Welcome to St. Patrick's Roman Catholic Church
Privacy Policy
Privacy Policy
St. Patrick’s Roman Catholic Church
Effective Date: March 26th, 2026
1. Introduction
St. Patrick’s Roman Catholic Church (“we,” “our,” or “us”) is committed to protecting the privacy of visitors, parishioners, and users of our website (https://stpatrickcalgary.com/). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information.
2. Information We Collect
a. Personal Information
We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide, including:
- Name
- Email address
- Phone number
- Mailing address
- Information submitted through contact forms, event registrations, or donations
We may automatically collect:
- IP address
- Browser type and version
- Device information
- Pages visited and time spent on the website
3. How We Use Your Information
We use your information to:
- Respond to inquiries and communicate with parishioners
- Manage event registrations, ministries, and donations
- Send updates, newsletters, and parish announcements
- Improve website functionality and user experience
- Ensure website security and prevent misuse
4. Sharing Your Information
We respect your privacy and do not sell or rent your personal information. We may share your information:
- With trusted third-party service providers (e.g., website hosting, email communication tools)
- When required by law or legal obligations
- To protect the safety, rights, and integrity of the Church and its community
5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Our website may use cookies to:
- Enhance your browsing experience
- Analyze site traffic and usage patterns
- Remember your preferences
You may disable cookies through your browser settings if you prefer.
6. Third-Party Links
Our website may include links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for their privacy practices or content. We encourage you to review their privacy policies.
7. Data Security
We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your personal information. However, no method of transmission over the internet is completely secure.
8. Your Rights
Depending on applicable privacy laws (including Canadian privacy laws such as PIPEDA), you may have the right to:
- Access your personal data
- Request corrections
- Request deletion of your information
- Withdraw consent for communications
To exercise these rights, please contact us.
9. Children’s Privacy
We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under the age of 13 without parental consent. If such information is identified, we will take steps to delete it promptly.
10. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised effective date.
11. Contact Information
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how your information is handled, please contact:
St. Patrick’s Roman Catholic Church
1414 Shawnessy Blvd. SW
Calgary, AB T2Y 2L7
📞 Phone: (403) 254-6878
📧 Email: parish@stpatrickcalgary.com
