Privacy Policy
Mike Starchuk for Mayor Campaign (City of Surrey)
Effective Date: February 1, 2026
The Mike Starchuk for Mayor campaign (“the Campaign”, “we”, “our”, or “us”) respects the privacy of individuals and is committed to protecting personal information collected through our campaign activities and website.
This Privacy Policy describes how personal information is collected, used, and protected in connection with the municipal election campaign for Mayor of the City of Surrey, British Columbia.
Scope
This Privacy Policy applies to personal information collected through:
- The campaign website
- Volunteer and supporter sign-up forms
- Email communications and newsletters
- Event registrations
- Donations made to the campaign
- Direct communication with the campaign by email, phone, or other means
Collection of Personal Information
The Campaign may collect personal information that individuals voluntarily provide, including:
- Name
- Email address
- Phone number
- Mailing address or postal code
- Volunteer information
- Donation information required for campaign finance compliance
- Any additional information provided through forms or correspondence
Use of Personal Information
Personal information may be used for the following purposes:
- Communicating campaign updates and announcements
- Responding to inquiries from the public
- Coordinating volunteers and campaign events
- Processing and recording campaign donations
- Complying with reporting obligations under applicable election laws
- Improving the functionality and effectiveness of campaign communications and website services
Personal information will only be used for purposes related to the campaign.
Compliance with Election and Privacy Laws
The Campaign operates in accordance with applicable provincial and municipal legislation, including requirements governing campaign finance disclosure for municipal elections in British Columbia.
Certain donor and financial information may be collected, recorded, and disclosed as required by applicable election regulations and reporting obligations.
Email and Campaign Communications
Individuals who subscribe to campaign communications may receive emails about campaign updates, events, volunteer opportunities, and other related information.
Recipients may unsubscribe at any time using the unsubscribe link included in campaign emails or by contacting the campaign directly.
Sharing of Personal Information
The Campaign does not sell, rent, or trade personal information.
Personal information may be shared with trusted service providers who assist with:
- Website hosting
- Email communication platforms
- Volunteer coordination tools
- Donation processing services
These providers are required to maintain appropriate confidentiality and security protections.
Personal information may also be disclosed when required by law, regulation, or election reporting obligations.
Donations and Financial Information
Campaign donations may be processed through secure third-party payment providers. Payment information is handled directly by those providers in accordance with their own privacy and security policies.
Information related to donations may be retained and reported where required by applicable campaign finance regulations.
Cookies and Website Analytics
The campaign website may use cookies or similar technologies to help improve user experience and analyze website traffic.
This information may include:
- Pages visited
- Time spent on the website
- Referring websites
- Device or browser information
This data is used for general analytics purposes and does not identify individual users.
Data Security
The Campaign takes reasonable steps to safeguard personal information through administrative and technical security measures designed to prevent unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or loss.
However, no internet-based transmission or storage system can be guaranteed to be completely secure.
Third-Party Websites
The campaign website may contain links to third-party websites, including social media platforms. The Campaign is not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those external websites.
Individuals should review the privacy policies of those websites before providing personal information.
Access to Personal Information
Individuals may request access to personal information held by the Campaign or request corrections if the information is inaccurate or incomplete.
Requests can be made by contacting the campaign using the contact information below.
Updates to This Privacy Policy
This Privacy Policy may be updated from time to time to reflect changes in campaign operations, legal requirements, or website practices. Updates will be posted on the campaign website with the revised effective date.
Contact Information
For questions about this Privacy Policy or the handling of personal information, please contact:
Mike Starchuk for Mayor Campaign
City of Surrey, British Columbia
[email protected]