Privacy Policy
Effective Date: January 1st, 2026
WERC is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your personal information when you visit our website or use our services.
We may collect the following types of information:
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Personal Information: such as your name, email address, phone number, and other details you provide when contacting us through this website
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Usage Information: such as your IP address, browser type, pages visited, and how you interact with our website.
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Cookies and Tracking Technologies: to improve website functionality and user experience.
How We Use Your Information
We use your information to:
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Collect anonymous analytics and data
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Respond to inquiries and communicate with you
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Improve our website and services
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Comply with legal and regulatory requirements
We may share your information with:
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Employers or partners (with your consent, where required)
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Service providers who help us operate our website or services
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Government or regulatory bodies, if required by law
We do not sell your personal information.
Data Protection
We take reasonable steps to protect your personal information from loss, misuse, or unauthorized access. However, no method of transmission over the internet is completely secure.
Your Rights
Depending on your location, you may have the right to:
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Access your personal information
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Request corrections to your information
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Withdraw consent (where applicable)
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Request deletion of your data (subject to legal requirements)
Cookies
Our website may use cookies to enhance your experience. You can choose to disable cookies through your browser settings, though some features may not function properly.
Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to external sites, especially under our Community Resources page. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those websites.
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.
Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how your information is handled, please contact us at:
Women’s Employment Resource Centre
424 Dundas St., Woodstock, ON, N4S1C1
werc@werc.ca
519-421-2077