Website Privacy Policy

Website Use and Data Collection

Our website address is: https://employabilities.ab.ca.

When you visit our website, we may automatically collect limited technical information such as your IP address, browser type, device type, pages visited, and the date and time of your visit. This information is used to help us understand how our website is used and to improve user experience. This information is generally collected in an aggregated and non-identifying manner.

Cookies:

Our website may use cookies or similar technologies to support basic website functionality and improve user experience. Cookies are small files stored on your device. You may disable cookies through your browser settings; however, some parts of the website may not function properly.

Online Forms and Information Collection:

Our website includes online forms that allow individuals to interact with our organization, including:

  • Individuals seeking information about programs and services
  • Employers requesting information or engaging with employment programs
  • Individuals or organizations applying for membership or related opportunities

Information We Collect:

Through these forms, we may collect personal information such as:

  • First and last name
  • Email address
  • Phone number
  • Preferred method of contact
  • Organization name (where applicable)
  • Information about how you heard about us
  • Any additional information you choose to provide

Depending on the purpose of the form, we may also collect additional information required to respond to inquiries, assess eligibility for programs, or support service delivery. This may include employment-related information and, where required for specific programs, limited sensitive information such as immigration status. This information is only collected where necessary and is used solely for the purpose of determining eligibility or providing appropriate services.

Storage and Protection of Information:

Personal information submitted through our website is stored securely within our website systems and is accessible only to authorized staff who require it to perform their duties. We take reasonable administrative and technical measures to protect personal information against unauthorized access, disclosure, or misuse.

Third-Party Services:

Our website uses Google reCAPTCHA to help prevent spam and automated submissions. This service may collect information such as IP address and interaction behaviour for security purposes. This information is processed in accordance with Google’s Privacy Policy.

Embedded Content:

Our website may include embedded content (such as videos, images, or social media content). Embedded content behaves as if you have visited the external website directly and may collect data, use cookies, and track interactions.

Comments:

Some areas of our website (such as blog posts) may allow visitors to leave comments. When you leave a comment, we may collect the information you provide, such as your name and email address, as well as technical information including your IP address and browser type. This information is used to manage and moderate comments and help prevent spam.

Comments may be reviewed before being published. Any information included in a comment may be visible to the public, and we encourage users not to include sensitive personal information.

Email Communications & Newsletter Subscriptions

We may offer opportunities to subscribe to email communications, including newsletters, program updates, employer engagement information, events, and fundraising initiatives.

Information We Collect:

When you subscribe, we may collect personal information such as your name, email address, and any additional information you choose to provide.

Consent to Receive Communications:

By subscribing, you consent to receive email communications from us, which may include updates about programs, services, events, and opportunities to engage with our organization.

How We Use Your Information:

We use your information to:

  • Send newsletters and updates
  • Share program, service, employer, and organizational information
  • Promote events and engagement opportunities
  • Communicate fundraising and organizational updates

Unsubscribe:

You may unsubscribe at any time by clicking the “unsubscribe” link in any email or by contacting us directly.

Email Service Providers:

We may use third-party email platforms to manage communications. These providers may store and process your information solely for the purpose of sending emails on our behalf.

Email Analytics:

We may collect information about email engagement, such as opens and clicks, to improve our communications.

Data Retention, Your Rights & Contact Information

Data Retention:

We retain personal information collected through our website, forms, and email communications only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected. This includes responding to inquiries, delivering programs and services, managing membership or employer relationships, and meeting legal, regulatory, funding, or administrative requirements.

If you unsubscribe from email communications, your information will be removed from active mailing lists, subject to any legal or administrative obligations.

Your Rights:

You may request access to the personal information we hold about you and may request corrections or deletion where appropriate. We will respond to such requests in accordance with applicable privacy legislation. We may retain certain information where required for legal, administrative, or reporting obligations.

Contact Us:

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or wish to access or correct your personal information, please contact us at: employ@employabilities.ab.ca