Calgary Votes ("we," "us," "our") operates calgaryvotes.com. This page informs you of our policies regarding the collection, use, and disclosure of personal data when you use our website and the choices you have associated with that data.
When you submit a message to Dusty or share your civic voice, we collect the text you provide. Personal information like emails, phone numbers, and addresses are automatically redacted from our logs. Your message is processed by AI to generate a summary for our editors. Only the core civic perspective is retained, not your personal contact details.
When you sign up for The Calgary Roundup newsletter, we collect your email address and first name (optional). This information is used solely to send you the newsletter and communications related to Calgary Votes. You can unsubscribe at any time.
When you sign in using Google or create an account with email and password, we work with Supabase (our authentication provider) to securely manage your credentials. Your password is never stored in plain text. We store your email and optional profile information (name, metadata) to maintain your account and personalize your experience.
When you submit a directory listing, we collect the business name, address, and any notes you provide. This information is moderated and published in our directory for other users to see. We do not publish your contact details unless you explicitly provide them as part of the listing information.
We track basic page views and navigation patterns to understand how people use Calgary Votes. This helps us improve the site. We do not use Google Analytics or third-party tracking pixels. All analytics are handled internally.
We take data security seriously. All communications are encrypted using HTTPS. Sensitive data is encrypted at rest. Personal information is stored securely by Supabase, which implements industry-standard security practices. However, no system is completely secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security of your data.
We retain your account information as long as you maintain an active account. Newsletter signups are retained until you unsubscribe. Civic voice submissions are retained for editorial and archive purposes, with personal information redacted. Directory listings are retained as long as they remain current and relevant.
You have the right to access the personal information we hold about you, request corrections, or request deletion. To exercise these rights, contact us through the site. We will respond within 30 days. You can also delete your account at any time, which removes your profile data (though archived civic submissions may remain with personal information redacted).
We use Supabase for data storage and authentication. We do not share your personal information with third parties except as necessary to provide services (e.g., Supabase) or as required by law. Directory listings may be publicly available, but personal information is not included without your consent.
We may update this policy occasionally. Changes will be posted on this page. Your continued use of Calgary Votes implies acceptance of any changes. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.
If you have questions about this privacy policy or our privacy practices, you can reach out through the contact information on Calgary Votes or email us directly. We take your privacy concerns seriously and will respond promptly.
Last updated: 2026