Privacy Policy

At OREC (Ottawa Renewable Energy Co-operative), we are committed to protecting your privacy. This policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you visit orec.ca.
 

1. Information We Collect

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• Personal Information: We only collect personal information (such as your name or email address) when you voluntarily provide it via our contact forms or newsletter sign-ups.

• Automated Data: Like most websites, we use cookies and similar technologies via Wix to understand site traffic and improve your experience.

• Investing Information: Our MyOREC User Portal application (my-orec.orec.ca) collects personal and financial information when a member chooses to invest in OREC. This data is handled with enhanced security protocols. You can view the MyOREC Security Statement can be viewed here.
   

2. How We Use Your Information

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We use your data strictly to:

• Respond to your inquiries.

• Send updates or newsletters (if you have opted in).

• Enable members to invest in OREC at their discretion.

• Monitor website performance and security.
   

3. Third-Party Services

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We do not sell your data. We only share information with trusted service providers necessary to run our site, such as Wix (our hosting platform) and [Insert Newsletter Tool, e.g., Mailchimp], who are also bound by privacy obligations.

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4. Your Rights & Choices

 

You have the right to:

• Ask what personal data we hold about you.

• Request that we delete your personal information.

 

5. Contact Us

 

In compliance with Canadian privacy laws, if you have questions or wish to exercise your data rights, please contact our Privacy Officer at:
Email: privacy@orec.ca

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Last Updated: February 24, 2026

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