Privacy Policy
Last Updated: January 2026
Bow Valley Drug Risks ("we," "us," "our," or "Company") operates bowvalleydrugrisks.ca (the "Website"). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website, including all its features, functionality, and services.
Please read this Privacy Policy carefully. By accessing and using bowvalleydrugrisks.ca, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by all the provisions of this Privacy Policy.
1. Information We Collect
We collect information from you in various ways when you interact with our Website:
- Personal Information: When you voluntarily submit forms, we may collect your name, email address, phone number, and other contact details.
- Technical Information: We automatically collect your IP address, browser type, operating system, device information, and referring URLs.
- Cookies and Similar Technologies: We use cookies, web beacons, and similar tracking technologies to monitor your activity and preferences on the Website.
- Usage Data: We collect information about how you interact with our Website, including pages visited, time spent, clicks, and navigation patterns.
- Location Data: We may collect approximate location information based on IP address to verify compliance with provincial regulations.
2. How We Use Information
We use the information we collect for the following purposes:
- To operate, maintain, and improve the Website and user experience.
- To conduct analytics and understand user behavior and preferences.
- To track affiliate commissions and monitor referrals to casino partners.
- To send promotional emails and marketing communications (with your consent).
- To comply with legal obligations and enforce our Terms of Service.
- To detect, prevent, and address fraud, security, and technical issues.
- To personalize content and recommendations based on your interests.
3. Cookie Policy
What Are Cookies? Cookies are small text files stored on your device that help us recognize you and remember your preferences.
Types of Cookies We Use:
- Essential Cookies: Required for Website functionality and security.
- Analytics Cookies: Help us understand user behavior and traffic patterns.
- Affiliate Tracking Cookies: Track your interactions with casino partner links to calculate commissions.
- Marketing Cookies: Used for targeted advertising and promotional purposes.
Opt-Out Options: You can disable cookies through your browser settings. However, disabling cookies may limit Website functionality. Most browsers allow you to refuse cookies or alert you when cookies are being sent. For more information, visit www.allaboutcookies.org or your browser's help section.
4. Third-Party Links
Our Website contains links to third-party casino operators, gambling platforms, and affiliate websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices, content, or policies of these external sites. We strongly encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party website before providing your personal information or engaging in transactions.
Any information you provide directly to casino partners or affiliates is governed by their respective privacy policies, not this Policy. We have no control over their data handling practices.
5. Your Rights
Canadian Privacy Rights: Under Canadian federal and provincial privacy legislation (PIPEDA and equivalent provincial laws), you have the right to:
- Access your personal information held by us.
- Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information.
- Request deletion of your personal information (subject to legal retention requirements).
- Opt-out of marketing communications.
- Withdraw consent for data processing at any time.
- Lodge a complaint with relevant privacy authorities.
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the information provided in the Contact Us section below.
6. Data Retention
We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law. Generally:
- Contact information and account data are retained for the duration of your use of the Website plus 24 months.
- Analytics and usage data are typically retained for 12-24 months.
- Affiliate tracking data is retained for commission calculation and reconciliation purposes (typically 12 months).
- Legal and compliance records may be retained for 7 years or as required by applicable law.
You may request deletion of your data at any time, subject to legal obligations to retain certain information.
7. Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, wish to exercise your privacy rights, or have concerns about our data practices, please contact us:
Bow Valley Drug Risks
Email: [email protected]
Website: bowvalleydrugrisks.ca
We will respond to your inquiry within 30 days or as required by applicable Canadian privacy laws.
This Privacy Policy is effective as of January 2026 and may be updated periodically. Continued use of the Website following changes constitutes your acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.