Terms of Use

Effective Date: December 9, 2025

This Privacy Policy describes how The Ark Bridgewater (“The Ark,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) collects, uses, discloses, and protects personal information when you visit our website at https://www.thearkbridgewater.org/ (the “Site”).

1. What Information We Collect

  • Information you provide directly: e.g., when you contact us, sign up, make a donation, or submit any form — this may include your name, email address, phone number, mailing address, and any other information you choose to supply.

  • Automatically collected data: when you visit the Site, we (or our hosting/analytics provider) may collect technical information such as IP address, browser type, operating system, pages visited, date/time of visit, and other usage data.

  • Cookies / Digital markers: we may use cookies or similar technologies to facilitate site functionality, remember preferences, and gather analytics.

2. Why We Collect Information & How We Use It

We use personal information only for the purposes for which it was collected, for example:

  • To respond to inquiries, messages, or requests from you.

  • To process donations or retail/store orders, if applicable.

  • To manage our programs, communications, and services more effectively.

  • To analyze how the Site is used, to improve and maintain our website.

  • To comply with any legal obligations.

3. Sharing Your Information

We will not sell or rent your personal information. We may share personal information only:

  • With trusted third-party service providers (e.g., for payment processing, hosting, analytics) — and only as needed to deliver the service.

  • If required by law or to protect our rights (e.g., responding to lawful requests, protecting against misuse or fraud).

4. Data Retention & Security

We retain personal information only for as long as needed to fulfill the purposes disclosed at collection (or as required by law). We implement reasonable security measures to protect personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, or misuse.

5. Your Rights

Under applicable privacy laws, you have the right to:

  • Request access to personal information we hold about you.

  • Ask us to correct, update or delete your personal information.

  • Withdraw consent (where applicable), subject to legal or contractual restrictions.

If you wish to exercise any of these rights, contact us using the contact details below.

6. Cookies & Tracking

Our Site may use cookies (or similar tracking technologies) to enhance functionality, remember preferences, and collect analytics data. If you prefer, you may disable cookies — though some parts of the Site may not function properly if you do.

7. Third-Party Links

Our Site may contain links to external websites or services. This Privacy Policy does not apply to those external sites; we encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing personal information.

8. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we do, we will revise the “Effective Date” at the top. We encourage you to check back periodically to stay informed.

9. Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns or requests about your personal information, please contact us at:

  • Email: thearkproductionc@gmail.com or thearkretail@gmail.com

  • Phone: (902) 543-1189

TERMS OF USE / TERMS OF SERVICE

Effective Date: December 9, 2025

These Terms of Use (“Terms”) govern your access to and use of the Site operated by The Ark Bridgewater. By accessing or using the Site, you agree to comply with and be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree, please do not use the Site.

1. Acceptable Use

  • You must use the Site in accordance with all applicable laws and regulations.

  • You may not use the Site in any way that violates these Terms or harms The Ark or others (including misuse, fraud, or unauthorized access).

2. Ownership & Intellectual Property

  • All content on the Site (text, images, logos, graphics, design, layout) is owned or licensed by The Ark, unless otherwise noted.

  • You may view, download, or print content for your personal, non-commercial use only. Any other use (reproduction, distribution, modification, public display) requires prior written permission from The Ark.

3. Donations, Orders & External Services

  • If the Site offers donations, retail orders, or other transactions, you acknowledge that such transactions may be handled through third-party services (payment processors, donation platforms). Your use of those services is subject to their terms and privacy policies (not ours).

  • We are not responsible for actions or policies of any third-party services.

4. Disclaimer of Warranties & Limitation of Liability

  • The Site is provided “as is.” While we strive to maintain accurate and up-to-date content, we make no guarantees (express or implied) about completeness, accuracy, reliability or suitability of the content.

  • We are not liable for any damages — direct or indirect — arising from your use of the Site, or your reliance on any content, donations, retail purchases, or third-party services.

5. Changes, Interruptions & Termination

  • The Ark reserves the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue the Site (or any part of it) at any time without notice.

  • We may also revise these Terms — your continued use after changes means you accept the new Terms.

  • We may restrict or terminate your access if you breach these Terms.

6. Links to Third-Party Sites

Our Site may include links to external websites. We are not responsible for the content, accuracy, practices, or privacy policies of those third-party sites.

7. Governing Law

These Terms are governed by the laws of Nova Scotia and Canada. Any legal action or proceeding related to these Terms or the Site shall be brought in the courts of Nova Scotia.

8. Contact Information

If you have any questions or concerns about these Terms, please contact us:

  • Email: thearkproductionc@gmail.com or thearkretail@gmail.com

  • Phone: (902) 543-1189

Why This Is Important

  • Under Canadian privacy law (e.g., PIPEDA), if your site collects personal information (names, emails, IP addresses, etc.), you are required to publish a clear privacy policy explaining how data is handled. 

  • Terms of Use (while not strictly required) help set clear rules for use of your site, help protect your content, and limit liability.