Wabauskang First Nation (“we,” “our,” or “us”) is committed to protecting the privacy of our website visitors and community members. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your personal information when you visit our website or use our services.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information:

🔹 Personal Information:

• Name, email address, phone number, mailing address (if provided voluntarily).
• Login credentials (for restricted-access pages).

🔹 Non-Personal Information:

• Browser type, IP address, and device information.
• Pages visited, time spent on the site, and interaction data.

🔹 Sensitive Information:

• If required for community services, we may collect additional details with your consent.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information collected for the following purposes:

✅ To provide and improve our services.
✅ To manage user access to password-protected content.
✅ To send important community updates and emergency alerts.
✅ To track and monitor website usage for security and improvements.
✅ To comply with legal requirements and protect community interests.

3. Sharing & Disclosure of Information

We do not sell or trade your personal information. However, we may share your data in the following cases:

🔹 With Service Providers: If we use third-party tools for website analytics, hosting, or communication.
🔹 For Legal Compliance: If required by law, such as responding to legal requests or protecting community rights.
🔹 For Security & Fraud Prevention: To investigate unauthorized access or violations of our Terms & Conditions.

4. Document & Password Protection Policy

Certain documents on this website are restricted and require password access. By accessing these pages, you agree:

📌 Not to share, distribute, or reproduce any protected documents.
📌 To keep login credentials confidential.
📌 That unauthorized sharing may lead to access revocation and possible legal action.

5. Cookies & Tracking Technologies

Our website may use cookies and tracking tools to enhance user experience. These are used for:

🍪 Site functionality (e.g., remembering login sessions).
📊 Website analytics (e.g., tracking visitor trends).

You can disable cookies in your browser settings, but some features may not work correctly.

6. Data Security

We take precautions to protect your personal data, including:

🔐 Secure website encryption (SSL).
🔒 Access controls for sensitive information.
🛡️ Regular security monitoring to detect unauthorized access.

Despite our efforts, no method of online transmission is 100% secure, and we encourage users to take precautions when sharing information online.

7. Your Rights & Choices

As a user, you have the right to:

✅ Access, update, or delete your personal information (where applicable).
✅ Opt out of email communications (unsubscribe options available).
✅ Request information about how we handle your data.

To exercise these rights, please contact us at:

📧 Reception@wabauskangfirstnation.ca
📞 +1 807-529-3174

8. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this policy to reflect changes in laws or our services. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated “Last Updated” date.

📌 Continued use of our website signifies acceptance of any updates.

9. Contact Information

For questions about this Privacy Policy or your data rights, please contact:

📍 Wabauskang First Nation Band Office
📬 PO Box 339, Ear Falls, ON P0V 1T0
📞 Phone: +1 807-529-3174
📧 Email: Reception@wabauskangfirstnation.ca

✅ By using this website, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy.