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Privacy Policy

Last Updated: June 2026

Chris for Mayor ("we", "our", or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy and handling your personal information responsibly. This Privacy Policy explains how information is collected, used, stored, and protected when you visit chrisformayor.ca, subscribe to campaign updates, make a donation, volunteer, or otherwise interact with the campaign.

Information We Collect

We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide, including:

Name
Email address
Phone number
Mailing address
Donation information
Volunteer information
Comments, feedback, or inquiries submitted through the website

When making a donation, payment information such as credit card details may be collected and processed through a secure third-party payment processor. Chris for Mayor does not store complete credit card numbers on campaign servers.

How We Use Your Information

Information collected may be used to:

Communicate campaign updates and newsletters
Respond to inquiries and requests
Process donations
Coordinate volunteers and campaign activities
Improve website functionality and user experience
Comply with applicable election financing and reporting requirements

We will only use your information for purposes related to the campaign and community engagement.

Email Communications

If you subscribe to receive campaign updates, your email address will be used to send newsletters, announcements, event invitations, and other campaign-related communications.

You may unsubscribe from these communications at any time by clicking the unsubscribe link included in campaign emails or by contacting us directly.

Donation Information

Donations made through the website are processed securely through Wix Payments and other authorized payment processing services used by the campaign. Payment information, including credit card details, is transmitted securely and processed by Wix's payment infrastructure. Chris for Mayor does not store complete credit card numbers on campaign servers.

Information related to donations may be collected, retained, and disclosed as required under the Local Elections Campaign Financing Act (LECFA) and other applicable election financing regulations.

Additional Information About Campaign Contributions

Campaign contributions to local election candidates in British Columbia are subject to rules established by Elections BC, including eligibility requirements, contribution limits, disclosure requirements, and reporting obligations.

For the most current information regarding campaign contributions, please visit:

https://elections.bc.ca/local-elections/making-a-campaign-contribution/

By making a contribution, donors acknowledge that they are responsible for ensuring they meet the eligibility requirements established by Elections BC and applicable legislation. Information regarding certain campaign contributions may be publicly disclosed as required by law.

Sharing of Information

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information.

Personal information may be shared only when necessary to:

Process donations
Deliver email communications
Support website functionality
Coordinate campaign activities
Comply with legal obligations, election laws, or regulatory requirements

Any third-party service providers engaged by the campaign are expected to protect personal information and use it only for authorized purposes.

Website Analytics and Cookies

Our website may use cookies and analytics tools to understand website traffic and improve user experience.

These tools may collect information such as:

IP address
Browser type
Device information
Pages visited
Time spent on the website

This information is generally aggregated and does not personally identify visitors.

You may choose to disable cookies through your browser settings.

Data Security

We take reasonable measures to protect personal information against unauthorized access, disclosure, misuse, or loss. While no online system can guarantee absolute security, we strive to use appropriate safeguards to protect the information entrusted to us.

Your Rights

You may request access to, correction of, or removal of your personal information by contacting us using the information below, subject to any legal or regulatory requirements.

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, your personal information, campaign communications, or campaign contributions, please contact:

Chris for Mayor
Email: connect@chrisformayor.ca

Changes to This Policy

This Privacy Policy may be updated from time to time to reflect changes in campaign operations, legal requirements, or website functionality. Any updates will be posted on this page with a revised effective date.

Terms and Conditions

Last Updated: June 2026

Welcome to chrisformayor.ca (the "Website"). By accessing or using this Website, you agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions. If you do not agree with these Terms, please do not use the Website.

About This Website

This Website is operated by the Chris for Mayor campaign and is intended to provide information about the campaign, share updates, facilitate community engagement, collect donations, recruit volunteers, and communicate with supporters.

Use of the Website

You agree to use this Website only for lawful purposes and in a manner that does not interfere with the operation, security, or accessibility of the Website.

You may not:

Use the Website for fraudulent or unlawful purposes
Attempt to gain unauthorized access to Website systems or data
Introduce malicious software, viruses, or harmful code
Interfere with the functionality or security of the Website
Use the Website in a way that could damage the campaign's reputation or operations

Campaign Communications

By submitting your contact information through the Website, subscribing to newsletters, signing up for updates, or volunteering, you consent to receiving communications from the Chris for Mayor campaign.

You may unsubscribe from email communications at any time by using the unsubscribe link provided in campaign emails or by contacting us directly.

Donations

Campaign contributions are subject to applicable election financing laws, including the Local Elections Campaign Financing Act (LECFA) and Elections BC regulations.

By making a donation, you confirm that:

You are eligible to make a campaign contribution under applicable laws
The information you provide is accurate and complete
You understand that contribution information may be disclosed as required by law
Your contribution complies with Elections BC requirements

For additional information regarding campaign contributions, please visit:

https://elections.bc.ca/local-elections/making-a-campaign-contribution/

The campaign reserves the right to refuse or return contributions where required by law.

Third-Party Services

The Website may utilize third-party service providers, including payment processors, email marketing services, analytics providers, and social media platforms.

Your use of these services may also be governed by their respective terms and privacy policies.

The Chris for Mayor campaign is not responsible for the content, privacy practices, or policies of third-party websites or services.

Intellectual Property

All content on this Website, including text, graphics, logos, photographs, videos, campaign materials, and other content, is the property of the Chris for Mayor campaign unless otherwise stated.

Content may not be reproduced, distributed, modified, or used for commercial purposes without prior written permission.

Reasonable sharing of campaign content for non-commercial and informational purposes is encouraged.

Accuracy of Information

The campaign strives to provide accurate and current information. However, we do not guarantee that all content on the Website will always be complete, accurate, or up to date.

Information may be updated, modified, or removed without notice.

Limitation of Liability

The Website and its content are provided on an "as is" and "as available" basis.

To the fullest extent permitted by law, the Chris for Mayor campaign disclaims all warranties, express or implied, regarding the Website and its content.

The campaign shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, or special damages arising from the use of or inability to use the Website.

Privacy

Your use of this Website is also governed by our Privacy Policy, which explains how personal information is collected, used, and protected.

Changes to These Terms

The campaign reserves the right to modify these Terms and Conditions at any time. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised effective date.

Continued use of the Website following any changes constitutes acceptance of those changes.

Governing Law

These Terms and Conditions shall be governed by and interpreted in accordance with the laws of the Province of British Columbia and the laws of Canada applicable therein.

Contact Information

If you have questions regarding these Terms and Conditions, please contact:

Chris for Mayor
Email: connect@chrisformayor.ca

Accessibility Statement

Last Updated: June 2026

The Chris for Mayor campaign is committed to ensuring that chrisformayor.ca is accessible and usable for all visitors, regardless of ability or technology.

We believe that everyone should be able to access information about the campaign, engage with community conversations, and participate in the democratic process.

Our Commitment

We strive to make this website accessible by:

Using clear and readable content
Maintaining logical page structure and navigation
Providing alternative text for images where appropriate
Supporting keyboard navigation where possible
Using sufficient colour contrast to improve readability
Designing pages that function across a variety of devices and screen sizes

Ongoing Improvements

Accessibility is an ongoing effort. We are continually reviewing and improving the website to enhance usability and accessibility for all users.

As technology and accessibility standards evolve, we will work to identify and address barriers that may impact the user experience.

Need Assistance?

If you experience difficulty accessing any content on this website, encounter an accessibility barrier, or require information in an alternative format, we encourage you to contact us.

We welcome feedback and will make reasonable efforts to provide the information, service, or support you need.

Chris for Mayor
Email: connect@chrisformayor.ca

When contacting us, please include:

The page or content you were trying to access
A description of the issue you experienced
Any assistive technology you were using (if applicable)

Feedback

Accessibility helps create a more inclusive community. We value your feedback and suggestions as we continue to improve the accessibility and usability of this website for all residents of North Cowichan.