Privacy Policy

Effective Date: July 8, 2020

Last Updated: January 8, 2026

Fuerza Latina is committed to protecting your privacy and personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard personal information when you interact with our website, register for events, or participate in our programs and festivals. We are committed to complying with PIPEDA (Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act) and other applicable Canadian privacy laws.

1. Information We Collect:

  • Contact Information: Name, address, email, phone number
  • Event Registration: Age, dietary preferences, accessibility needs
  • Payment Information: Processed securely by third-party providers (we do not store credit card details)
  • Surveys and Feedback: Opinions, preferences, demographic information
  • Website Usage: pages visited (for analytics only)

2. How We Collect Information:

  • Directly from you: When you register for programs and/or events, complete surveys, or contact us.
  • Automatically: Through cookies and website analytics to improve user experience.
  • From partners: Event vendors or sponsors may share contact information for coordination purposes.

3. How We Use Your Information:

  • Event registration, ticketing, and coordination
  • Sending event updates, quarterly newsletters, and/or promotional materials
  • Improving our programs and services through feedback and analytics
  • Processing payments and managing sponsorships

4. Who We Share Information With:

  • We do not sell your personal information
  • We may share it with Government authorities when required by law

5. Your Rights Under PIPEDA - You have the right to:

  • Access the personal information we hold about you (email, phone number, address)
  • Correct inaccurate or incomplete information
  • Withdraw consent for certain uses (e.g., marketing emails)
  • Request deletion of your information (subject to legal requirements)

To exercise these rights, please contact us at info@fuerzalatinaservices.org

6.  Data Security

We use reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your information, including WordPress employs robust security measures within its core software for website transmissions. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure.

7. Data Retention

We keep your information only as long as necessary for the purposes described above or as required by law (e.g., financial records for 7 years).

8. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Changes will be posted on our website with the updated “Effective Date.”

8. Contact Us

For questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or your personal information, please contact:

Gina Balseca, Founder & CEO, Fuerza Latina, Email: info@fuerzalatinaservices.org, Phone: 647.404.7496

Website Promotion and Social Media Policy

Effective [November 2023]

At Fuerza Latina, we are committed to fostering a connected and informed community. To ensure our communications are focused and relevant, we have established the following policy regarding the promotion of events and programs on our social media platforms and website.

1. Exclusive Promotion of Fuerza Latina Events and Programs
We exclusively promote events and programs that are organized, sponsored, or endorsed by Fuerza Latina. This approach ensures that our platforms strictly highlight our initiatives and efforts.

2. Scope and Purpose
This policy applies to all social media accounts and the website operated by Fuerza Latina. Its purpose is to maintain a clear and dedicated focus on our organization's activities, initiatives, and achievements.

3. Restriction on External Promotions
We do not advertise or promote events, programs, or initiatives that are not directly linked to Fuerza Latina. This includes external requests from other organizations, individuals, or entities.

4. Brand Integrity and Consistency
Our commitment is to uphold the integrity of the Fuerza Latina brand. Our social media channels and website are platforms for engaging with our community about our work, impact, and the difference we make.

5. Review and Compliance
All content for our social media and website is carefully reviewed and approved by our communications team to ensure adherence to this policy.

6. Policy Updates
We may periodically update this policy to better serve our community and reflect the evolving dynamics of our organization.

We appreciate your support and understanding as we continue to build a vibrant and informed Fuerza Latina community.