Brampton Food Hub
Effective Date: January 1, 2026
The Brampton Food Hub (“we,” “our,” or “us”) is committed to protecting the privacy and personal information of visitors to our website, volunteers, donors, partners, and community members who access our services.
This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect personal information when you interact with our website or participate in our programs.
1. Our Commitment to Privacy
Brampton Food Hub respects your privacy and is committed to safeguarding personal information in accordance with Canadian privacy legislation, including the **Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act.
We collect only the information necessary to operate our programs, communicate with our community, and fulfill our mission of strengthening food security across Brampton.
2. Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of information:
Personal Information
Personal information may include:
- Full name
- Email address
- Phone number
- Mailing address
- Volunteer registration details
- Donation information
- Program participation information
Non-Personal Information
We may also collect general website usage data such as:
- IP address
- Browser type
- Pages visited
- Time spent on the website
This information helps us improve the functionality and accessibility of our website.
3. How We Use Your Information
Your information may be used for the following purposes:
- To respond to inquiries and requests
- To register individuals for programs, events, or volunteer opportunities
- To process donations and issue receipts
- To communicate updates about Brampton Food Hub initiatives
- To improve our services and website performance
- To comply with legal and regulatory requirements
We do not sell, rent, or trade personal information to third parties.
4. Consent
By providing personal information to Brampton Food Hub through our website, program registration forms, donation forms, or volunteer forms, you consent to the collection and use of your information as outlined in this Privacy Policy.
You may withdraw consent at any time by contacting us, subject to legal or contractual restrictions.
5. Information Sharing
We may share personal information only in the following circumstances:
- With trusted service providers that support our operations (such as payment processors or email platforms)
- When required by law or government authorities
- When necessary to protect the rights, safety, or property of Brampton Food Hub or the public
All third-party service providers are expected to maintain appropriate privacy and security safeguards.
6. Data Security
We take reasonable administrative, technical, and physical measures to protect personal information from:
- Unauthorized access
- Loss or misuse
- Disclosure or alteration
While we strive to protect your personal information, no method of electronic transmission or storage can be guaranteed to be completely secure.
7. Cookies and Website Analytics
Our website may use cookies or analytics tools to understand how visitors interact with the site.
Cookies help us:
- Improve website performance
- Understand visitor behaviour
- Enhance user experience
Users may disable cookies through their browser settings if they prefer.
8. External Links
Our website may contain links to external websites operated by partners, sponsors, or community organizations.
Brampton Food Hub is not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these external websites.
9. Access to Personal Information
You have the right to request access to the personal information we hold about you.
You may also request corrections if any information is inaccurate or outdated.
Requests may be submitted using the contact information below.
10. Policy Updates
Brampton Food Hub may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in legal requirements or operational practices.
Updates will be posted on this page with a revised effective date.
11. Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how your information is handled, please contact:
Brampton Food Hub
Email: info@bramptonfoodhub.ca
Website: https://bramptonfoodhub.ca