1. Purpose of This Policy
This policy aims to clearly explain:
- What cookies are and how we use them.
- What types of cookies may be placed on your device.
- How you can manage or delete cookies.
Hene Foundation respects your privacy and strives to be transparent about the technologies we use to collect data.
2. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your computer or mobile device when you visit a website.
They allow websites to remember your preferences, understand usage patterns, and deliver a better browsing experience.
Cookies may be:
- Session cookies, which are deleted once you close your browser, or
- Persistent cookies, which remain until they expire or are manually deleted.
3. Why We Use Cookies
We use cookies to:
- Ensure the website functions properly and securely.
- Understand how visitors interact with our site.
- Improve performance, accessibility, and content relevance.
- Support features such as contact forms, volunteer registrations, and donations.
- Provide a more personalized experience for returning visitors.
We do not use cookies to collect sensitive personal data or sell user information.
4. Types of Cookies We Use
a. Essential Cookies
These are necessary for the operation of our website. They enable features like security, navigation, and basic accessibility. Without these cookies, the website cannot function properly.
Examples:
- Session management
- Donation or registration forms
- Security verification
b. Performance and Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors use our website by collecting anonymous data such as page visits, time spent, and interactions.
We use this information to improve performance and design.
Example:
- Google Analytics (with IP anonymization enabled)
c. Functional Cookies
These remember your preferences — like region, language, and accessibility settings — to enhance your experience.
Example:
- Remembering form data for future submissions
- Adjusting layout for screen size or device type
d. Marketing and Social Media Cookies
These are used sparingly and only when integrating third-party services such as YouTube, Facebook, or Instagram.
They may track engagement with embedded content or measure the reach of our social initiatives.
Examples:
- YouTube embedded video cookies
- Facebook or Instagram sharing tools
5. Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies may be set by third-party platforms that provide functionality or analytics for our site.
We do not control these cookies and recommend reviewing their privacy policies:
Third-party cookies may collect usage data to analyze traffic or improve social media integration.
6. Managing and Disabling Cookies
You can control and manage cookies in several ways:
- Adjust browser settings to block or delete cookies.
- Use “private” or “incognito” browsing modes.
- Opt out of analytics cookies using browser extensions (e.g., Google Analytics Opt-Out Add-on).
Please note: disabling certain cookies may affect the website’s performance and functionality.
7. Data Collected via Cookies
Cookies may collect anonymous technical data such as:
- Browser type and version
- Device type and screen resolution
- IP address (partially anonymized)
- Pages visited, duration, and navigation patterns
This data is used solely for analytical and security purposes.
8. Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR & PIPEDA Compliance)
Depending on your location, our legal basis for processing cookie-related data may include:
- Consent: When you accept non-essential cookies via a banner or pop-up.
- Legitimate Interest: For essential cookies necessary to operate the website securely.
You may withdraw consent at any time by clearing cookies from your browser or adjusting your settings.
9. Data Retention
- Session cookies are deleted automatically after each browsing session.
- Persistent cookies remain active for up to 12 months, unless deleted manually.
We retain cookie-related data only as long as necessary to fulfill its purpose.
10. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy periodically to reflect changes in technology, legal requirements, or organizational practices.
When updated, the “Last Updated” date at the top of this page will change.
Your continued use of our site after changes are posted means you accept the revised policy.
11. Contact Information
If you have any questions or concerns about our use of cookies, please contact us:
📧 info@henefoundation.ca
🌐 www.henefoundation.ca
📍 Lethbridge & Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
12. Summary
By continuing to browse our website, you consent to the use of cookies in accordance with this policy.
You may withdraw or modify your consent at any time by adjusting your browser settings.