Privacy Policy for The 51st State

Last updated: January 7, 2025

At The 51st State (accessible at nextusstate.com), we are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring that your personal information is handled responsibly and in compliance with applicable laws and regulations.

1. Information We Collect

a. Declaration Signatories and Mailing List Subscribers

When you:

• Sign the Declaration of Independence of Canada: We collect your name, email address, and IP address.
• Subscribe to our Mailing List: We collect your name, email address, and IP address.

b. Donors

If you choose to donate, we collect:

• Name
• Address
• Donor Type
• Donation Amount

Please note that all payment processing is handled securely by Stripe. We do not collect or store your credit card or payment details.

2. How We Use Your Information

• Compliance and Reporting: As a registered third-party with Elections Canada, we collect personal information to comply with the Elections Canada Act and for auditing purposes.
• Communications: To send updates, newsletters, and information about events.
• Event Notices: We may use IP geolocation to provide information about local events and rallies.

3. Disclosure of Your Information

a. Elections Canada

• If you donate over $200 during the election period, we are required by law to disclose your name and address to Elections Canada.
• Elections Canada will publish your name, city, and postal code publicly while redacting your street address.
• Donations below $200 during the election period will not require disclosure of your name or address to Elections Canada.

b. Auditors

Your information may be shared with auditors for compliance and reporting purposes as required by law.

c. No Sale of Personal Data

We do not sell or rent your personal information to third parties.

4. Cookies and Analytics

We do not use cookies or analytics tools on our website.

5. Third-Party Service Providers

• Stripe: All payment transactions are processed through Stripe. Please review Stripe’s Privacy Policy for more information.
• Constant Contact: We use Constant Contact to manage our email communications. Your name and email address will be stored securely in their system.

6. Data Security

We implement appropriate security measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction.

7. Your Choices and Rights

• Access and Correction: You may request access to or correction of your personal information held by us.
• Opt-Out: You can unsubscribe from our mailing list at any time by following the unsubscribe link in our emails or contacting us directly.

8. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at:

Email: nextusstate.com/contact

Address:

The 51st State
PO Box 2412 Stn Terminal
Vancouver, BC V6B 3W7
Canada