Privacy Policy
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The Guard respects your privacy and is committed to protecting the personal information you provide to us. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, how we protect it, and the choices available to you.
By using this website, subscribing to communications, making a purchase, or otherwise interacting with The Guard, you consent to the collection and use of information as described in this Privacy Policy.
1. Who We Are
The Guard is an independent Canadian advocacy and educational initiative that supports the rights, freedoms, and lawful interests of Canadian firearms owners and promotes informed civic engagement.
2. Information We Collect
We may collect information that you voluntarily provide, including:
- Name
- Email address
- Mailing address
- Billing address
- Telephone number
- Order information
- Payment-related information
- Information submitted through contact forms
- Newsletter subscription information
- Survey responses or feedback
We may also automatically collect certain technical information when you visit our website, including:
- IP address
- Browser type and version
- Device information
- Operating system
- Pages visited
- Time spent on pages
- Referring websites
- General website usage data
3. How We Use Information
We may use personal information to:
- Process and fulfill orders
- Provide customer service and support
- Respond to inquiries and communications
- Send newsletters and updates that you have requested
- Improve website performance and user experience
- Analyze website traffic and engagement
- Prevent fraud, abuse, or unauthorized activity
- Comply with legal obligations
4. Advocacy Communications
If you subscribe to our mailing list, we may send communications relating to:
- Advocacy initiatives
- Legislative or regulatory developments
- Educational content
- Campaign updates
- Merchandise releases
- Organizational news
You may unsubscribe at any time by using the unsubscribe link contained in our emails or by contacting us directly.
5. Payment Information
Payment transactions may be processed through trusted third-party payment providers.
The Guard does not typically store complete payment card numbers on its servers.
Payment information is handled according to the policies and security standards of the applicable payment processor.
6. Information Sharing
We do not sell, rent, or trade personal information to third parties.
We may share information with trusted service providers that assist with:
- Payment processing
- Website hosting
- Email delivery
- Order fulfillment
- Analytics services
- Technical support
These providers may access information only to perform services on our behalf and are expected to maintain appropriate confidentiality and security measures.
We may also disclose information when required by law or when necessary to:
- Comply with legal obligations
- Respond to lawful requests from authorities
- Protect our rights, property, or safety
- Protect the rights, property, or safety of others
7. Cookies and Analytics
Our website may use cookies, pixels, and similar technologies to:
- Remember user preferences
- Improve website functionality
- Measure website performance
- Analyze visitor behaviour
- Support marketing and outreach efforts
Users may adjust browser settings to refuse or delete cookies. Some website features may not function properly if cookies are disabled.
8. Data Security
We take reasonable administrative, technical, and physical measures to protect personal information against unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction.
However, no method of internet transmission or electronic storage can be guaranteed to be completely secure. Users provide information at their own risk.
9. Data Retention
We retain personal information only as long as reasonably necessary for:
- Business operations
- Customer support
- Legal compliance
- Record keeping
- Legitimate organizational purposes
When information is no longer required, we will take reasonable steps to securely delete or anonymize it.
10. Your Privacy Rights
Subject to applicable law, you may have the right to:
- Request access to personal information we hold about you
- Request correction of inaccurate information
- Withdraw consent for certain uses of information
- Request deletion of personal information where appropriate
Requests may be submitted using the contact information provided below.
11. Third-Party Websites
This website may contain links to external websites operated by third parties.
The Guard is not responsible for the privacy practices, content, or security of third-party websites. Users should review the privacy policies of those websites separately.
12. Children’s Privacy
This website is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.
If we become aware that personal information has been collected from a child without appropriate consent, we will take reasonable steps to remove that information.
13. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time.
Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date. Continued use of the website following publication of changes constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.
14. Contact Information
Questions, requests, or concerns regarding this Privacy Policy may be directed through the contact information provided on this website.
The Guard recognizes that privacy is particularly important to many members of the Canadian firearms community. We are committed to collecting only the information reasonably necessary to operate our website, fulfill orders, communicate with supporters, and advance our organizational mission.