Privacy

Disclaimer

The information and data included on the Township of Oro-Medonte Web site has been compiled by township staff from a variety of sources, and are subject to change without notice. The Township of Oro-Medonte makes no warranties or representations regarding the quality, content, completeness, or adequacy of such information and data. In any situation where the official printed publications of the Township of Oro-Medonte differ from the text contained on the web site; the official printed documents take precedence.

This site contains links to other Internet web sites that are provided solely for your convenience or interest. The Township of Oro-Medonte makes no warranties or representations as to the content of any web site accessed through these links, and assumes no liability or responsibility for the content or services found on these sites.

Social Media Disclaimer

Official Township of Oro-Medonte social media sites are managed by Corporate Communications within the Corporate Services Department.

The Township of Oro-Medonte reserves the sole right to review, edit and/or delete any comments deemed inappropriate. Comments including, but not limited to, the following may be deleted or edited if deemed inappropriate or irrelevant by the Corporation:

Content containing slanderous and/or defamatory remarks, obscene language or sexual content;
Content that promotes or fosters discrimination on the basis of, including but not limited to, race, creed, colour, age, religion, gender, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, national origin, physical or mental disability or sexual orientation;
Promotion of political candidates;
Information that may compromise public safety;
Private, personal information published without consent;
Promotion of illegal activity;
Promotion or solicitation of business services or products not related to or affiliated with the Corporation of the Township of Oro-Medonte;
Advertisements and business solicitations not sponsored or affiliated with the Corporation of the Township of Oro-Medonte;

Additionally, we reserve the right to terminate involvement by those who post such content.

For more information, please contact Corporate Communications or call (705) 487-2171.

Privacy Statement

The Township of Oro-Medonte takes your privacy very seriously and is committed to protecting the privacy of any personal information you may provide when visiting the Township website. The purpose of the statement is to inform users of this site with regards to the collection and use of personal information.

We do not automatically gather any personal information from you, such as your name, phone number, or email address. This information is only obtained if you supply it voluntarily, usually through contacting us via email, or by submission of an online web feedback form, or survey. Any personal information you do provide is protected with the provisions set out in the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act ("M.F.I.P.P.A."). The information and Privacy Commissioner of Ontario Office, oversees MFIPPA and the rules established as to how government institutions may collect, use, and disclose personal information.

This website contains links to other sites. We are not responsible for the content and the privacy practices of other websites and encourage you to examine each site's privacy practices before submitting personal information.

Privacy Statement - Secured Transactions

The Township is governed by the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. When the Township receives your personal information through a secured environment, the Township will only ask you for the personal information that it needs to provide you with the service you request. The Township will use all reasonable steps to ensure the security of that information once received and will not distribute it to any third party unless required by law to do so.

For questions or comments regarding these practices, or for additional information about the administration of the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, please visit the Freedom of Information webpage, or call the Township of Oro-Medonte at (705) 487-2171.

To make a Freedom of Information Request, please complete the Freedom of Information Request Form.

Bylaw Disclaimer

The Township has given you access to a number of its bylaws through these webpages. The bylaws are provided for convenience only and the Township does not guarantee that they are complete in this electronic form. You should contact the Township Clerk to obtain official copies of any bylaws in which you wish to rely.

Collection of information by Forms or Surveys

When you visit the Township of Oro-Medonte website you do so anonymously and are not required to tell us who you are. The Township may request personal information from you in order to provide requested specialized services, but such information is handled as it would be on an in-person visit. When personal information is requested it is our commitment to provide notice outlining:

The legal authority to collect your personal information
The purpose for collecting the personal information
How the information will be used
Who to contact if you have any questions about these practices

Access is limited to only those employees who need access in order to perform their assigned duties. Employees are regularly instructed in their responsibilities in protecting personal information and privacy.

All information voluntarily sent to the Township website, by email, feedback form or other means, becomes the property of the Township of Oro-Medonte.

The Township of Oro-Medonte does not sell, nor distribute this information to any outside company or organization. The Township does not reveal specific information about users or other personally identifiable data to unaffiliated third parties for their independent use, except if required to do so by law. This privacy statement is limited to the Township of Oro-Medonte website.

Google Analytics Terms of Use

This website uses Google Analytics, a web analytics service provided by Google, Inc. (“Google”). Google Analytics uses “cookies”, which are text files placed on your computer, to help the website analyze how users use the site. The information generated by the cookie about your use of the website (including your IP address) will be transmitted to and stored by Google on servers in the United States. Google will use this information for the purpose of evaluating your use of the website, compiling reports on website activity for website operators and providing other services relating to website activity and internet usage. Google may also transfer this information to third parties where required to do so by law, or where such third parties process the information on Google’s behalf. Google will not associate your IP address with any other data held by Google. You may refuse the use of cookies by selecting the appropriate settings on your browser, however please note that if you do this you may not be able to use the full functionality of this website. By using this website, you consent to the processing of data about you by Google in the manner and for the purposes set out above.

Collection of Non-Identifying Information

The Township of Oro-Medonte collects non-identifying information from users of its website. This information includes Internet Protocol (I.P.) address, type of browser, date and time of visit and the different webpages visited on the website. The information is used for statistical reporting purposes and to design and improve access to information and services available on our website. We do not combine the information with other information or services to determine browsing habits on websites beyond those operated by the Township, or to determine identities.

The Township monitors website traffic information using log files on its website server. The purpose is for statistical reporting of how many visitors visit the website a day and how they find information. This information is analyzed and can result in changes to the website content and navigation in order to ensure it meets the needs of community members, businesses and visitors.

The Township's website uses cookies to improve users' experience. A "cookie" is a small text file that is stored on a user's computer, placed there by a web server for future access and retrieval of stored information. All employees and processors who have access to your cookies are obliged to respect the confidentiality of that information. Web browsers automatically accept cookies, but you can modify your browser setting to decline cookies if you prefer. Be aware that by declining cookies, some interactive features or online services that depend on cookies may not function as intended.

Collection, Use and Disclosure of Personal Information

The Township of Oro-Medonte may collect, use and/or disclose personal information when necessary for the proper administration of a lawfully authorized activity in accordance with the provisions of M.F.I.P.P.A.

The Township does not automatically gather personal information via oro-medonte.ca. However, personal information may be required as part of the registration and/or application process for a Township program or service.

The Township collects personal information for the following reasons:

To process your requests for services, products or additional information.
To communicate with you regarding services that you have requested.
To meet legal and regulatory requirements.

Whenever you are required to submit personal information, you will be provided with written notice that contains:

the legal authority for the collection
the principle purpose(s) for which the information is intended to be used
the title, business address and business telephone number of an officer or employee of the Township who can answer any questions you may have about the collection

If your personal information changes (e.g. name, address, postal code, telephone number, email address, etc.), or you no longer desire our services, the Township will endeavor to provide a way to correct, update or remove this information.

If you have any questions or concerns regarding the collection of personal information, please contact the Township Administration Centre at 148 Line 7 South, Oro-Medonte, Ontario, L0L 2E0 or call (705) 487-2171.

Township of Oro-Medonte Administration Centre
148 Line 7 South
Oro-Medonte, ON L0L 2E0

Phone: (705) 487-2171
Fax: (705) 487-0133