Privacy Policy

Effective date: July 29, 2026. Last updated: July 29, 2026.

1. Who We Are

The Black Canadian Perinatal Health Information Network (BCPHIN, we, us) is an initiative of Mino Care. For privacy questions, contact info@minocare.ca.

2. What This Policy Covers

This policy explains what personal information we collect through www.bcphin.com, why we collect it, how we use and protect it, and the rights available to you. It covers visitors who browse the site and people who sign up for the network or contact us.

3. Information We Collect

We collect sign up information, including name, email, and profession; contact form details; submitted research, events, or resources; and automatically collected technical data such as IP address, browser type, device, and usage data through Google Analytics and cookies. We do not intentionally collect personal health information through this website.

4. Why We Collect It

We collect information to operate the network and manage membership, respond to inquiries, review and where appropriate publish submitted resources, understand and improve how the site is used, and send updates or newsletters if applicable with consent and an unsubscribe option.

5. Consent

We collect and use personal information with your consent, which you provide when you sign up, submit content, or contact us. You may withdraw consent at any time, subject to legal or contractual limits.

6. How We Share Information

We do not sell personal information. We share information only with service providers who host or operate the site on our behalf, such as Google, and who are bound by confidentiality and data protection terms, or with authorities where required by law. Data is stored in Canada.

7. Security and Retention

We protect information with safeguards appropriate to its sensitivity, consistent with Canadian law including PIPEDA. Information is encrypted in transit using HTTPS/TLS and encrypted at rest. Access is restricted to authorized personnel on a need-to-know basis through authentication and role-based access controls. We keep information only as long as necessary or required by law.

8. Cookies and Analytics

We use cookies and similar technologies to keep the site working and understand usage. You can control or disable cookies through your browser settings, though some parts of the site may not work as expected.

9. Your Rights

Under applicable Canadian privacy law, you may access the personal information we hold about you, request correction, withdraw consent or request deletion subject to legal limits, and ask how your information has been used or disclosed. To exercise these rights, email info@minocare.ca.

10. Children

This site is intended for professional and adult users and is not directed at children.

11. Changes

We may update this policy. The last updated date will reflect changes, and material changes will be communicated through an appropriate notice on the site or by email when appropriate.

12. Contact

For questions or complaints, email info@minocare.ca. You also have the right to contact the Office of the Privacy Commissioner of Canada.