DC17 Privacy Policy, Terms of Use &
Copyright Notice
Last Updated: December 2025

In Plain Terms

We believe in being clear and transparent about how your information is used.

• We only collect information needed to support members and visitors

• We do not sell your personal information—ever

• Your data is protected and only shared when necessary

• You can request access to or corrections of your information at any time

 

Who This Applies To

This policy applies to:

• Members

• Applicants

• Website visitors

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Privacy Policy

🔒 Information We Collect

We may collect personal information such as your name, contact details, and other relevant information when you interact with our website, submit forms, or communicate with us.

 

📊 How We Use Information

We use your information to:

• Provide services and respond to inquiries

• Support membership services and communication

• Improve our website and user experience

 

🔁 Sharing of Information

We do not sell your personal information.

Information may only be shared when necessary to:

• Deliver services

• Comply with legal obligations

• Support union operations in a secure and responsible manner

 

⚖️ Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Request access to your personal information

• Request corrections to your information

• Ask how your information is being used

 

Terms of Use

By accessing or using this website, you agree to use it responsibly and in accordance with applicable laws.

You agree not to:

• Misuse or attempt to disrupt the website

• Use the site for unlawful purposes

• Copy or distribute content without permission

We strive to keep information accurate and up to date, but do not guarantee completeness or accuracy at all times.

 

Copyright

All content on this website, including text, images, and materials, is the property of DC17 unless otherwise stated.

Content may not be reproduced, distributed, or used without prior written permission.

 

Contact Us

If you have any questions about this policy or how your information is handled, please contact us:

Email: office@dc17.ca

 

The Legal Version (For Those Who Love the Fine Print)

We’ve kept things simple above - but for completeness (and because our lawyers would want us to), here’s the more formal version.

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Privacy Policy

District Council 17 (“DC17”) is committed to protecting the privacy and security of personal information in accordance with applicable Canadian privacy legislation, including the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA).

 

DC17 may collect, use, and disclose personal information for purposes including, but not limited to:

• Providing services and responding to inquiries

• Administering membership and related activities

• Improving website functionality and user experience

 

Personal information will not be sold or otherwise disclosed to third parties except where required to fulfill the purposes identified above, comply with legal obligations, or where consent has been provided.

 

DC17 takes reasonable administrative, technical, and physical measures to safeguard personal information against unauthorized access, disclosure, or misuse.

 

Individuals have the right to request access to, and correction of, their personal information, subject to applicable legal limitations.

 

Terms of Use

By accessing or using this website, you acknowledge and agree to be bound by these Terms of Use and all applicable laws and regulations.

 

DC17 makes no representations or warranties regarding the accuracy, completeness, or reliability of any content on this website. All content is provided “as is” without warranty of any kind.

 

Under no circumstances shall DC17 be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, or consequential damages arising from the use of, or inability to use, this website.

 

Users agree not to engage in any activity that may interfere with or disrupt the functionality or security of the website.

 

Copyright

All content, materials, and intellectual property displayed on this website are owned by DC17 or used with permission, and are protected under applicable copyright and intellectual property laws.

Unauthorized use, reproduction, or distribution of any materials without prior written consent is strictly prohibited.