Privacy Policy
Last updated: September 8, 2025
At Killick Ecovillage, we respect your privacy. This policy explains what information we collect when you visit our website, how we use it, and your rights under Canadian privacy laws.
Information We Collect
Personal information you share with us
If you fill out a contact form or sign up for updates, we collect the information you provide, such as your name and email address.
Basic website data
Our hosting provider automatically collects basic technical details, such as your IP address, browser type, and pages visited. This helps us keep our website secure and running smoothly.
Analytics data
We use Google Analytics to understand how people use our site.
Google Analytics collects information such as which pages you visit, how long you stay, and what type of device you use.
Google may collect your IP address, but we have settings enabled to anonymize it wherever possible.
This data is anonymous and helps us improve the website experience.
Learn more about how Google handles data in Google’s Privacy Policy.
You can opt out of Google Analytics tracking by using the Google Analytics Opt-Out Browser Add-on.
How We Use Your Information
We use your information to:
Respond to your messages or inquiries
Send updates if you’ve signed up for our mailing list (you can unsubscribe anytime)
Understand how visitors use our website so we can improve it
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information.
We do not use advertising or remarketing tools.
Cookies
Our website uses cookies to:
Help the site function properly
Collect anonymous analytics data through Google Analytics
You can control or delete cookies at any time through your browser settings.
Third-Party Services
We work with trusted third-party providers such as:
- Google Analytics (website analytics)
- Website hosting services
- Email management tools
These providers are only given the information needed to do their work and must keep it secure and confidential.
Your Rights Under Canadian Law (PIPEDA)
As a Canadian organization, we follow PIPEDA (Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act).
This means you have the right to:
Request access to the personal information we hold about you
Ask us to correct any inaccurate or outdated information
Withdraw consent for us to use your personal information
Request that we delete your personal information, subject to any legal requirements
To exercise these rights, please contact us using the details below. We will respond within a reasonable timeframe as required by law.
Your Choices
You can unsubscribe from our emails at any time using the link provided in each message.
You can opt out of Google Analytics tracking by using the Google Analytics Opt-Out Browser Add-on.
You can ask us to delete any personal information we hold about you by emailing us directly.
Contact Us
If you have questions about this policy or how we handle your data, please reach out to us:
Email: killick.ecovillage@gmail.com
Website: killickecovillage.ca