This privacy policy outlines the practices of Ontario Citizen regarding the collection, use, and disclosure of personal information. It applies to all data gathered through our website, ontariocitizen.ca, and associated services. Review this document to understand how your information is handled.
Ontario Citizen is committed to protecting the privacy of its readers. This policy reflects our adherence to Canadian privacy principles and legal requirements. Personal information is processed with care and transparency.
This policy was last updated in March 2026. Any future revisions will be posted on this page with a new effective date.
Ontario Citizen is an independent news publication serving the province of Ontario. Our focus is on providing factual, timely news and analysis to our readership.
The operation of Ontario Citizen is managed by APG, an independent digital media company. Our editorial team comprises professional journalists and reporters.
We collect various types of information to provide our services and improve user experience. The data collected depends on your interaction with ontariocitizen.ca.
When you visit ontariocitizen.ca, our servers automatically record certain information. This includes your IP address, browser type, operating system, referring URLs, and pages viewed.
These details are used for analytical purposes, such as understanding website traffic patterns and identifying popular content. This data is aggregated and does not directly identify you.
If you subscribe to our digital services or newsletters, we collect personal information you provide. This typically includes your email address.
Other details, such as your name or postal code, may be requested voluntarily. This information is used to manage your subscription and tailor content delivery.
When you contact us with feedback or provide a news tip, we may collect your name, email address, and any other information you choose to include in your communication.
This information is used solely to respond to your inquiry or to investigate a news tip. Our journalists handle all communications with discretion.
Ontario Citizen displays advertising on its website. Our advertising partners may collect non-personally identifiable information through cookies and similar technologies.
This data helps advertisers deliver more relevant ads. It does not allow us to directly identify you personally.
The information we collect serves several purposes, all aimed at delivering our news service effectively.
We use data to operate and maintain our website, ensure its security, and analyze performance. This helps us to improve the functionality and content of ontariocitizen.ca.
Personal information collected for subscriptions is used to send newsletters and service updates. We process contact information to respond to reader inquiries and review news tips.
Ontario Citizen does not sell your personal information to third parties. Our commitment to privacy prohibits this practice.
We may share aggregated, non-personally identifiable data with partners for analytical purposes. This data cannot be traced back to individual users.
In certain circumstances, we may be required to disclose information by law. This includes responding to legitimate requests from public authorities, such as a court order or subpoena.
Our website uses cookies to enhance your browsing experience. Cookies are small text files stored on your device by your web browser.
These files help us remember your preferences, understand how you interact with our site, and improve site functionality. Some cookies are essential for the website to operate correctly.
You can control or delete cookies through your browser settings. Be aware that disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality of ontariocitizen.ca.
We retain personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected. This includes satisfying any legal, accounting, or reporting requirements.
Non-personally identifiable data, like website analytics, may be retained for longer periods to observe historical trends.
When personal information is no longer needed, it is securely deleted or anonymized.
Under Canadian privacy legislation, you have specific rights regarding your personal information. We respect your ability to control your data.
You have the right to request access to the personal information we hold about you. We will provide this information in a clear and understandable format.
If you believe that any personal information we hold is inaccurate or incomplete, you have the right to request its correction. We will update our records promptly.
You can request the deletion of your personal information from our systems. This right is subject to certain legal exceptions, such as obligations for data retention.
You may request a copy of your personal data in a structured, commonly used, and machine-readable format. This allows you to transfer your data to another service provider.
You have the right to object to the processing of your personal information in certain circumstances. We will review such requests and cease processing where appropriate.
To exercise any of these rights, please contact our privacy officer at privacy@ontariocitizen.ca.
This privacy policy is governed by the laws of Canada, including the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA). Provincial privacy legislation applicable in Ontario also guides our practices.
For more information about privacy rights in Canada, you can contact the Office of the Privacy Commissioner of Canada. Their website is priv.gc.ca, and they can be reached by phone at 1-800-282-1376.
Ontario Citizen may update this privacy policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. Any modifications will be posted on this page.
We encourage you to review this policy regularly to stay informed about how we are protecting your information. The "Last updated" date at the beginning of the policy indicates the latest version.
If you have any questions or concerns about this privacy policy or our data practices, please contact us.
You can reach our privacy officer by email at privacy@ontariocitizen.ca. We are available to address your inquiries regarding personal information.