Privacy Policy
Last Updated: 2024. This policy outlines how Field Mantel protects your information within the jurisdiction of Alberta, Canada.
1. Data Controller
Field Mantel, operating in Edmonton, Alberta, acts as the primary Data Controller for the information collected on this platform. We are committed to maintaining the accuracy, confidentiality, and security of your personally identifiable information ("Personal Information").
Governed by the Personal Information Protection Act (PIPA) of Alberta and the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA) of Canada.
2. Information Collection
We collect information necessary to provide advice on Edmonton childcare subsidies and local savings. This includes:
- Identity: Name and contact details.
- Contact:
3. Purpose of Processing
Processing is based on your consent and our legitimate interest in helping parents manage costs. We use data to:
- Personalize local Edmonton grant recommendations. - Send updates on the Leisure Access Program. - Improve our website performance and security.
4. Legal Grounds for Processing (Alberta Law)
Under Alberta’s Personal Information Protection Act (PIPA), we collect, use, and disclose personal information only for purposes that a reasonable person would consider appropriate in the circumstances.
Field Mantel ensures that:
- Consent is obtained before or at the time of collection, except where authorized by law.
- Collection is limited to what is necessary for the identified purposes.
- Information is used only for the purposes for which it was collected.
- We protect personal information with security safeguards appropriate to the sensitivity of the information.
5. Cookies & Tracking
We use cookies to analyze traffic patterns for Edmonton-specific content. This helps us understand if our guides on "Grocery Price Analysis in Alberta" are reaching the right audience.
Read Cookie Policy6. Third-Party Sharing
We do not sell your data. We may share information with service providers (e.g., hosting, analytics) who are contractually bound to protect your data under Canadian privacy standards.
7. Your Rights as a Resident of Alberta
Access
You have the right to request a copy of the personal information we hold about you.
Correction
You may request that we correct any inaccuracies in your personal data.
Withdrawal
You can withdraw your consent for data processing at any time, subject to legal restrictions.
8. Data Retention & Security
We retain personal information only as long as necessary to fulfill the identified purposes or as required by law. In Edmonton, specific records regarding financial advice or subsidy guidance may be kept for statutory periods.
We employ industry-standard encryption and physical security measures. However, no method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure. We encourage users to use strong passwords when interacting with our member portals.
9. Contact Our Privacy Officer
If you have questions about this Policy or how Field Mantel handles your data in Edmonton, please contact us: