Privacy Policy
Last updated: July 2026
The Centre for Early Learning and Development ("we," "us," or "our") is committed to protecting the privacy of the families, children, and educators in our community. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect personal information in accordance with Alberta's Personal Information Protection Act (PIPA).
By using our website at [www.yourwebsite.com], registering your child in our program, or otherwise providing us with personal information, you consent to the collection, use, and disclosure of that information as described in this policy.
Information We Collect
We collect only the personal information necessary to operate our program and communicate with families. This may include:
From parents/guardians: name, email address, phone number, mailing address, and emergency contact information.
From children: name, date of birth, and any relevant health, allergy, or accessibility information needed to support your child's care and safety.
From website visitors: information voluntarily submitted through forms (e.g., tour requests, newsletter sign-ups, registration inquiries).
From job applicants: resumes, cover letters, and contact information submitted through our Careers page.
How We Use This Information
We use personal information only for the purposes for which it was collected, including to:
Register and enroll your child in our program
Communicate with families about your child's learning, health, and safety
Respond to inquiries submitted through our website
Send updates or newsletters to families who have opted in
Evaluate job applications for open positions
Meet legal, regulatory, or licensing obligations as an early learning provider
We do not use personal information for any purpose beyond what is reasonable and was disclosed at the time of collection, and we do not sell personal information to third parties.
When We Share Information
We do not disclose personal information except:
To staff and educators directly involved in your child's care
To regulatory or licensing bodies where required by law (e.g., Alberta Children's Services)
To service providers who support our operations (e.g., registration platforms, email newsletter providers), who are contractually required to protect your information
Where required by law, such as in response to a valid legal request
Your Consent
By providing personal information to us, you consent to its collection, use, and disclosure as outlined in this policy. You may withdraw your consent at any time, subject to legal or contractual restrictions, by contacting us using the information below. Withdrawing consent may affect our ability to provide certain services, such as program enrollment.
Keeping Your Information Safe
We take reasonable administrative, technical, and physical measures to protect personal information against unauthorized access, use, disclosure, or loss, appropriate to the sensitivity of the information involved.
Accessing & Correcting Your Information
Under PIPA, you have the right to:
Request access to the personal information we hold about you or your child
Request correction of any inaccurate or incomplete information
Withdraw consent for certain uses of your information, as noted above
To make a request, please contact us using the information below. We will respond within the timelines required by PIPA.
How Long We Keep Information
We retain personal information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy, or as required by law or regulatory obligation.
Questions About This Policy
If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding your personal information, please contact:
Centre for Early Learning and Development [Email address][Phone number]
If you have concerns that cannot be resolved directly with us, you may also contact the Office of the Information and Privacy Commissioner of Alberta (OIPC) at oipc.ab.ca.