Privacy Policy

The Calgary Art Community (“we,” “our,” or “us”) is committed to protecting the privacy of our artists, attendees, and website visitors. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of personal information:

  • Contact Information: Name, email address, and social media handles when you sign up for events, newsletters, or giveaways.

  • Artist Submissions: Photos, biographies, and website or social media links provided for show materials.

  • Giveaway Entries: Email addresses and any additional information submitted through our free painting giveaways.

  • Event Participation Information: Details related to your involvement in our shows, classes, or promotions.

  • Website Usage Data: Basic analytics such as browser type or pages visited (if applicable).

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

  • Communicate with you about upcoming shows, events, and opportunities

  • Manage artist participation and event logistics

  • Create and display artist bios and promotional materials

  • Administer and promote free painting giveaways

  • Send newsletters, updates, or marketing communications (you can opt out at any time)

  • Improve our events, programs, and community offerings

3. Giveaway Entries

By entering our free painting giveaways, you agree to:

  • Provide a valid email address for entry

  • Receive occasional emails from us related to the giveaway, future events, or promotions

We do not sell or share giveaway participant information with third parties. You can unsubscribe from emails at any time using the link provided in our messages.

4. How We Protect Your Information

We take reasonable steps to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, misuse, or disclosure. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure.

5. Sharing of Information

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information. We may share limited information only when necessary to:

  • Work with trusted partners or sponsors directly related to our events (e.g., printing or promotional support)

  • Comply with legal obligations

6. Your Choices

You have the right to:

  • Opt out of receiving emails at any time

  • Request access to or correction of your personal information

  • Request that we delete your information from our records

To make a request, please contact us using the information below.

7. Third-Party Links

Our communications or materials may include links to external websites or social media platforms. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those third parties.

8. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be reflected with a new effective date.

9. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how your information is used, please contact us at:

Calgaryartistcommunity@gmail.com
Calgary Art Community

By engaging with our events, submitting your information, or entering our giveaways, you agree to this Privacy Policy.