Last Updated: January 2025

Young Golden Age Club Inc. ("we," "us," or "our") is committed to protecting the privacy and personal information of our members, visitors, and website users. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website or interact with our organization.

1. Information We Collect

Personal Information

We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us, including:

• Name and contact information (address, phone number, email)
• Membership information and preferences
• Donation and payment information (processed securely)
• Emergency contact details
• Health information relevant to fitness programs (with consent)
• Any information you provide through our contact forms

Automatically Collected Information

When you visit our website, we may automatically collect certain information about your device and usage patterns, including:

• IP address and browser type
• Device information and operating system
• Pages visited and time spent on the site
• Referring website addresses

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

• Member Services: To manage memberships, communicate about programs and events, and provide services to our community
• Communication: To respond to inquiries, send newsletters, and share information about club activities
• Donations: To process and acknowledge charitable donations and issue tax receipts
• Safety: To ensure the safety of our members during fitness programs and events
• Improvement: To improve our website, programs, and services
• Legal Compliance: To comply with applicable laws and regulations

3. Information Sharing

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

• Service Providers: With trusted vendors who assist us in operating our organization (e.g., payment processors), bound by confidentiality agreements
• Legal Requirements: When required by law, court order, or government regulation
• Safety: To protect the rights, property, or safety of our organization, members, or others
• Consent: With your explicit consent for specific purposes

4. Data Security

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 or electronic storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

5. Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Access the personal information we hold about you
• Request correction of inaccurate information
• Request deletion of your personal information (subject to legal obligations)
• Opt out of receiving promotional communications
• Withdraw consent where processing is based on consent

To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information provided below.

6. Cookies and Tracking

Our website may use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your browsing experience. Cookies are small files stored on your device that help us understand how you interact with our website. You can control cookies through your browser settings, though disabling them may affect website functionality.

7. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these external sites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.

8. Children's Privacy

Our website and services are primarily intended for seniors and adults. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that we have collected such information, we will take steps to delete it.

9. Data Retention

We retain personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce our agreements. Membership records are retained for the duration of membership plus an additional period as required by law.

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we make changes, we will update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this page. We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about how we protect your information.

11. Contact Us

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

Young Golden Age Club Inc.
Box 314
Young, Saskatchewan S0K 4Y0
Phone: (306) 966-8552
Email: YoungGoldenAgeClub@hotmail.com

Registered Charity Number: 119235331RR0001

12. Charitable Organization Statement

Young Golden Age Club Inc. is a registered Canadian charity. As such, we are subject to the regulations of the Canada Revenue Agency and are committed to maintaining the highest standards of transparency and accountability in our operations, including our handling of personal information.