Nanaimo Ladysmith Public Schools (NLPS) does not automatically collect personal information—such as your name, phone number, e‑mail, or home address—when you visit our website at https://www.sd68.bc.ca. We only gather personal details if you choose to share them, for instance by sending us an e‑mail or filling out a secure online form (e.g., registering for a program or subscribing to a newsletter).
All personal information you provide is protected under the British Columbia Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (FIPPA). At the time of collection, we will let you know what information is being collected, why we need it, and how you can access or correct it.
Forms and Registrations
When you fill out any secure online form—such as program or event registrations, surveys, or newsletter sign‑ups—we collect only the information necessary to process your request (for example, name, contact information, student grade level, or other details). We use this information solely for the stated purpose and retain it only as long as needed to fulfill that purpose or as required by law.
Email Communications and Consent
If you opt in to receive email communications from NLPS, we will send you updates, newsletters, or announcements relevant to your preferences. You may unsubscribe at any time by clicking the “unsubscribe” link in the email footer or by contacting our Privacy Officer. We comply with Canada’s Anti‑Spam Legislation (CASL), and will not send you any commercial electronic messages without your express consent.
Cookies and Consent
We use cookies to enhance your experience and to remember your preferences. When you first visit our site, a cookie consent banner appears giving you the choice to accept or reject non‑essential cookies.
- Essential Cookies. These are required for basic site functions (e.g., session management, security) and are always active.
- Optional Cookies. If you accept performance or preference cookies, we may set additional cookies to analyse site usage and remember your display choices. These optional cookies may persist for up to one year.
You can change or withdraw your cookie preferences at any time by clicking the “Cookie Preferences” link in our website footer. If you reject optional cookies, only essential cookies will remain active, and no performance or preference cookies will be stored.
Our cookie categories include:
- Session Cookies. Expire when you close your browser.
- Functional Cookies. Remember your login session and screen preferences (up to two weeks when “Remember Me” is selected).
- Performance Cookies. Collect anonymous usage data to help us improve site design and content (up to one year).
For details on how to manage cookies in your browser, refer to your browser’s help documentation.Links to Other Web Sites
Our site may link to external websites operated by other organizations. NLPS is not responsible for their content or privacy practices. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any site you visit.
Questions or Concerns
If you have questions about this Privacy Statement, wish to access your personal information, or request corrections, please contact our Privacy Officer:
Nanaimo Ladysmith Public Schools
Email: privacy@sd68.bc.ca
Phone: 250‑xxx‑xxxx
Mailing Address: 395 Wakesiah Avenue, Nanaimo, BC V9R 3K6 By using our website, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Statement. We may update it from time to time—please check back periodically for any changes.