KateStJames.Com (aka “the website” for the rest of this page) uses cookies and similar technologies, and so do some of the third-party services I use. I’ll walk you through exactly what is being set and why. To keep things simple, I’m using the word “cookies” to cover all of the technologies throughout this policy.

A cookie is a small file sent along with pages of this website and stored by your browser on your computer or device. When you visit again, that stored information may be sent back to my server or to the servers of relevant third parties.

A script is a piece of code that makes the website function properly and interactively. The behind-the-scenes magic, if you will. Scripts either run on my server or directly on your device.

A web beacon (also called a pixel tag) is a tiny, invisible piece of text or image embedded in a website that helps monitor traffic. To do this, certain data about your visit to my site is collected.

I’ve made agreements with third-party companies that place cookies on this website. However, I can’t guarantee how those companies handle your personal data. Parties like Google operate as independent data controllers with their own privacy practices. I recommend reading their privacy statements directly.

When you visit this website for the first time, a cookie banner will appear explaining how I use cookies. When you click “Sounds good!” you’re consenting to the use of all cookies and plug-ins described in that banner and in this Cookie Policy. You can update your preferences at any time using the “Kate’s Cookies” button in the bottom corner of the screen.

You can also disable cookies through your browser settings, although some parts of the website may not work properly if you do.

Some cookies are essential for this website to work properly and to remember your preferences. Without these cookies, certain features simply won’t function, like staying logged in or keeping your settings between visits.

I use statistics cookies to understand how visitors use this site so I can keep improving it. The data helps me see what’s working and what isn’t , and all is handled anonymously.

Marketing cookies track visits to websites and are used to display relevant advertising or to build user profiles. Some third-party services I use may place these. I’ve listed them all in Section 7 below.

This website includes content from Instagram and Facebook, including things like social sharing buttons. This content is embedded using code from those platforms and may place cookies on your device. Instagram and Facebook are based in the United States and operate as independent data controllers. I recommend reading their privacy policies directly to understand how they handle your data.

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(Then click the Cookies tab 🍪 in the bottom left corner to bring up your saved settings).

You can instruct your browser to automatically or manually delete cookies, block certain cookies from being placed, or alert you each time a cookie is set. For help with this, check the Help section of your browser, or visit youradchoices.ca for guidance.

Just keep in mind that disabling cookies may affect how the website works — some features may not function properly without them. If you delete cookies and then revisit the site, they’ll be placed again once you give consent.

You have the following rights regarding your personal data:

• Request access to the personal data I hold about you
• Object to how your data is being processed
• Request a copy of your data in a commonly used format
• Request correction or deletion of inaccurate or outdated data. Where appropriate, I’ll pass any corrections on to third parties who also hold that information
• Withdraw your consent at any time, subject to legal or contractual restrictions and with reasonable notice. I’ll let you know if withdrawal affects anything important
• File a complaint about non-compliance with PIPEDA directly with the Office of the Privacy Commissioner of Canada if you feel your concerns haven’t been addressed