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Last Updated: February 26, 2026
Surrey First is committed to protecting the privacy and security of your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard the data you provide to us through our website, newsletter sign-ups, event registrations, and political contributions.
1. Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of personal information:
Contact Information: Name, email address, phone number, and residential mailing address.
Political Contribution Data: As required by British Columbia’s Local Elections Campaign Financing Act, we must collect the full name and residential address of individuals who make political contributions.
Engagement Data: Information regarding your interest in volunteering, hosting lawn signs, or attending specific events.
Technical Data: IP address, browser type, and usage data collected through cookies to improve our website performance.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to:
Provide updates on our platform, news, and community initiatives.
Process event registrations and ticket purchases.
Ensure compliance with provincial laws regarding political contributions.
Coordinate volunteer efforts and community outreach.
Respond to inquiries and feedback sent through our contact forms.
3. Political Contributions and Legal Requirements
In accordance with British Columbia law:
Eligibility: Political contributions can only be made by individuals who are Canadian citizens or permanent residents.
Limits: The total contribution limit for the 2026 calendar year is $1,425. We are legally required to track and report contributions to ensure these limits are not exceeded.
Public Disclosure: Please be aware that contributions over a certain threshold may be subject to public disclosure requirements as mandated by Elections BC.
4. Data Retention and Security
We implement a variety of security measures to maintain the safety of your personal information. Your personal data is contained behind secured networks and is only accessible by a limited number of persons who have special access rights to such systems and are required to keep the information confidential.
We retain personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected or to comply with legal, accounting, or reporting requirements.
5. Third-Party Disclosure
We do not sell, trade, or otherwise transfer your personally identifiable information to outside parties except for:
Service Providers: Trusted third parties who assist us in operating our website, conducting our business, or servicing you, so long as those parties agree to keep this information confidential.
Legal Compliance: When required to comply with provincial or federal laws, such as reporting to Elections BC.
6. Your Rights and Opting Out
You may opt out of our email communications at any time by clicking the “unsubscribe” link at the bottom of any email. You may also contact us to request access to, correction of, or deletion of any personal information that you have provided to us.
7. Changes to this Policy
Surrey First reserves the right to update this Privacy Policy at any time. We will notify you of any significant changes by posting the new policy on this page and updating the “Last Updated” date.
8. Contact Us
If you have any questions regarding this privacy policy, you may contact us using the information below:
Surrey First Box 34023, RPO Clover Square Surrey, BC, V3S 8C4 Email: info@surreyfirst.org