Privacy Policy

Lii Michif Otipemisiwak Family and Community Services

Effective Date: June 17, 2026

Lii Michif Otipemisiwak Family and Community Services ("LMOFCS", "we", "our", or "us") is committed to protecting the privacy and confidentiality of the personal information entrusted to us.

This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, store, and protect personal information through our website and services in accordance with applicable Canadian privacy legislation.


Information We Collect

We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide, including:

  • Name

  • Email address

  • Telephone number

  • Mailing address

  • Information submitted through contact forms

  • Information provided when requesting services or support

  • Employment application information

  • Other information you choose to provide

We may also collect limited technical information automatically when you visit our website, including:

  • IP address

  • Browser type

  • Device information

  • Pages visited

  • Date and time of access

  • Cookies and website analytics data


How We Use Your Information

We collect and use personal information to:

  • Respond to inquiries and requests

  • Provide programs and services

  • Communicate with clients, families, and community members

  • Process employment applications

  • Improve our website and services

  • Meet legal, regulatory, and funding requirements

  • Protect the security and integrity of our systems

We collect only the information reasonably necessary for these purposes.


Consent

By providing personal information to us, you consent to its collection, use, and disclosure as described in this Privacy Policy.

Where required by law, we will obtain additional consent before collecting or using information for other purposes.


Information Sharing

We do not sell, rent, or trade personal information.

Personal information may be disclosed:

  • To authorized employees and service providers who require access to perform their duties

  • When required by law, court order, or government authority

  • To protect the safety of individuals

  • With your consent

Any third-party service providers are required to maintain appropriate safeguards to protect personal information.


Website Cookies and Analytics

Our website may use cookies and similar technologies to improve functionality and understand website usage.

Cookies help us:

  • Improve website performance

  • Analyze visitor activity

  • Enhance user experience

You may disable cookies through your browser settings, although some website features may not function properly.


Data Security

We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect personal information against:

  • Unauthorized access

  • Loss or theft

  • Misuse

  • Alteration

  • Disclosure

  • Destruction

While we strive to protect information, no method of transmission over the Internet can be guaranteed completely secure.


Retention of Information

Personal information is retained only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, or as required by law.

When information is no longer required, it is securely destroyed or anonymized.


Your Rights

Subject to applicable laws, you may request:

  • Access to your personal information

  • Correction of inaccurate information

  • Information about how your personal information has been used or disclosed

Requests may be submitted using the contact information below.


Third-Party Websites

Our website may contain links to external websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of third-party sites.

We encourage users to review the privacy policies of any external websites they visit.


Children's Privacy

We recognize the importance of protecting children's privacy. Personal information relating to children is collected, used, and disclosed only in accordance with applicable laws and program requirements.


Changes to this Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices, services, or legal obligations.

Updated versions will be posted on this page with a revised effective date.


Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact:


Lii Michif Otipemisiwak Family and Community Services

 Phone: 250-554-9486

Email: ea@lmofcs.ca

                                                     Address: 707 Tranquille Road, Kamloops, BC V2B 3J1