Privacy policy

St. Nicholas Serbian Orthodox Cathedral – Hamilton, Ontario

Effective Date: May 1, 2025

St. Nicholas Serbian Orthodox Cathedral ("we", "our", or "the Cathedral") is committed to protecting the privacy and personal information of all visitors, parishioners, donors, and users of our website.

This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, store, and safeguard your personal information in accordance with the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA) and applicable provincial laws.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of personal information through our website and online forms:

• Name, address, telephone number, and email address

• Donation information, including records and amounts

• Prayer or service requests

• Subscription or newsletter preferences

• Event registration details

• Other information voluntarily provided through contact forms or communications

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your personal information to:

• Respond to inquiries and requests

• Provide parish updates, bulletins, and newsletters

• Process donations and issue tax receipts

• Coordinate participation in events or church services

• Improve the functionality and content of our website

• Comply with legal obligations and reporting requirements

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information.

3. Consent

By submitting personal information through our website, you provide your consent for its collection and use as described in this policy. You may withdraw your consent at any time by contacting us (see Section 7).

4. Data Security

We take reasonable steps to protect your personal information using administrative, technical, and physical safeguards. While we strive to protect your data, no online transmission or storage method is entirely secure.

5. Third-Party Services

Our website may contain links to external websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those sites. Please review their privacy policies separately.

6. Cookies and Tracking

Our website may use cookies or similar technologies to enhance user experience, track anonymous site usage, and improve website performance. You can adjust your browser settings to disable cookies if preferred.

7. Access and Contact Information

You have the right to access, correct, or request deletion of your personal information held by us.

To make a request or if you have any questions regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact:

Parish Office
St. Nicholas Serbian Orthodox Cathedral
153 Nash Road South, Hamilton, ON L8K 4J9

Phone: 905-560-0563
Email

8. Policy Updates

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal obligations. The latest version will always be posted on our website with the effective date.