Privacy Policy
Last Updated: January 2026
Scots in British Columbia ("we," "us," "our," or "Company") operates scotsinbritishcolumbia.com (the "Website"). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and otherwise process personal information in connection with our Website and services.
Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of information:
- Personal Information: Name, email address, and other contact details you voluntarily provide through forms, sign-ups, or inquiries.
- Technical Information: IP address, browser type, device type, operating system, and referring website.
- Cookies and Tracking: Information collected through cookies, web beacons, pixels, and similar technologies (see Cookie Policy below).
- Usage Data: Pages visited, links clicked, time spent on pages, search queries, and other interaction patterns.
How We Use Information
We use collected information for the following purposes:
- Analytics and performance tracking to understand user behavior and Website functionality.
- Affiliate tracking and commission monitoring related to casino partners and promotions.
- Site improvement and optimization of user experience.
- Compliance with legal obligations and fraud prevention.
- Communication regarding updates, promotions, or responses to inquiries.
Cookie Policy
Our Website uses cookies and similar technologies, including:
- Essential Cookies: Required for Website functionality and security.
- Analytics Cookies: Track user behavior to improve Website performance.
- Affiliate Tracking Cookies: Monitor referrals and affiliate commissions from casino partners.
- Advertising Cookies: Support third-party advertising and retargeting.
You may opt-out of non-essential cookies through your browser settings. Note that disabling cookies may limit Website functionality. You may also opt-out of targeted advertising by adjusting your device or browser privacy settings.
Third-Party Links
Our Website contains links to third-party casino operators, affiliate partners, and other external websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these third parties. When you access external links, their respective privacy policies and terms apply. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing personal information or engaging in gambling activities.
Your Rights
Under Canadian privacy legislation, including the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA), you have the following rights:
- Right to access your personal information held by us.
- Right to request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information.
- Right to request deletion of your personal information (subject to legal retention requirements).
- Right to opt-out of marketing communications.
- Right to lodge a complaint with applicable privacy authorities.
To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information provided in the Contact Us section below.
Data Retention
We retain personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, or as required by applicable law. Analytics data and cookies are typically retained for up to 24 months, unless a shorter or longer retention period is mandated by legal or regulatory requirements. You may request deletion of your data at any time, subject to exceptions for legal compliance and legitimate business purposes.
Contact Us
If you have questions, concerns, or wish to exercise your privacy rights, please contact us at:
Email: privacy@scotsinbritishcolumbia.com
We will respond to legitimate privacy requests within 30 days of receipt, in accordance with applicable Canadian privacy legislation.