Effective: May 1st, 2026

Welcome to the website of Canada High School Students Union (CHSSU) and Canada High School Students Association (CHSSA) (“we,” “our,” or “the Organization”). We are committed to protecting the privacy of students, parents, volunteers, and visitors who interact with our website and activities.

This Privacy Policy explains what information we may collect, how we use it, and your rights regarding your personal information.

1. Information We Collect

Our website is informational in nature and does not currently support online account registration, online payments, or donations.

We may collect limited information in the following situations:

Contact Forms

When you submit a contact form, we may collect:

• Your name
• Email address
• Phone number (if provided)
• The content of your message

This information is used only to respond to inquiries, provide event information, or communicate about student activities and volunteer opportunities.

Website Usage Data

Like most websites, we may automatically collect limited technical information such as:

• Browser type
• Device information
• IP address
• Pages visited
• General website analytics

This data helps us improve website functionality and user experience.

2. Photos and Event Media

CHSSU / CHSSA may publish photos or videos from public student events, volunteer activities, workshops, and community gatherings on our website or social media platforms for non-profit promotional and community purposes.

We understand that some individuals may not wish to appear online. If you or your parent/guardian would like a photo or video containing your image removed, please contact us and we will make reasonable efforts to remove the content promptly.

3. How We Use Information

We may use collected information to:

• Respond to inquiries and messages
• Share information about student activities or volunteer opportunities
• Improve our website and communications
• Maintain the safety and organization of events

We do not sell, rent, or trade personal information to third parties.

4. Third-Party Services

Our website may contain links to third-party websites, social media platforms, or external volunteer opportunities. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of external websites.

5. Data Security

We take reasonable steps to protect submitted information from unauthorized access, misuse, or disclosure. However, no method of internet transmission or electronic storage is completely secure.

6. Children and Students

Our activities primarily serve high school students in Canada. Students under the age of majority should seek parent or guardian guidance when submitting personal information online.

7. Your Rights

You may contact us at any time to:

• Request access to personal information you submitted
• Correct inaccurate information
• Request deletion of your contact information or event photos where reasonably possible

8. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Updated versions will be posted on this page with the revised effective date.

9. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or wish to request removal of photos or personal information, please contact:

Canada High School Students Union (CHSSU)
Canada High School Students Association (CHSSA)

Through the contact form available on our website.