Last Updated: January 1, 2025
This Privacy Policy describes how Tulita Developments Ltd. ("TDL," "we," "us," or "our"), the economic development corporation of the Tulita Dene Band, collects, uses, discloses, and safeguards your personal information when you visit our website at tulitadevelopments.ca, contact us, or engage with our business services. By using our website or providing us with your information, you agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.
Introduction
Tulita Developments Ltd. is committed to protecting the privacy of individuals who interact with our organization. We recognize the importance of privacy and are dedicated to handling personal information responsibly and in accordance with applicable Canadian privacy legislation, including the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA) and applicable provincial and territorial privacy laws of the Northwest Territories.
This Privacy Policy applies to personal information collected through our website, contact forms, business inquiries, partnership discussions, and all other interactions with Tulita Developments Ltd. It does not apply to information about our employees or contractors, which is governed by separate internal policies.
Tulita Developments Ltd. is the economic development corporation wholly owned by the Tulita Dene Band. Our operations are rooted in the values of the Tulita Dene community — including respect, responsibility, and integrity — and these values guide how we handle your personal information.
Information We Collect
We may collect the following categories of personal information when you interact with us:
Information You Provide Directly
- Full name and contact details (email address, phone number, mailing address)
- Organization or company name and job title
- Nature of your inquiry, partnership interest, or business request
- Communications you send to us including messages, emails, and correspondence
- Information provided during meetings, site visits, or business discussions
Information Collected Automatically
- IP address and general geographic location (country, region)
- Browser type, version, and operating system
- Pages visited on our website and time spent on each page
- Referring website or search engine that directed you to our site
- Date and time of your visit
Information from Third Parties
We may occasionally receive information about you from third parties such as business partners, referral sources, or publicly available sources, which we combine with information we already hold about you where permitted by law.
How We Use Your Information
Tulita Developments Ltd. uses personal information only for legitimate business purposes, including:
- Responding to inquiries, contact form submissions, and business communications
- Evaluating and pursuing partnership and business development opportunities
- Providing information about our services, properties, and community initiatives
- Conducting due diligence and background checks for business partnerships where appropriate
- Improving the functionality and content of our website
- Complying with legal obligations and regulatory requirements
- Protecting the rights, property, and safety of TDL, the Tulita Dene Band, and the public
- Maintaining records of business interactions and correspondence
We will not use your personal information for purposes other than those identified above without your consent, unless required or permitted by law.
Disclosure of Information
Tulita Developments Ltd. does not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties. We may disclose personal information in the following limited circumstances:
Service Providers
We may engage trusted third-party service providers to assist in operating our website or conducting our business (such as IT support, website hosting, or communication platforms). These providers are contractually obligated to protect your information and may not use it for any purpose other than providing services to us.
Within Our Organization
Personal information may be shared internally within Tulita Developments Ltd. and with the Tulita Dene Band leadership on a need-to-know basis for the purposes outlined in this policy.
Legal Requirements
- When required by law, court order, or government authority
- To protect the rights, safety, or property of TDL, the Tulita Dene Band, or others
- In connection with a business transaction such as a merger, acquisition, or asset sale, subject to appropriate confidentiality protections
We will never sell your personal information to advertisers or data brokers. Your information is used solely to support our business operations and community development mission.
Your Rights
Subject to applicable law, you have the following rights regarding your personal information:
- Access: You may request access to the personal information we hold about you.
- Correction: You may request that we correct inaccurate or incomplete personal information.
- Withdrawal of Consent: Where we rely on your consent to process personal information, you may withdraw that consent at any time, subject to legal or contractual restrictions.
- Complaint: You have the right to lodge a complaint with the Office of the Privacy Commissioner of Canada if you believe we have mishandled your personal information.
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the information provided in Section 12 of this policy. We will respond to requests within a reasonable timeframe and in accordance with applicable law.
Cookies & Website Tracking
Our website may use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your browsing experience and gather analytics data. Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit our website.
Types of Cookies We May Use
- Essential Cookies: Required for the website to function properly. These cannot be disabled.
- Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how visitors interact with our website so we can improve content and functionality.
- Preference Cookies: Remember your settings and preferences to improve your experience on return visits.
Most web browsers allow you to manage cookie preferences through their settings. Disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality of our website. By continuing to use our website, you consent to our use of cookies as described in this policy.
Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to third-party websites, including our YouTube channel and other external resources. This Privacy Policy applies only to tulitadevelopments.ca and does not govern the privacy practices of any third-party websites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party websites you visit. Tulita Developments Ltd. is not responsible for the content or privacy practices of external websites.
Security
Tulita Developments Ltd. takes the security of your personal information seriously. We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect personal information against unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction.
However, no method of transmission over the internet or method of electronic storage is completely secure. While we strive to use commercially acceptable means to protect your personal information, we cannot guarantee its absolute security. You provide personal information to us at your own risk.
Children's Privacy
Our website and services are not directed at children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately and we will take steps to delete such information from our records.
Changes to This Policy
Tulita Developments Ltd. reserves the right to update this Privacy Policy at any time to reflect changes in our practices, legal requirements, or operational needs. We will indicate the date of the most recent revision at the top of this page. We encourage you to review this policy periodically. Your continued use of our website after any changes constitutes your acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.
Contact Us
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our handling of your personal information, please contact us:
Tulita Developments Ltd.
Tulita, Northwest Territories, Canada
Sahtu Region
Website: tulitadevelopments.ca
You also have the right to contact the Office of the Privacy Commissioner of Canada at www.priv.gc.ca if you have concerns about how we handle your personal information.