The Filipino Music and Arts Association of Canada Inc. (“FMAACI,” “we,” “our,” or “us”) is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your personal information when you interact with us—whether through our website, events, programs, or communications.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information:

• Contact Form Submissions

  • Name, email address, and any details you provide in your message.

• Volunteer Form Submissions

  • Name, email address, and responses to questions such as why you would like to volunteer.

  • Age status (whether you are under 18).

  • Consent to be contacted about volunteer opportunities.

  • If you are under 18, a waiver form will be sent to be completed by a parent or guardian before participation.

• Event Registrations & Donations

  • Name, contact details, mailing address, and payment information when necessary.

• Non-Personal Information

  • Browser type, device information, IP address, and website usage statistics.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Respond to inquiries submitted through the contact form.

• Review and process volunteer applications.

• Contact applicants about volunteer opportunities.

• Verify age requirements and, where applicable, obtain parental/guardian consent for volunteers under 18.

• Manage volunteer participation in accordance with FMAACI policies and procedures.

• Process donations, memberships, and event registrations.

• Send newsletters, updates, and announcements (if you’ve opted in).

• Improve our website, services, and community programs.

• Comply with legal and regulatory requirements.

3. How We Share Your Information

• We respect your privacy and will not sell or rent your personal information. 
• With trusted service providers who help us operate our website or manage communications (they are required to keep your information secure).

4. Your Privacy Choices

You can:

• Opt out of communications by clicking “unsubscribe” in our emails or contacting us directly.
• Update or correct your information by emailing us.
• Request deletion of your personal data where applicable by law.

5. Data Security

We take reasonable steps to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, use, or disclosure. However, please note that no online transmission or storage system is 100% secure.

6. Links to Other Websites

Our website or communications may include links to external websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these third-party sites.

7. Children’s Privacy

Our programs and website are not directed toward children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.

8. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on our website with the updated effective date.

9. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your information, please contact us at:

📧 Email: fmaaci2014@gmail.com