PRIVACY POLICY

Last updated: 2025-11-28

Stardale Women’s Group Inc. (“Stardale”, “we”, “us”, or “our”) is committed to protecting the privacy of individuals who use our websites, online services, and related platforms. Our mission is to advance public benefit programming in support of Indigenous girls, young women, and their families through education, culture, safety, and community. We strive to handle personal information in a manner that is respectful, inclusive, and affirming.

This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect personal information in connection with:

  • Our websites and any affiliated online products and services we may develop and offer from time to time, including but not limited to the Stardale Curriculum for Indigenous Youth Suicide Prevention Program (the “Program”) (collectively, the “Services”); and

  • Any mobile applications or communication platforms related to the Services (collectively, the “Website”).

By accessing or using the Website or Services, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy and our Terms of Use. If you do not agree, you must not use the Website or Services.

1. Scope and Definitions

For the purposes of this Privacy Policy:

  • “Personal information” means information about an identifiable individual, as defined under applicable privacy laws (for example, name, contact information, or other details that can identify you).

  • “User Content” has the meaning given in the Terms of Use and includes any content you submit or post to the Website or to our social media accounts, or that you tag with a Stardale-promoted hashtag.

  • “Services” and “Website” have the meanings set out above and in the Terms of Use.

This Privacy Policy applies to personal information we collect through the Website and Services and through related communications (e.g., email). It does not apply to third-party websites or services that we do not control.

2. Personal Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of personal information:

2.1 Information You Provide Directly

You may provide personal information to us when you:

  • Access or use the Website or Services (including the Program);

  • Create an account or profile (if applicable);

  • Submit forms, applications, surveys, or questionnaires;

  • Upload, post, or share User Content;

  • Communicate with us by email or through contact forms;

  • Engage with us through social media or tag us in posts;

  • Register for, or participate in, our events, programs, or workshops.

Depending on the interaction, this may include:

  • Identification and contact details (e.g. name, email address, phone number, mailing address);

  • Demographic information (e.g. age range, community, role as a participant, caregiver, educator, or partner);

  • Information relating to your participation in the Program or other Services;

  • Any personal information you choose to include in User Content or in communications with us.

In the context of our programming for Indigenous girls and young women, some information may be sensitive (for example, information about mental health, cultural identity, or experiences shared during Program activities). We aim to collect only what is reasonably necessary for the purposes described in this Policy.

2.2 Information Collected Automatically

When you use the Website, we may automatically collect certain technical and usage information, such as:

  • IP address and general location (e.g. city or region);

  • Browser type, device type, operating system;

  • Pages visited, links clicked, time and date of visits;

  • Referring website or source;

  • Error logs and performance data.

We may use cookies, web beacons, and similar technologies to collect this information (see Section 5 – Cookies and Similar Technologies).

2.3 Information from Third Parties and Social Media

We may receive personal information about you from third parties, such as:

  • Social media platforms, if you interact with our accounts or tag content with a Stardale-promoted hashtag;

  • Service providers (e.g. analytics, hosting, or communications providers);

  • Partners or organizations involved in co-delivering programs or services, where permitted by law and appropriate consent has been obtained.

The information we receive will depend on the settings and policies of those third parties.

3. How We Use Personal Information

We may use your personal information for the following purposes:

  1. To provide and operate the Website and Services

    • Administering, maintaining, and improving the Website and Program.

    • Enabling you to access content, features, and tools.

  2. To support our mission and programming

    • Delivering educational, cultural, safety, and community-based programming for Indigenous girls, young women, and their families.

    • Evaluating and improving our programs and Services (often using de-identified or aggregated data).

  3. To communicate with you

    • Responding to your inquiries, requests, or complaints.

    • Sending you updates, administrative messages, and information related to the Services.

    • Providing newsletters or promotional communications where permitted by law or where you have consented.
      You may unsubscribe from certain communications at any time by following the instructions in the email or contacting us directly.

  4. To manage User Content and community features

    • Displaying and allowing others to interact with your User Content in accordance with your settings and the Terms of Use.

    • Using User Content for promotional, educational, and informational purposes as permitted under the Terms of Use.

  5. For security and legal purposes

    • Protecting the security and integrity of the Website and our systems.

    • Preventing, detecting, and investigating unauthorized or illegal activities (including harassment, abuse, or misuse of the Services).

    • Complying with applicable laws, regulations, and legal processes, and responding to lawful requests from authorities.

  6. For analytics and improvement

    • Understanding how our Website is used, in order to improve content, features, and user experience.

    • Conducting research, evaluation, and reporting (typically using aggregated or de-identified information).

Where required by law, we will obtain your consent before using your personal information for a purpose that is materially different from the purposes described above.

4. Legal Basis for Processing (Where Applicable)

Where privacy laws require a legal basis for processing, we may rely on one or more of the following:

  • Your consent (for example, where you sign up for communications or voluntarily provide information in Program activities or User Content);

  • Performance of an agreement with you (for example, to provide access to the Services under the Terms of Use);

  • Compliance with legal obligations;

  • Legitimate interests, such as maintaining the security of our systems, measuring the effectiveness of our Services, and advancing our charitable mission, provided these interests are not overridden by your rights and interests.

5. Cookies and Similar Technologies

We may use cookies and similar technologies (e.g. pixels, local storage, scripts) on the Website to:

  • Remember your preferences and settings;

  • Keep you signed in (where applicable);

  • Understand how you use the Website;

  • Improve performance and user experience;

  • Provide and measure the effectiveness of content.

You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings. Please note that if you disable some cookies, certain features of the Website may not function properly.

At this time, our Website may not respond to “Do Not Track” signals from browsers.

6. How We Share Personal Information

We do not sell your personal information. We may share personal information in the following circumstances:

6.1 Service Providers

We may share personal information with trusted third-party service providers who perform services on our behalf, such as:

  • Website and application hosting;

  • Data storage and backup;

  • Analytics and performance monitoring;

  • Email and communication services;

  • IT support and security.

These service providers are permitted to use personal information only to provide services to Stardale and are required to protect it appropriately.

6.2 Program Partners and Collaborators

We may share certain information (often de-identified or aggregated) with program partners, funders, or collaborators for the purpose of delivering, evaluating, or reporting on the Program and other Services, in accordance with applicable laws and any required consents.

6.3 Social Media and User Content

If you choose to submit or share User Content on the Website, on our social media accounts, or using a Stardale-promoted hashtag, that content may be visible to the public or to other users, depending on the platform and settings you choose. As described in the Terms of Use, we may use User Content in various media and for both commercial and non-commercial purposes.

You should avoid sharing sensitive personal information in public User Content, particularly information relating to minors or other individuals without their consent.

6.4 Legal and Safety

We may disclose personal information where required or permitted by law, including:

  • To comply with legal or regulatory obligations, court orders, or lawful requests from authorities;

  • To protect and defend the rights, property, or safety of Stardale, our users, program participants, or others;

  • To prevent or investigate potential wrongdoing in connection with the Services.

6.5 Business Transactions

In the event of a merger, restructuring, reorganization, dissolution, or other transfer of some or all of our assets, personal information may be transferred as part of that transaction, subject to appropriate safeguards and applicable law.

7. Third-Party Websites and Services

The Website may contain links to third-party websites or services that are not controlled by Stardale. As stated in our Terms of Use, we are not responsible for the privacy practices, content, or accuracy of materials on such third-party sites.

If you follow a link to a third-party website or use third-party services (including social media platforms), your use is subject to that third party’s own terms and privacy policies. We encourage you to review those policies before providing any personal information.

8. Children and Youth

Stardale’s mission includes support for Indigenous girls and young women, many of whom may be minors. We are committed to safeguarding the privacy and safety of youth.

  • Our online Services are intended to be used in a manner that respects the roles of parents, guardians, caregivers, and community leaders.

  • Where required by law, we will seek appropriate consent from a parent or legal guardian before collecting personal information directly from a child.

  • We encourage parents and guardians to supervise and participate in their children’s online activities and to help them make safe choices about sharing personal information.

If you are a parent or guardian and believe that we have collected personal information from a child in a way that is inconsistent with this Policy or applicable law, please contact us at stardalecharity@gmail.com so we can address the issue.

9. Security

We use reasonable physical, technical, and administrative safeguards designed to protect personal information against loss, theft, misuse, unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction.

However, as stated in our Terms of Use, the Internet is not a fully secure medium. No method of transmission or storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security. You are responsible for taking steps to protect your own information (for example, using strong passwords and limiting the information you share in public areas).

10. Retention of Personal Information

We retain personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, or as required or permitted by law (including for legal, accounting, or reporting requirements).

When personal information is no longer needed, we will securely destroy, delete, or anonymize it, in accordance with our policies and applicable law.

11. Your Rights and Choices

Depending on your location and applicable law, you may have the right to:

  • Access your personal information held by us;

  • Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete personal information;

  • Withdraw consent to certain uses of your personal information (where our processing is based on consent);

  • Opt out of commercial communications, such as newsletters or promotional emails;

  • Request deletion or anonymization of your personal information, subject to legal and contractual restrictions.

To exercise these rights, or to make a privacy-related inquiry or complaint, please contact us using the details in Section 13 – Contact Us. We may need to verify your identity before responding to your request. In some cases, legal obligations or legitimate interests may limit our ability to fully comply with your request, and we will explain this to you where appropriate.

12. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, legal requirements, or the Services. Any changes will be posted on the Website with an updated “Last updated” date at the top of this Policy.

Your continued use of the Website or Services after we post changes indicates your acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy. If you do not agree to the changes, you must stop using the Website and Services.

Where required by law, we will provide additional notice of material changes (for example, by email or prominent notice on the Website).

13. Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us at:

Stardale Women’s Group Inc.
Email: stardalecharity@gmail.com