Cookie Policy
This policy explains how EFBCS uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on our website, and the choices available to you.
Last updated: June 1, 2025 | Empowering Futures, Building Communities Society (EFBCS) | Calgary, Alberta, Canada
1. What Are Cookies
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile phone) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites function properly, improve performance, and provide information to website owners.
Similar technologies — including web beacons, pixel tags, and local storage — may also be used in conjunction with cookies to collect information about how our website is used. This policy refers to all such technologies collectively as "cookies."
2. Legal Basis
Under the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA) and the Personal Information Protection Act (PIPA) of Alberta, EFBCS is required to inform individuals about any collection of personal information through our website, including information collected through cookies.
Where cookies collect personal information (such as IP addresses or identifiers linked to your device), we rely on your informed consent or legitimate interest, as described below.
3. Types of Cookies We Use
EFBCS uses the following categories of cookies:
These cookies are essential for our website to function and cannot be switched off. They are set in response to actions you take, such as submitting forms or navigating pages. They do not collect personally identifiable information.
We use Google Analytics to collect anonymized data about how visitors use our website — including pages visited, time spent, and traffic sources. This helps us improve the website experience. No personally identifiable information is collected. Google Analytics operates under its own Privacy Policy.
These cookies enable enhanced functionality, such as remembering your preferences (e.g., language or accessibility settings). Disabling them may affect certain website features.
EFBCS does not use advertising, targeting, or third-party marketing cookies. We do not track users for commercial advertising purposes.
4. Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies on our website may be set by third-party services we use to deliver content or analyze traffic. These include:
- Google Analytics — website usage analytics. See Google's Privacy Policy
- Embedded content — pages that contain embedded video or social media content may result in cookies from those third-party platforms (e.g., YouTube, Facebook). EFBCS does not control these cookies.
We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party services whose content appears on our website.
5. Your Choices and How to Control Cookies
You have several options for managing cookies:
- Browser settings:Most browsers allow you to refuse, delete, or be notified about cookies through your browser settings. Refer to your browser's help documentation for instructions. Note that disabling cookies may affect the functionality of our website.
- Google Analytics opt-out: You may opt out of Google Analytics tracking by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.
- Do Not Track:Some browsers support a "Do Not Track" signal. We respect Do Not Track signals where technically feasible.
By continuing to use our website without adjusting your browser settings, you consent to our use of cookies as described in this policy.
6. Data Retention
Cookies set by EFBCS are retained for varying periods depending on their type:
- Session cookies are temporary and are deleted when you close your browser.
- Persistent cookies remain on your device for a set period (typically up to 24 months) or until deleted manually.
- Analytics data collected through Google Analytics is retained for 26 months by default, in accordance with Google's data retention settings.
7. Contact Us
If you have questions about this Cookie Policy or how EFBCS uses tracking technologies, please contact us:
Calgary, Alberta, Canada
Email: info@efbcs.ca
Website: www.efbcs.ca
8. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legal requirements, or organizational practices. The most current version will be posted on our website with the updated effective date.