Privacy Policy

Gracious Light Compassion Society (GLCS) Effective Date: March 31, 2026

1. Purpose and Scope

This Privacy Policy explains how GLCS collects, uses, discloses, stores, and protects personal information in connection with its website, programs, donations, volunteer activities, and communications. By using our website or providing personal information, you agree to this policy.

2. Limitation of Liability

While we take reasonable steps to protect data: • No system is completely secure • We cannot guarantee absolute security • We are not liable for unauthorized access beyond our control Use of our website is at your own risk.

3. Information We Collect

a. Contact Information • Name • Email address • Phone number b. Donation Information • Donation amount • Transaction details (GLCS does not store full payment details) c. Volunteer Information • Availability • Interests • Optional background details d. Technical Information • IP address • Browser/device type • Website usage data

4. Purpose of Collection

Information is used for: • Processing donations • Communication with users • Managing programs • Improving website performance • Legal and compliance purposes We do not sell or rent personal data.

5. Consent

By providing information, you consent to its use as outlined. You may withdraw consent at any time, but this may limit participation.

6. International Data Transfers

Your data may be processed outside Canada (e.g., hosting or service providers). Laws may differ in those jurisdictions. By using our services, you consent to such transfers.

7. Third-Party Services Disclaimer

We may use third-party platforms (payment, email, hosting). • They have their own privacy policies • We do not control them • We are not responsible for their practices

8. Data Retention

We retain data only as long as necessary for operations or legal compliance. We may retain or delete data at our discretion.

9. Security Measures

We use reasonable safeguards including: • Restricted access • Administrative controls • Secure practices No system is completely secure.

10. Cookies and Tracking

We may use cookies and analytics tools. You can disable cookies in your browser, but functionality may be affected.

11. Accuracy of Information

Users are responsible for providing accurate data. We are not liable for issues caused by incorrect information.

12. Children’s Privacy

We do not knowingly collect data from minors without consent. Such data may be removed if identified.

13. Access and Correction Rights

You may request access to or correction of your personal data. Requests will be handled within a reasonable timeframe.

14. Changes to This Policy

We may update this policy at any time. Continued use of the website means acceptance of updates.

15. Governing Law

This policy is governed by the laws of British Columbia, Canada.

16. Contact Information

For inquiries: Gracious Light Compassion Society (GLCS) Email: glcs.canada@protonmail.com Website: www.graciouscompassion.ca