Privacy Policy

Last Updated: October, 2025

Georgian Bay Gardens (“GBG”) values the privacy of all users. This Privacy Policy (“Policy”) explains how we collect, use, and protect personal information from visitors to our website and users of our online services. Our Policy has been developed to demonstrate our commitment to privacy and compliance with applicable standards and regulations.

By using https://bgl.51-222-78-205.ygkweb.ca/, you consent to the data practices described in this Policy.

We may update this Policy at any time. To stay informed, you are encouraged to review this page periodically. If we make material changes to how we use personally identifiable information, we will notify users via email and provide the option to consent or decline.

This Policy applies solely to Georgian Bay Gardens and governs our data collection and usage across our digital services. It does not apply to third-party websites linked from our site. We strongly encourage you to review the privacy policies of any external website you visit.

Information We Collect

Personally Identifiable Information

We may collect personally identifiable information that you voluntarily provide, including:

  • Name
  • Email address
  • Phone number
  • Address
  • Information submitted through forms or service requests

You may choose not to provide personal information; however, this may limit service availability.

Non-Personal Information

We may also collect non-identifiable and aggregated data such as:

  • Browser type
  • IP address
  • Pages viewed
  • Operating system
  • General demographic information

Why We Collect Information & Retention Period

We collect your data for:

  • Providing requested services
  • Improving user experience
  • Sending promotional content (with consent)
  • Conducting surveys and market research
  • Personalizing website functionality

We retain personal data only as long as necessary, based on:

  • Legal requirements
  • Contractual obligations
  • Business needs
  • Your consent
  • Industry best practices

Use of Information

Georgian Bay Gardens does not sell, lease, or rent personal information to third parties.

We may use your information to:

  • Provide requested services
  • Communicate updates or offers
  • Conduct surveys or research
  • Improve our website and services

Social Media Features

Our website may include features (e.g., Facebook, Instagram) that may collect IP addresses or use cookies. These interactions are governed by each platform’s privacy policy.

Google Invisible reCAPTCHA

To protect our website from bots and spam, we use Google’s Invisible reCAPTCHA.

By using our forms, you agree to Google’s Privacy Policy and Terms of Service.

Analytics & Heatmap Tracking

We use analytics tools to understand user behavior, including:

  • Google Analytics
  • Microsoft Clarity

To opt out:

  • Disable cookies in your browser
  • Use the Google Analytics Opt-Out Browser Add-on

Disclosure of Information

We may disclose information only under these circumstances:

  • To provide requested services
  • With your consent
  • As required by law
  • To enforce our Terms of Service
  • To auditors under confidentiality
  • To protect the rights and safety of Georgian Bay Gardens

Non-Marketing Communications

We may contact you for non-marketing purposes such as security alerts, account notifications, policy updates, or system issues.

Children Under 13

We do not knowingly collect information from children under 13. If such data is discovered, it will be removed immediately.

Links to External Websites

Our site may link to external websites. Georgian Bay Gardens is not responsible for their privacy practices.

Security Measures

We use industry-standard security measures including:

  • SSL encryption
  • Secure data storage
  • Restricted access to personal data

However, no internet transmission is 100% secure.

Acceptance of Terms

By using this website, you agree to this Privacy Policy. Continued use after updates constitutes acceptance of changes.

Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Policy, please contact us:

Email: contact@georgianbaygardens.com

Phone: (Insert phone number)

Mailing Address:
Georgian Bay Gardens
(Insert physical address)