Privacy Policy

Introduction

The Canadian Association for Composite Structures and Materials (CACMA) is committed to protecting the privacy and security of its members, users, and website visitors. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your personal information. By using this website, you agree to the practices described in this policy.

Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information:

• Personal Identifiable Information: Name, address, phone number, email address, professional title, institutional or organizational affiliation.
• Non-Personal Information: Anonymous data collected through cookies and similar technologies, such as IP addresses, browser types, and browsing habits.
• Payment Information: Information required to process payments securely for memberships or event registrations.

How We Use Your Information

Your personal information may be used for the following purposes:

• Membership Management: Processing membership applications, renewals, and related communications.
• Event Organization: Managing registrations for conferences, workshops, or other CACMA activities.
• Communication: Sending updates, newsletters, invitations, or other important information regarding CACMA activities.
• Website Improvement: Analysing non-personal data to enhance user experience and website functionality.

Sharing Your Information

CACMA does not sell, rent, or share your personal information with third parties for commercial purposes. However, we may share your information:

• With third-party service providers supporting our operations (e.g., payment processing, data hosting), subject to strict confidentiality agreements.
• If required by law or to protect our legal rights.

Cookies and Similar Technologies

Our website uses cookies to enhance user experience, analyse traffic, and customize content. You can configure your browser to refuse cookies or notify you when they are being used. However, some website features may be limited if cookies are disabled.

Data Security

We take reasonable steps to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include:

• Using secure servers to host data.
• Employing encryption protocols for sensitive transactions.
• Restricting access to personal information to authorized employees or service providers only.

Data Retention

We retain your personal information as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes described in this policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law.

Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Access the personal information we hold about you.
• Request the correction or deletion of your personal data.
• Withdraw your consent for certain uses of your data.
  To exercise these rights, please contact us at the address provided below.

Changes to the Privacy Policy

CACMA may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed.

Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or wish to exercise your rights, please contact us:

Canadian Association for Composite Structures and Materials (CACMA)