Privacy Policy
Effective Date: 2026-05-05
Last Updated: 2026-05-05
Privacy Policy for Natashia Bergen, Mayoral Campaign
The Natashia Bergen Mayoral Campaign (“Campaign,” “we,” “our,” or “us”) is committed to protecting your privacy and safeguarding personal information collected through this website.
This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your information when you visit www.natashiabergen.com.
1. Information We Collect
We may collect personal information you voluntarily provide, including:

• Name

• Email address

• Phone number

• Mailing address

• Postal code

• Donation information (if applicable)

• Volunteer interests and availability

• Event registration details

• Communications you submit through contact forms

We may also automatically collect limited technical information such as:

• IP address

• Browser type

• Device information

• Pages visited

• Referral source

• Website interaction analytics

2. How We Use Your Information
We may use collected information to:

• Communicate campaign updates, news, and announcements

• Respond to inquiries or requests

• Process volunteer applications

• Coordinate campaign events and canvassing

• Send newsletters or fundraising communications (where permitted by law)

• Improve website performance and user experience

• Comply with legal and election-related obligations

3. Email Communications and Consent
By subscribing to our mailing list or submitting your contact information, you consent to receive campaign-related communications from us.
You may unsubscribe at any time by:

• Clicking the unsubscribe link in campaign emails, or

• Contacting us directly at natashia.bergen.welland@gmail.com

We aim to comply with applicable Canadian anti-spam legislation, including Canada's Anti-Spam Legislation (CASL).
4. Donations
If donations are accepted through this website:

• Payment processing may be handled by third-party providers.

• We do not store full payment card information on our servers.

• Donation records may be retained as required under applicable municipal, provincial, or federal election laws.

Please note that certain political contributions may be subject to public disclosure requirements under applicable election regulations.
5. Cookies and Analytics
This website may use cookies and analytics tools to:

• Understand website traffic

• Improve content and navigation

• Monitor campaign outreach effectiveness

You may disable cookies through your browser settings, though some website functions may be affected.
6. Sharing of Information
We do not sell, rent, or trade personal information.
We may share information only:

• With trusted service providers supporting campaign operations

• Where required by law

• To comply with election reporting obligations

• To protect the security or integrity of the Campaign

7. Data Security
We use reasonable administrative, technical, and organizational safeguards to protect personal information from unauthorized access, loss, misuse, or disclosure.
However, no online transmission or storage system can be guaranteed 100% secure.
8. Retention of Information
Personal information will be retained only as long as necessary for campaign operations, legal compliance, or recordkeeping obligations.
After this period, information will be securely deleted or anonymized where appropriate.
9. Third-Party Links
This website may contain links to third-party websites or social media platforms.
We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of external websites.
10. Your Rights
You may request to:

• Access your personal information

• Correct inaccurate information

• Withdraw consent (subject to legal obligations)

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically.
Updated versions will be posted on this page with a revised effective date.