Marine Biodiversity Science Center

Privacy Policy

Privacy Policy

At the Marine Biodiversity & Sustainability Learning Center (“we,” “our,” or “the Center”), we are committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your personal information when you visit our website or interact with us.

1. Information We Collect

We collect personal information in the following ways:

  • When you contact us through forms, email, or phone

  • When you subscribe to newsletters or updates

  • When you register for events, programs, or volunteer opportunities

  • Automatically, through cookies and analytics tools that track website usage

Types of information may include your name, email address, phone number, postal address, and IP address.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

  • Respond to your inquiries and provide requested services

  • Share updates, news, and educational materials

  • Manage event and program registrations

  • Improve our website and outreach efforts

  • Comply with legal requirements and protect our rights

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information.

3. Cookies and Tracking

Our website may use cookies or analytics tools (such as Google Analytics) to understand user behavior and improve functionality. These tools collect anonymous data such as browser type, pages visited, and time spent on the site. You can disable cookies in your browser settings if you prefer.

4. Sharing Your Information

We only share your information when necessary:

  • With trusted service providers (e.g., email delivery or analytics) who assist us in operating the website

  • When legally required by government or regulatory authorities

  • To protect our rights, privacy, safety, or property

5. Your Rights

As a user, you have the right to:

  • Request access to your personal data

  • Ask for corrections to incorrect or outdated information

  • Withdraw your consent at any time

  • Request deletion of your data (where applicable)

To make any of these requests, please contact us using the details below.

6. Data Security

We take reasonable measures to protect your personal data from unauthorized access, disclosure, or loss. However, no method of internet transmission or storage is 100% secure.

7. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party sites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those sites.

8. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with a revised effective date.

9. Contact Us

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

Marine Biodiversity & Sustainability Learning Center
9528 25 Hwy
Halton Hills, Ontario L9T 2X7
Canada
📞 (905) 878-2725
✉️ info@marinebiodiversity.ca