Effective Date: July 1, 2026
K’ómoks Economic Development Corporation (“KEDC”, “we”, “us”, or “our”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard information when you visit our website, contact us, apply for employment opportunities, or engage with our programs, services, and business activities.
1. Information We Collect
Personal Information
We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide, including:
- Name
- Email address
- Phone number
- Mailing address
- Employment and career application information
- Resume and supporting documents submitted through career application forms
- Business inquiry details
- Information submitted through website forms
Non-Personal Information
We may collect technical information such as:
- Browser type and version
- Device information
- IP address
- Pages visited
- Website usage information
- Referral sources
This information may be collected through cookies, analytics services, or similar technologies.
2. How We Use Your Information
We may use your information to:
- Respond to inquiries and requests
- Provide information about KEDC programs, services, and opportunities
- Process employment applications
- Communicate with business partners and stakeholders
- Improve our website and user experience
- Maintain website security
- Comply with legal and regulatory obligations
3. Consent
By submitting information through our website, email, phone, or other communication channels, you consent to the collection, use, and disclosure of your information as described in this Privacy Policy.
You may withdraw your consent at any time, subject to legal or contractual restrictions.
4. Sharing Your Information
KEDC does not sell or rent personal information.
We may share information with trusted service providers who assist us in operating our website, communications systems, or business operations. Information may also be disclosed where required by law or to protect our legal rights.
5. Cookies and Analytics
Our website may use cookies and analytics tools to understand how visitors interact with our website and to improve performance and functionality.
We may use Google Analytics and similar services to collect information about website usage, including pages visited, device information, browser type, and general visitor activity. This information helps us improve the performance and user experience of our website.
Google Analytics may process and store information on servers located outside Canada. For more information about how Google handles data, please refer to Google’s Privacy Policy.
You may adjust your browser settings to refuse cookies; however, some website features may not function properly.
6. Data Security
We take reasonable administrative, technical, and physical measures to protect personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction.
Our website uses Secure Socket Layer (SSL) technology to help protect information transmitted through our website.
While we strive to protect personal information, no method of electronic transmission or storage can be guaranteed as completely secure.
7. Your Rights
Subject to applicable Canadian privacy laws, you may have the right to:
- Request access to personal information we hold about you
- Request corrections to inaccurate information
- Withdraw consent for certain uses of your information
- Ask questions regarding our privacy practices
8. Third-Party Websites
Our website may contain links to third-party websites. KEDC is not responsible for the privacy practices or content of external websites.
9. Children’s Privacy
Our website and services are not directed toward children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.
10. Changes to This Policy
KEDC may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.
11. Contact Us
K’ómoks Economic Development Corporation
3330 Comox Road
Courtenay, BC V9N 3P8
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how your personal information is handled, please contact us using the information above.