K9 Events respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website [www.k9run.ca] (the “Site”), sign up for events, subscribe to our newsletter, or otherwise interact with us online.

1. Information we collect: We may collect the following types of information:

• Personal Information: Name, email address, phone number, mailing address, dog details (if applicable), and other information you voluntarily provide through forms or registrations.
• Payment Information: If you make a purchase or donation, we may collect payment details (processed securely through third-party payment processors; we do not store payment info).
• Usage Data: IP address, browser type, pages visited, referring URL, and time/date of your visit collected via cookies and analytics tools (e.g., Google Analytics).

2. How we use your information: We use your information to:

• Process event registrations and purchases
• Send updates, newsletters, and marketing communications (with your consent)
• Respond to your questions or requests
• Improve our website and event experiences
• Comply with legal obligations

3. Sharing your information: We do not sell your personal information. We may share your information with:

• Service Providers (e.g., payment processors, email newsletter platforms)
• Event Partners and Sponsors (only with your consent)
• Authorities if required by law or to protect our rights and safety

4. Cookies and tracking: We use cookies and similar technologies to understand how visitors use our site and improve your experience. You can adjust your browser settings to refuse cookies, but this may affect site functionality.

5. Your rights and choices: You have the right to:

• Access, correct, or delete your personal information
• Withdraw consent for marketing emails (unsubscribe links are provided in each email)
• Request a copy of the data we hold about you

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at [email protected].

6. Data Security: We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your data. However, no method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure, so we cannot guarantee absolute security.

7. Children’s privacy: Our site is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from minors without parental consent.

8. Changes to this policy: We may update this Privacy Policy occasionally. Changes will be posted on this page with a revised “Last Updated” date. We encourage you to review it regularly.

9. Contact us: If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your information, please contact us at [email protected].