Privacy Policy

Effective Date: July 9th 2026

The campaign to elect Hasti Anasory as Ward 6 Councillor in Richmond Hill ("the Campaign," "we," "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This policy explains what personal information we collect through votehasti.ca, how we use it, and the choices you have.

Information We Collect

We collect personal information only when you choose to provide it, including when you:

  • Contact us — your name, email address, phone number, and the contents of your message

  • Sign up for updates — your name and email address

  • Volunteer — your name, contact information, and availability or areas of interest

  • Make a contribution — your name, address, and contribution amount, as required under the Municipal Elections Act, 1996

  • Request a lawn sign — your name, address, and contact information

We may also collect limited, non-identifying technical information (such as browser type and pages visited) through standard website analytics to help us understand how visitors use the site.

How We Use Your Information

Your information is used solely for campaign purposes, including:

  • Responding to your questions and requests

  • Sending campaign updates, event invitations, and volunteer opportunities (only if you've opted in)

  • Coordinating volunteer activities and lawn sign deliveries

  • Meeting the record-keeping and financial reporting requirements of the Municipal Elections Act, 1996

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to any third party.

Donations and Contributions

When you make a contribution to the Campaign, we collect your name, address, and contribution amount. This information is required by law and is used to:

  • Verify your eligibility to contribute under the Municipal Elections Act, 1996 (contributions may only be made by individuals who are residents of Ontario; corporations and trade unions are not permitted to contribute)

  • Ensure contributions remain within the legal limits set out under the Act

  • Issue you a receipt for your contribution

  • Maintain the financial records the Campaign is legally required to keep

Payment processing: Online contributions are processed by a third-party payment provider. The Campaign does not collect, view, or store your credit card or banking details at any time. Payment information is handled directly and securely by the payment processor in accordance with its own privacy policy and industry security standards.

Public disclosure: Under the Municipal Elections Act, 1996, the names and addresses of contributors whose total contributions exceed $100 are included in the candidate's financial statement, which becomes part of the public record filed with the City of Richmond Hill Clerk's Office.

Ineligible contributions: If a contribution is found to be ineligible or to exceed legal limits, it will be returned to the contributor or otherwise handled as required by the Act.

Email Communications

We only send email updates to individuals who have provided consent. Every email includes an unsubscribe link, and you may opt out at any time. We comply with Canada's Anti-Spam Legislation (CASL).

Third-Party Services

Our website and campaign operations may rely on trusted third-party service providers, such as our website hosting platform, email service provider, and payment processor for online contributions. These providers have access to personal information only as needed to perform their services and are obligated to protect it. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any payment processor used when making a contribution.

Cookies and Analytics

This website may use cookies and similar technologies for basic functionality and analytics. You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings; the site will remain usable if you do.

Data Retention

We retain personal information only as long as necessary for campaign purposes and to meet legal obligations. Records related to campaign finances are retained in accordance with the requirements of the Municipal Elections Act, 1996. After these obligations are met, personal information is securely deleted.

Security

We take reasonable administrative and technical measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, loss, or misuse.

Children's Privacy

This website is not directed at children, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from anyone under the age of 16.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with a revised effective date.

Contact Us

If you have questions about this policy or your personal information, please contact:

Campaign to Elect Hasti Anasory — Ward 6, Richmond Hill Email: [Insert campaign email]

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