds to believe it could assist in investigating or defending against legal issues, as well as in cases of potential law violations.

DISCLOSURE OF PERSONAL INFORMATION

We do not sell or rent your Personal Information to anyone. Your information may be disclosed to third parties only in the following situations:

• With Consent: When you provide specific consent to disclose your Personal Information.

• Service Providers: To trusted agents, suppliers, or service providers who assist us in delivering services on the Town of Perth Website, under strict confidentiality agreements.

• Legal Obligations: If required by law, such as in response to a court order, or to protect legal interests.

• Corporate Changes: In the event of a merger, amalgamation, or sale involving the Town of Perth, provided the new entity maintains the confidentiality of your information as outlined in this policy.

LINKS TO OTHER SITES

The Town of Perth Website may contain links to other sites. We strive to link only to sites that uphold high standards of privacy, but please note we are not responsible for the privacy practices of other sites. This Privacy Policy applies only to information collected through the Town of Perth Website.

SECURITY

We take the security of your Personal Information seriously. The Town of Perth Website uses a range of technical, contractual, administrative, and physical security measures to safeguard your data. Our employees are instructed to handle your information in accordance with this Privacy Policy and applicable laws.

CHANGES TO THIS PRIVACY POLICY

This Privacy Policy may be updated as new services are added or changes are made to existing ones. Any updates will be posted on the Town of Perth Website. Check the “Last Update” date at the top to confirm recent changes.

CONTACT US

If you have any questions, comments, or suggestions about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us at conactus@perth.ca.

Last Updated: November 7, 2024