Privacy Policy for
Regional Business Connect
Last Updated: Feb 2, 2026
1. Introduction
Regional Business Connect ("we," "us," or "our") is committed to protecting the personal information of our website visitors, members, and partners. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website, www.regionalbusinessconnect.ca, or use our related services.
By using our website, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy. We comply with Alberta's Personal Information Protection Act (PIPA), which sets rules for how private-sector organizations must handle personal information.
2. Information We Collect
We collect information that you provide directly to us and information collected automatically.
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Personal Information You Provide: This may include your name, email address, phone number, business name, job title, and any other details you submit through forms (e.g., event registration, contact forms, newsletter sign-ups).
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Automatically Collected Information (Log Data & Cookies): When you visit our site, our servers may automatically record information such as your IP address, browser type, pages visited, and time spent on pages. We may use "cookies" or similar tracking technologies to collect this data to analyze trends and improve our service. You can instruct your browser to refuse cookies.
3. How We Use Your Information
We use the collected information for purposes including:
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To provide, operate, and maintain our website and services.
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To communicate with you (e.g., send event confirmations, newsletters you've requested, or respond to inquiries).
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To understand how our website is used to improve user experience and our services.
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To fulfill our mission of equipping Alberta businesses with tools and strategies for workforce development.
4. How We Share Your Information
We do not sell your personal information. We may share information in the following limited circumstances:
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With Service Providers: We may employ trusted third-party companies to facilitate our service (e.g., website hosting, email distribution, analytics). These parties are obligated not to disclose or use your information for any other purpose.
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For Legal Reasons: We may disclose information if required to do so by law.
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With Your Consent: We may share information for any other purpose with your explicit consent.
5. Data Security
We strive to use commercially acceptable means to protect your personal information. However, no method of electronic transmission or storage is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security but follow reasonable practices to prevent unauthorized access or disclosure.
6. Your Rights (Alberta PIPA)
Under Alberta's PIPA, you have rights regarding your personal information, including the right to:
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Know how your information is collected, used, and disclosed.
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Access the personal information we hold about you.
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Request corrections to your personal information if it is inaccurate.
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Withdraw consent for further use and disclosure of your information (subject to legal or contractual restrictions).
To exercise these rights, please contact us using the details in Section 10.
7. Data Retention
We will retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law.
8. Links to Other Sites
Our website may contain links to external sites not operated by us. We strongly advise you to review the Privacy Policy of every site you visit. We have no control over, and assume no responsibility for, the content or practices of any third-party sites or services.
9. Policy Updates
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new policy on this page and updating the "Last Updated" date. We encourage you to review this policy regularly.
10. Contact Us
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, you can contact us at: