Privacy Policy

Introduction

At St. Catherines BIA, we understand the importance of the security of confidential information of all types including the protection of the privacy of personal information. This document sets out our policy regarding the security of confidential information and the collection, use and disclosure of personal information.

As a Local Board of the local Municipality under the Municipal Act or the Toronto Act (as applicable), St. Catherines BIA may have obligations under the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act., including in relation to the collection, use and disclosure of personal information.

Purposes of Collection, Use, Retention and Disclosure of Personal Information

St. Catherines BIA collects, uses, retains and discloses personal information of individuals who interact with the St. Catherines BIA (“Individuals”) as necessary to operate St. Catherines BIA, and to provide services and programs to St. Catherines BIA‘s stakeholders.

Privacy Officer

St. Catherines BIA has designated a Privacy Officer to whom inquiries regarding personal information should be directed. St. Catherines BIA‘s Privacy Officer (please see below).

Disclosure of Personal Information

St. Catherines BIA will disclose an Individual’s personal information only if consent is given by the relevant Individual or:

1. for purposes for which the information was obtained or for a consistent purpose (including without limitation to businesses that assist St. Catherines BIA in operating St. Catherines BIA and in providing services to St. Catherines BIA’s stakeholders including Individuals); and
2. when permitted or required by law.

Protecting Confidential Information, including Personal Information

St. Catherines BIA protects confidential information of all types, including personal information, with organizational, physical, mechanical and electronic safeguards appropriate to the sensitivity of the information.

Requests

An Individual may submit a written request to access their personal information retained by St. Catherines BIA.

All correspondence should be sent to the following address:
Rachel Braithwaite, Executive Director, St. Catherines BIA
Privacy Officer
80 King Street, Suite 14,
St. Catharines,
L2R 7G1
Email: rachel@mydowntown.ca