Privacy Policy

Effective Date: July 28, 2026

At St. Clare’s Fitness Club (“we,” “our,” or “us”), we value your privacy and are committed to protecting the personal information of our members, visitors, and website users. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, store, and protect your information when you visit stclaresfitnessclub.ca or interact with our services.

By using our website, you agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.

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1. Information We Collect

We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide, including:

• Name
• Email address
• Telephone number
• Mailing address
• Membership inquiries
• Information submitted through contact forms
• Feedback or survey responses

We may also automatically collect certain technical information, including:

• IP address
• Browser type and version
• Device information
• Operating system
• Pages visited
• Date and time of your visit
• Referring website
• General website usage statistics

This information helps us improve the performance and security of our website.

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2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

• Respond to inquiries and requests
• Process membership applications or requests
• Communicate important club information
• Improve our website and member experience
• Monitor website performance and security
• Maintain accurate records
• Comply with legal obligations

We will only use your personal information for the purposes for which it was collected unless otherwise permitted or required by law.

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3. Cookies

Our website may use cookies and similar technologies to improve your browsing experience.

Cookies may be used to:

• Remember your preferences
• Analyze website traffic
• Improve website functionality
• Enhance security

You can disable cookies through your web browser; however, doing so may affect certain features of the website.

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4. Analytics

We may use website analytics tools to better understand how visitors use our website. These tools collect anonymous or aggregated information such as:

• Pages visited
• Time spent on the website
• Traffic sources
• Device types
• Browser information

This information is used solely to improve our website and services.

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5. Email Communications

If you contact us or subscribe to receive updates, we may use your email address to:

• Respond to your inquiries
• Send important membership information
• Notify you of club announcements
• Share news or events, where appropriate

You may unsubscribe from non-essential communications at any time.

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6. Sharing Your Information

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information.

We may share information only:

• When required by law
• To protect our legal rights
• With trusted service providers who assist in operating our website or services and who are required to safeguard your information
• With your consent

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7. Data Security

We take reasonable administrative, technical, and physical measures to protect personal information against unauthorized access, loss, misuse, alteration, or disclosure.

While we strive to protect your information, no method of electronic transmission or storage is completely secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security.

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8. Data Retention

We retain personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected or as required by applicable law.

When information is no longer required, it is securely deleted or destroyed.

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9. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites for your convenience.

We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of external websites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing personal information.

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10. Your Privacy Rights

Subject to applicable Canadian privacy laws, you may have the right to:

• Request access to your personal information
• Request corrections to inaccurate information
• Withdraw consent where applicable
• Ask questions about how your information is handled

Requests will be addressed within a reasonable timeframe in accordance with applicable legislation.

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11. Children’s Privacy

Our website is not intended to knowingly collect personal information from children without appropriate parental or legal guardian consent.

If you believe a child has provided personal information through our website, please contact us so that we can remove the information where appropriate.

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12. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our services, legal requirements, or privacy practices.

Any updates will be posted on this page along with the revised effective date.

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13. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how your personal information is handled, please contact us.

St. Clare’s Fitness Club

Website: https://stclaresfitnessclub.ca

Email: info@stclaresfitnessclub.ca

Phone: (709) 777-5607 (Answering Machine only)

Mailing Address:

St. Clare’s Mercy Hospital
154 LeMarchant Road
St. John’s, NL
A1C 5B8

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Your Consent

By using stclaresfitnessclub.ca, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy and consent to the collection, use, and disclosure of your information as described herein.