The Northern Rockies Regional Municipality (NRRM) is committed to protecting your privacy and safeguarding personal information you provide when visiting or interacting with our website. The following content outlines how we collect, use, and safeguard information in accordance with the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (FOIPPA) of British Columbia.
Privacy and Freedom of Information
Collection of Information
When you visit the NRRM website, certain session-related information is automatically collected and logged. This information may include:
- Date and time of your visit
- Pages viewed or services accessed
- Type of web browser and operating system used
- Internet Protocol (IP) address of the device or Internet Service Provider (ISP) accessing the site
An IP address is a number automatically assigned to your computer or network when accessing internet content.
Use of Information
The information collected is used solely for administrative and operational purposes, including:
- Analyzing website usage trends
- Monitoring and improving website performance and functionality
- Managing website security and system integrity
- Enhancing user experience and service delivery
Information is collected and analyzed in aggregate form only. IP addresses and session data are not linked to personally identifiable information.
Consent
By using the NRRM website, you consent to the collection, use, and disclosure of information.
Where personal information is collected through online forms, service requests, or other interactive features, such information is collected only when voluntarily provided by the user and for the purpose stated at the time of collection. Access to personal information is limited to authorized staff who require it to perform their duties. Information is retained only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected and in accordance with applicable records retention schedules and legal requirements.
Cookies
Some services available through the NRRM website may require the use of cookies. The NRRM website uses per-session cookies only.
Per-session cookies are small temporary files stored in your computer’s memory while you browse the website. These cookies:
- Support website navigation and functionality
- Do not collect personal information
- Are not stored permanently on your device
- Are automatically deleted when you leave the website or close your browser
External Links
The NRRM website may contain links to external websites. NRRM is not responsible for the privacy practices or content of external sites. Users are encouraged to review the privacy policies of any third-party websites they visit.
Questions or Concerns
If you have questions or concerns regarding this Privacy Policy or the collection, use, or protection of personal information on the NRRM website, please contact the Corporate Officer.