At Youth Without Shelter. we are committed to protecting the privacy and personal information of our website visitors, donors, volunteers, and supporters. We collect, use, and safeguard personal information in accordance with the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA) and other applicable laws.
This Privacy Policy applies exclusively to information collected through our website and related online services. By using our website, you agree to the practices outlined below.
Information We Collect
YWS collects only the personal information necessary to fulfill our charitable and administrative obligations, including:
- Donor information such as name and home address, as required by the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) for issuing official charitable tax receipts.
- Contact information (e.g. email address, phone number) voluntarily provided by individuals who wish to receive YWS updates, newsletters, or event invitations.
We do not sell, rent, or exchange donor, volunteer, or supporter information with any other organization, nor do we purchase mailing lists.
All notes from meetings, correspondence, and email communications are securely stored in our donor management platform, Raiser’s Edge, operated by Blackbaud, which adheres to industry-standard security and privacy protocols.
How We Use Your Information
Personal information is used only for purposes consistent with our mission, including to:
- Communicate updates, news, and fundraising opportunities related to YWS.
- Manage donations and issue charitable tax receipts.
- Analyze website traffic and engagement to improve user experience and develop new site features.
- Send newsletters, e-blasts, or event invitations to individuals who have subscribed or provided consent.
Links to Other Websites
Our website may contain links to other websites or platforms, including social media channels and third-party donation processing services (e.g. Blackbaud). These sites operate independently and have their own privacy policies. YWS is not responsible for the content or privacy practices of any external website. We encourage users to review the privacy policies of those sites before submitting any personal information.
Third-Party Policies and Cookies
This Privacy Policy does not apply to other organizations, service providers, or advertisers linked from our website. Third-party platforms may use cookies or similar technologies to collect information. You can manage or disable cookies through your web browser settings at any time.
Withdrawing Consent or Unsubscribing
You may withdraw your consent or unsubscribe from YWS communications at any time by clicking the “Unsubscribe” link in our emails or by contacting us directly at communications@yws.on.ca.
Updates to This Policy
YWS may revise this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. Updates will take effect immediately upon being posted to our website. Please review this policy periodically to stay informed of any changes.
Contact Us
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests related to this Privacy Policy or your personal information, please contact us at:
Youth Without Shelter 6 Warrendale Court, Toronto, ON M9V 1P9
Email: communications@yws.on.ca