Privacy Policy
Last Updated: January 2026
VCCOttawa ("we," "us," "our," or "Company") operates the website vccottawa.com (the "Site"). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website.
Please read this Privacy Policy carefully. If you do not agree with our policies and practices, please do not use our Site.
Information We Collect
We may collect information about you in a variety of ways. The information we may collect on the Site includes:
- Personal Data: Name, email address, and other contact information you voluntarily provide when subscribing to our newsletter or contacting us.
- Technical Data: IP address, browser type, operating system, referring URL, pages visited, and time spent on pages.
- Cookie Data: Information collected through cookies and similar tracking technologies (see Cookie Policy below).
- Usage Data: Information about how you interact with our Site, including clicks, searches, and content preferences.
How We Use Information
We use the information we collect for the following purposes:
- To provide, operate, and improve the Site and our services.
- To conduct analytics and understand user behavior and preferences.
- To track affiliate referrals and commissions from casino partners.
- To send promotional emails and newsletters (with your consent).
- To comply with legal obligations and enforce our Terms of Service.
- To personalize your experience and deliver relevant content.
Cookie Policy
We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience on the Site. Cookies are small data files stored on your device that help us recognize you and remember your preferences.
Types of Cookies We Use:
- Essential Cookies: Required for basic Site functionality.
- Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how visitors use the Site (Google Analytics, similar services).
- Affiliate Tracking Cookies: Used to track referrals to our casino partners and calculate commissions.
- Advertising/Marketing Cookies: Used for retargeting and personalized advertisements.
Cookie Opt-Out: You can control cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to refuse cookies or alert you when cookies are being sent. Note that disabling cookies may affect Site functionality. You may also opt out of Google Analytics tracking by installing the Google Analytics Opt-Out Browser Add-on.
Third-Party Links
The Site contains links to third-party websites, including online casinos and affiliate partners. We are not responsible for the privacy practices, security measures, or content of these external sites. We strongly encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party websites before providing personal information or engaging in transactions.
Our inclusion of links does not imply endorsement or control over third-party content or practices. Use of third-party sites is at your own risk.
Your Rights
As a resident of Canada, you have certain privacy rights under Canadian privacy legislation, including the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA) and provincial privacy laws.
You have the right to:
- Access the personal information we hold about you.
- Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information.
- Withdraw consent to our collection and use of your information.
- Unsubscribe from marketing communications at any time.
- Request deletion of your personal information, subject to legal obligations.
To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information provided in the Contact Us section below.
Data Retention
We retain personal information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected or as required by applicable law. Typically, we retain:
- Email subscriber information until you unsubscribe or request deletion.
- Analytics and usage data for up to 26 months.
- Affiliate tracking data as necessary for commission reconciliation (typically 90 days to 2 years).
- Legal records as required by Canadian law.
When data is no longer needed, we securely delete or anonymize it.
Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, wish to exercise your privacy rights, or have concerns about our privacy practices, please contact us:
Email: privacy@vccottawa.com
We will respond to your inquiry within 30 days in accordance with applicable Canadian privacy laws.
Disclaimer: This Privacy Policy may be updated periodically to reflect changes in our practices or applicable laws. We encourage you to review this policy regularly. Your continued use of the Site following changes constitutes your acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.