Unity Kitchener Privacy Policy
Last Updated: June 2026
Unity Kitchener is committed to protecting the privacy of members, participants, donors, volunteers, website visitors, and members of our online community. This policy explains how personal information is collected, used, stored, protected, and disclosed.
Organization Information:
Unity Kitchener, 810 King St E, Cambridge, ON N3H 3P2, entrance on Church St. Website: www.unitykitchener.org. Email: office@unitykitchener.org. Registered Canadian Charity Number: 108160441RR0001.
Information We Collect:
We may collect names, email addresses, phone numbers, mailing addresses, donation information, event registrations, volunteer information, newsletter subscriptions, inquiries, Affirmative Prayer requests, and technical information such as IP address, browser type, device information, and website usage statistics.
How Information Is Collected:
Information may be collected through website forms, newsletter signups, event registrations, email communications, social media interactions, donations, online participation platforms, and direct conversations with staff and volunteers.
How Information Is Used:
Information may be used to communicate with participants, provide information about Sunday Enrichment and events, process donations, maintain mailing lists, provide Affirmative Prayer support, improve programs and services, and comply with legal obligations.
Newsletter Communications:
Unity Kitchener uses Constant Contact to manage newsletters and email communications. Individuals may subscribe through the website, in person, or by contacting the office. Subscribers may unsubscribe at any time.
Donations:
Donations may be made through Zeffy, eTransfer, cash, or cheque. Donation information is used to process contributions, issue charitable receipts, maintain financial records, and comply with applicable regulations.
Analytics, Cookies, and Tracking:
The website is hosted on Wix and uses Google Analytics and Google Search Console. Cookies and similar technologies may be used to understand website usage and improve visitor experience.
Online Services:
Unity Kitchener may use Zoom, YouTube Live, Facebook Live, and Instagram Live. Information shared through these services is subject to the privacy policies of those providers.
Social Media:
Unity Kitchener maintains a presence on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, Meetup, LinkedIn, and Pinterest. Public interactions on those platforms are governed by the privacy policies of the platform providers.
Disclosure of Information:
Unity Kitchener does not sell, rent, or trade personal information. Information may be shared with trusted service providers such as Wix, Constant Contact, Zeffy, Google, and Zoom when necessary to operate programs and services.
Data Security:
Reasonable administrative, organizational, and technical safeguards are used to protect personal information. No electronic system can be guaranteed to be completely secure.
Retention:
Information is retained only as long as necessary to fulfil operational, legal, accounting, and regulatory requirements.
Children's Privacy:
Programs and communications are intended primarily for adults. Personal information from children is not knowingly collected without appropriate consent.
Your Rights:
Individuals may request access to their personal information, request corrections, withdraw consent for certain communications, or request deletion where permitted by law.
Canadian Privacy Compliance:
Unity Kitchener strives to comply with applicable Canadian privacy legislation, including PIPEDA where applicable.
Changes to This Policy:
This policy may be updated from time to time. The current version will be posted on the website.
Contact:
Questions may be directed to office@unitykitchener.org.