Privacy Policy
Last Updated: February 28, 2025
1. Introduction
Food Culture Place (“we,” “us,” or “our”) is committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your data when you visit our website, foodcultureplace.ca, and interact with our services.
By using our website, you consent to the collection, storage, and processing of your data as outlined in this policy.
2. What Personal Data We Collect
We collect personal data to provide and improve our services. The data we collect may include:
✅ Contact Information: Name, email address, phone number (when you submit a form).
✅ Technical Data: IP address, browser type, device information (via Google Analytics 4 & Meta Pixel).
✅ Usage Data: Pages visited, time spent on pages, interactions with content.
✅ Marketing Data: Preferences for email newsletters and targeted ads.
3. How We Collect Your Data
We use the following methods to collect data:
• Directly from You: When you fill out a form, subscribe to our newsletter, or contact us.
• Automatically: Through cookies, tracking technologies (Google Analytics 4, Meta Pixel).
• Third-Party Services: Payment providers (if applicable), email marketing tools, advertising platforms.
4. How We Use Your Data
We use your data to:
✅ Process form submissions and inquiries.
✅ Improve website functionality and user experience.
✅ Analyze visitor trends and track marketing effectiveness.
✅ Deliver personalized ads via Meta (Facebook & Instagram).
✅ Comply with legal and regulatory obligations.
5. Data Sharing & Third-Party Disclosure
We do not sell or rent your personal data. However, we may share your data with:
• Service Providers (Google, Meta) for analytics and advertising.
• Legal Authorities if required by law.
6. Your Data Protection Rights (PIPEDA Compliance)
Under Canada’s Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA), you have the right to:
✅ Access your personal data.
✅ Correct inaccurate information.
✅ Withdraw Consent to marketing communications.
✅ Request Deletion of your personal data (where applicable).
✅ Opt-Out of tracking (see Cookie Policy below).
To exercise your rights, contact us at: team@foodcultureplace.ca.
7. Data Retention
We retain personal data only as long as necessary for the purposes outlined in this policy. Tracking data from Google Analytics 4 and Meta Pixel is stored for up to 26 months in compliance with platform policies.
8. Security Measures
We use SSL encryption, access controls, and data minimization to protect your personal data from unauthorized access.
9. Changes to This Policy
We may update this policy from time to time. The latest version will always be available on our website.
10. Contact Information
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, contact us at:
📧 Email: team@foodcultureplace.ca
Cookies Policy
Last Updated: February 28, 2025
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit our website. They help improve user experience, track website performance, and enable targeted advertising.
2. What Cookies We Use
✅ Essential Cookies – Required for website functionality (cannot be disabled).
✅ Analytics Cookies (GA4) – Track visitor behavior and improve user experience.
✅ Advertising Cookies (Meta Pixel) – Deliver relevant ads on Facebook & Instagram.
3. How to Manage Cookies
You can disable cookies in your browser settings or use the cookie banner on our website to opt out of tracking.
4. Third-Party Cookies
Our website uses cookies from:
• Google Analytics 4 – Tracks website traffic.
• Meta Pixel – Measures ad effectiveness and enables remarketing.
For more details on how these platforms use data, refer to:
5. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Cookies Policy. Changes will be posted on this page.
Questions? Contact us at: team@foodcultureplace.ca