Last updated: January 2026
Acadia Divinity College (“ADC”, “we”, “our”) is committed to protecting the privacy of everyone who visits our website, contacts us, or takes part in our programs and activities. This policy explains what personal information we collect, how we use it, and the choices you have.
1. Information We Collect
We collect personal information only when it is needed to serve you. This may include:
Information you provide directly
- Contact information (name, email address, phone number, mailing address)
- Admissions or program inquiries
- Event or workshop registrations
- Newsletter subscriptions
- Donation information submitted through our secure giving platform
Information collected automatically
- Basic website analytics (pages visited, time on site, browser type, IP address)
- Cookies used for functionality and performance
We do not use this information to identify individuals unless required for security or legal reasons.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use your personal information to:
- Respond to inquiries
- Process admissions and program-related requests
- Register you for events
- Provide newsletters and updates (when you opt in)
- Support donor relations and issue tax receipts
- Improve our website and services
- Meet legal or regulatory requirements
We only use your information for the purpose for which it was collected unless you give permission for other uses.
3. When We Share Information
We do not sell or trade your personal information.
We may share information with trusted third-party service providers who help us operate the College, such as:
- Email newsletter services
- Online payment processors
- Event registration platforms
- Website analytics tools
- Systems like Raiser’s Edge or Colleague to manage information
These providers are only given the information they need to perform their services and must protect it according to industry standards.
We may also disclose information if required by law.
4. Cookies and Website Analytics
Our website uses cookies to support basic functionality and to help us understand how visitors use our site. You can manage or disable cookies in your browser settings. Doing so may affect how some features work.
ADC uses analytics tools only to view aggregated, non-identifying data.
5. How We Protect Your Information
We take reasonable measures to safeguard your personal information, including:
- Secure servers and encrypted forms
- Limited, role-based access
- Third-party services that follow recognized security standards
While no method of transmission is 100% secure, we work to protect your information to the best of our ability.
6. Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Request access to your personal information
- Ask for corrections to inaccurate or incomplete information
- Withdraw consent for communications (e.g., unsubscribe from newsletters)
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the information below.
7. Links to External Sites
Our website may contain links to external websites. We are not responsible for the content or privacy practices of those sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies.
8. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle personal information, please contact:
Acadia Divinity College
Phone: 902-585-2210
Email: adcinfo@acadiau.ca
Website: www.acadiadiv.ca
9. Changes to This Policy
We may update this policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated “Last Updated” date.