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Privacy Policy
Introduction
NECI is committed to protecting the privacy of people whose personal information is held by us through responsible information management practices. Any personal information provided to NECI is collected, used and disclosed in accordance with the Personal Information Protection Act (PIPA) or other applicable legislation.
What is Personal Information?
Personal information is recorded information about an identifiable individual. Personal information includes such things as an individual's name, address, birth date, e-mail address and phone number. When NECI collects personal information it will identify the purpose for collecting the personal information.
What Kind of Information is Being Collected?
When you visit our website to browse, read pages, or download information, we will gather and store certain information about the visit. The following information is automatically collected and stored:
Information collected automatically is used for purposes such as assessing system performance, improving web services, to carry out market research, website management or so that we may reply to you if necessary.
Information Collected Directly From You
Personal information collected, used, disclosed and retained by the NECI website is done so under the authority of the Personal Information Protection Act (PIPA) or other relevant legislation. Personal information and any information we collect that is specific to you (such as your job title, the organization that employs you or your location) will only be used by authorized staff to fulfill the purpose for which it was originally collected, or for a use consistent with that purpose unless you expressly consent otherwise. We do not disclose your information to other 3rd party organizations or individuals except as authorized by PIPA.
NECI does not collect personal information about you unless you voluntarily provide it to use specific online services and products. However, if you choose not to provide the information required for online services or products, you may still be able to access services or prodcuts by traditional methods such as personal contact, fax or mail. Your decision not to participate in electronic service delivery activities will not impair your ability to browse the web site, read or download any information provided on the site.
If you believe that your personal information is being used for a purpose other than what was intended please direct your inquiries to Maureen@neci-legaledge.com
What Safeguards are in Place?
NECI is obligated to protect your personal information by making reasonable security arrangements against such risks as unauthorized access, collection, use, disclosure or disposal. Security measures have been integrated into the design, implementation and day-to-day operating practices as part of NECI's continuing commitment to the protection of personal information it holds.
Links to Other Sites
Visitors should be aware that the NECI web site includes links to web sites operated by other organizations, and private businesses. When you link to another site, this privacy policy will not apply, however, you may be subject to the privacy policy of that new site, if one exists. NECI is not responsible for the privacy practices or content of external websites.
NECI may revise this Privacy Statement from time to time to reflect changes to our website. As a result, you should visit this page periodically to review the contents.
Cookies
A cookie is a small file stored on your computer by your web browser when using some internet sites. Cookies can also store personal information such as your name, e-mail address, home or work address, or telephone number. Persistent cookies can use this type of personal information to identify you whenever you access a web site. Sessional cookies are used to help you move around our web site and do not store personal information. Sessional cookies are valid only during the time you are actually using the web site.
NECI does not use persistent cookies (which may store personal information) but may use Sessional cookies (which do not store personal information).
Who to Contact for More Information About This Privacy Policy
Any questions regarding this privacy policy or if you have a complaint or concern about your personal information, please contact:
Maureen Sullivan
President, NECI
#202 - 1005 Broad Street
Victoria, BC, Canada
V8W 2A1