Privacy Policy

Raj Dhaliwal's campaign (“we,” “us,” or “our”) is committed to protecting your privacy and being transparent about how we collect, use, and safeguard your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains our data practices when you engage with our political campaign, including through our official Facebook page, campaign website, and related digital platforms.

1. Information We Collect

We collect personal information only as necessary to connect with voters, comply with campaign finance laws, and run an effective campaign.

a. Information You Voluntarily Provide

When you engage with our campaign—for example, by signing up for updates, completing a form, making a donation, or sending us a message—you may provide us with:

• Name
• Email address
• Phone number
• Mailing address
• Occupation and employer (as required by Alberta's campaign finance laws)
• Demographic information (e.g., age, gender, if voluntarily provided)
• Your opinions, questions, or feedback about our campaign

b. Information Collected Automatically

When you visit our website or Facebook page, certain technical and usage data may be collected automatically, such as:

• IP address, browser type, device type, and operating system
• Pages you view, links you click, and other usage activity
• Publicly available information you have chosen to share on Facebook (such as your public profile name and photo)

2. How We Use Your Information

We use personal information only for campaign-related purposes, including:

• Communication: Sending newsletters, campaign updates, and event invitations.
• Fundraising: Processing donations and complying with Alberta's Local Authorities Election Act reporting requirements.
• Voter Engagement: Understanding voter needs and tailoring outreach.
• Campaign Operations: Measuring and improving the effectiveness of campaign activities.
• Legal Compliance: Meeting requirements under applicable laws and regulations.

We do not use your personal information for unrelated commercial purposes.

3. How We Share Your Information

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information. We may share information only in the following limited cases:

• Service Providers: With trusted vendors (e.g., email platforms, donation processors, analytics providers) who support our campaign operations. These parties are contractually required to protect your information.
• Legal Obligations: If required by law, court order, or government authority.
• With Your Consent: If you explicitly agree to share your information for a specific purpose.

4. Facebook and Third-Party Links

Our campaign makes use of Facebook and other third-party platforms. Their collection and use of your information is governed by their own privacy policies. We encourage you to review Facebook's Data Policy.

Our website may also include links to external sites. This Privacy Policy applies only to our campaign's practices and not to third-party websites.

5. Your Rights and Choices

You have rights regarding your personal information under Canadian privacy law:

• Unsubscribe: You can opt out of campaign emails at any time by clicking the “unsubscribe” link.
• Access and Correction: You may request access to the personal information we hold about you and request corrections where necessary.
• Withdrawal of Consent: You may withdraw consent for our use of your personal information, subject to legal and reporting obligations (such as donation disclosures).

To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information below.

6. Security

We take reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your personal information. However, no method of data storage or transmission is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

7. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy to reflect changes in our practices or legal obligations. Updates will be posted on our campaign website with a revised “Effective Date.”

8. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how your personal information is handled, please contact us at:

Email: info@rajdhaliwal.ca

Mailing Address: Raj Dhaliwal Campaign, Unit 125 4070 108th Ave NE Calgary, AB"