Privacy Policy

Last updated: June 16, 2026

DiscoverManotick.ca ("we", "us", or "our") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your personal information when you visit our website at discovermanotick.ca, in compliance with the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA) and applicable Ontario privacy laws.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information:

• Email address — when you subscribe to The Village Pulse newsletter via our third-party newsletter provider, Beehiiv.
• Business information — name, address, phone number, website, and email address submitted through our "Add Listing" form.
• Event information — details submitted through our "Submit Event" form.
• Usage data — anonymous analytics data such as pages visited, time on site, and general geographic location, collected via Google Analytics (if enabled).
• Map data — we use the Google Maps API to display business locations. Google may collect data as described in their Privacy Policy.

2. How We Use Your Information

• To send you The Village Pulse newsletter (email subscribers only)
• To list your business or event on our directory (with your consent)
• To improve our website and user experience
• To respond to inquiries sent to our contact email

We will never sell, rent, or share your personal information with third parties for marketing purposes.

3. Newsletter and Email

Our newsletter, The Village Pulse, is managed by Beehiiv. By subscribing, you agree to Beehiiv's Privacy Policy. You may unsubscribe at any time by clicking the unsubscribe link in any newsletter email.

4. Google Maps and Google Services

Our website uses Google Maps API services to display business locations. Your use of the map is subject to Google's Privacy Policy. We have restricted our Google Maps API key to this website only.

5. Cookies and Analytics

We may use cookies and analytics tools to understand how visitors use our site. This data is collected anonymously and is not linked to any personally identifiable information. You may disable cookies in your browser settings at any time.

6. Third-Party Links

Our directory contains links to third-party business websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those websites and encourage you to review their privacy policies individually.

7. Data Retention

We retain personal information only as long as necessary for the purposes described in this policy. Newsletter subscriber data is managed by Beehiiv and can be deleted upon request.

8. Your Rights (PIPEDA)

Under PIPEDA, you have the right to:

• Access the personal information we hold about you
• Request correction of inaccurate information
• Withdraw consent for the use of your personal information
• Request deletion of your personal information

To exercise any of these rights, contact us at contact@discovermanotick.ca.

9. Children's Privacy

Our website is not directed at children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The "Last updated" date at the top of this page will reflect any changes. Continued use of the site after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

11. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:
DiscoverManotick.ca
Email: contact@discovermanotick.ca
Manotick, Ontario, Canada