Privacy Policy

Effective Date: April 16, 2024

Thank you for visiting the official website of the Vuntut Gwitch First Nation. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you access our website.

By using VGFN.ca, you consent to the data practices described in this Privacy Policy. Please review this Privacy Policy carefully before using the website.

Information We Collect

When you visit VGFN.ca, we may collect certain information about your visit automatically. This information may include your IP address, browser type, operating system, access times, and referring website addresses. We may also collect information about your usage and activity on the website, such as pages visited and links clicked.

We may use cookies and similar tracking technologies to collect this information. Cookies are small files stored on your device that help us improve your experience on the website and understand how you interact with it. You can instruct your browser to refuse all cookies or to indicate when a cookie is being sent. However, if you do not accept cookies, you may not be able to use some portions of VGFN.ca.

Use of Information

We may use the information we collect for various purposes, including:

To operate and maintain VGFN.ca;
To improve the website and its content;
To analyze usage trends and preferences;
To respond to your inquiries and requests;
To provide you with information, products, or services that you request from us;
To fulfill any other purpose for which you provide the information; and
For any other purpose with your consent.

Disclosure of Information

We may share your information with third parties in the following circumstances:

With service providers who assist us in operating VGFN.ca or providing services to you;
With government agencies or authorities as required by law or to comply with a legal obligation;
With third parties with your consent; and
As otherwise permitted or required by applicable law.

We may also disclose aggregated, anonymized information about our users that does not identify any individual.

Security

We are committed to protecting the security of your information. We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to safeguard your information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction.

Links to Third-Party Websites

VGFN.ca may contain links to third-party websites that are not operated or controlled by us. This Privacy Policy applies only to our website, and we are not responsible for the privacy practices of third-party websites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party websites that you visit.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes we make to this Privacy Policy will be posted on this page with an updated effective date. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes.