Privacy Statement

The Town of Wainwright is committed to protecting your personal information. Our collection, use, and disclosure practices follow the requirements of the Access to Information Act (ATIA) and the Protection of Privacy Act (POPA).

Collection of Information

We collect only the personal information necessary to deliver municipal programs and services. This authority comes from POPA, ATIA, and the Municipal Government Act. When you contact the Town, submit a form, or request a service, the information you provide is used to respond to you and to administer the related municipal program.

When you visit our website, limited technical information is automatically collected, such as your IP address, browser type, and operating system. This information helps us maintain security and improve website functionality. The extent to which this information identifies you depends on your Internet Service Provider.

If you send us an email or complete an online form, the personal information you provide will be used only for the purpose for which it was collected or for a use consistent with that purpose. The Town may disclose information when authorized by law, including to other public bodies, law enforcement, or service providers acting on our behalf.

Cookies and Third-Party Links

Our website may use cookies to enhance your browsing experience. Cookies do not identify you personally and can be refused or deleted through your browser settings. External websites linked from our pages are not governed by this Privacy Statement.

Retention and Disposal

The Town retains and disposes of personal information in accordance with its Preservation of Municipal Records Disposition Schedule and applicable legislation. You have the right to request access to your personal information, request corrections, and seek a review by the Information and Privacy Commissioner. If a privacy breach occurs that creates a real risk of significant harm, the Town will notify affected individuals as required by POPA.

Trade Marks

All product names mentioned on this website are the trademarks of their respective owners.

No Endorsement

The Town does not endorse any products or services that may be referred to in, or linked to, this website.

Contact Information

For questions about how your personal information is handled, or to make an access or correction request, please contact the Town’s Access and Privacy Coordinator at 780‑842‑3381.