Privacy Policy

Last updated: September 24, 2026

Who We Are and Our Role as Data Controller

eventwireza.org operates this informational website as the data controller under the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA) of Canada. We determine the purposes and means of processing any personal information collected through the site. Our activities focus on sharing stories about architecture, real people, forgotten places and daily life, presented in a non-commercial manner without any sales, advertising partnerships or data monetization.

Scope of This Privacy Notice

This notice applies to all visitors to the website who are located in Canada or whose information is processed in connection with Canadian operations. It covers information gathered when you browse pages, submit the contact form on our Contacts page or interact with the site-wide cookie banner. The notice does not apply to external websites linked from our content, as we have no control over their practices.

Categories of Personal Data and Sources

We collect only the personal information you voluntarily provide through the contact form, such as your name and any message content. Additional data may include technical information automatically gathered by our hosting provider, including IP address, browser type, device information and pages visited. No data is obtained from third-party sources, public records or purchased lists. We do not collect sensitive personal information such as health details, financial data or precise location beyond what is necessary for basic site functionality.

Purposes of Processing and Legal Bases

Personal information is processed for the following purposes, each with a corresponding legal basis under PIPEDA: responding to inquiries submitted via the contact form (based on your consent or legitimate interest in providing customer service); maintaining site security and preventing abuse (based on legitimate interest); and complying with legal obligations such as record-keeping requirements (based on legal obligation). We do not use data for marketing, profiling or any commercial purpose.

Whether Providing Data Is Required

Supplying information through the contact form is entirely optional. You may browse the entire site without providing any personal details. If you choose not to submit the form, we simply cannot respond to your inquiry. No consequences arise from refusing to share information beyond the inability to receive a direct reply.

Cookies and Similar Technologies

The site uses cookies and similar tracking technologies solely to remember cookie banner preferences and ensure basic functionality. A separate Cookie Policy explains these practices in detail; please refer to that document for information on cookie categories, durations and your choices regarding their use.

Processors, Recipients and Legal Disclosures

We engage limited service providers such as web hosting companies and analytics platforms that act as processors under our instructions. These providers receive only the minimum data necessary to deliver their services. We may disclose information when required by Canadian law, court order or regulatory authority, but we do not sell, rent or share data with unrelated third parties for any other reason.

International Transfers

Some processors may store data outside Canada. When transfers occur, we rely on contractual safeguards and ensure that the receiving jurisdiction provides a comparable level of protection consistent with PIPEDA requirements. You may contact us through the contact form to request further details about specific safeguards in place.

Data Retention

Contact form submissions are retained only as long as needed to address your inquiry and for a reasonable follow-up period not exceeding two years. Technical logs are kept for security purposes for up to one year. Data is deleted or anonymized once the retention period ends, unless a longer period is mandated by law.

Security and Data Minimisation

We implement reasonable administrative, technical and physical measures to protect personal information against loss, theft and unauthorized access. These include access controls, encryption in transit and regular review of data collection practices. We follow data-minimisation principles by collecting only what is necessary for the stated purposes and by avoiding unnecessary retention.

Your Data Subject Rights

Under PIPEDA you have the right to access your personal information, request corrections, withdraw consent where processing relies on consent and object to processing based on legitimate interest. You may also request deletion or restriction in certain circumstances. These rights are subject to legal exceptions and verification of identity.

Exercising Your Rights and Withdrawing Consent

To exercise any of these rights or withdraw consent, please use the contact form available on our Contacts page. We will respond within the timelines required by PIPEDA, typically within thirty days. No fee applies for standard requests, although excessive or repetitive requests may incur reasonable administrative charges.

Right to Complain to the Supervisory Authority

If you believe your privacy rights have been violated, you may file a complaint with the Office of the Privacy Commissioner of Canada. Contact details for the Office are available on its official website. We encourage you to first attempt resolution directly with us through the contact form.

Children and Age Restrictions

The website is intended for a general adult audience. We do not knowingly collect personal information from individuals under the age of thirteen. If we become aware that data from a child has been submitted without verified parental consent, we will delete it promptly. Parents or guardians who believe their child has provided information may use the contact form to request removal.

Automated Decision-Making and Profiling

We do not engage in automated decision-making or profiling that produces legal or similarly significant effects. Any analytics performed are limited to aggregate usage statistics and do not involve individual profiling.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in law, technology or our practices. The effective date appears at the top of the page. Continued use of the site after an update constitutes acceptance of the revised terms. Previous versions are not archived on the site but may be requested via the contact form for reference purposes.