Privacy Policy
Effective Date: March 6, 2026
Clear Water Academy is committed to protecting the privacy and personal information of our students, families, staff, and website visitors. We collect, use, and protect personal information in accordance with applicable Canadian privacy laws, including the Personal Information Protection Act (Alberta) and the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (Canada).
Collection of Personal Information
Clear Water Academy may collect personal information when you:
Submit an admissions inquiry or application
Register for school events such as open houses
Subscribe to newsletters or school communications
Apply for employment
Make a donation
Contact us through our website
The information collected may include:
Name
Email address
Phone number
Mailing address
Student name and grade level of interest
Other information voluntarily provided through forms or communications
We collect only the information necessary to respond to inquiries, provide services, or communicate with families.
Use of Personal Information
Personal information may be used for the following purposes:
Responding to admissions inquiries and requests
Providing information about school programs and events
Processing student applications
Communicating with prospective or current families
Processing employment applications
Improving our website and services
Meeting legal or regulatory requirements
Clear Water Academy does not sell or rent personal information to third parties.
Third-Party Services
Clear Water Academy may use trusted third-party platforms to support website operations, communications, and school services. These may include platforms such as Constant Contact, Edlio, or other service providers that assist with email communications, website forms, or event registrations.
When you submit information through these platforms, your information may be processed or stored by these providers in accordance with their own privacy policies. Clear Water Academy selects service providers that are expected to safeguard personal information appropriately.
Cookies and Website Analytics
Our website may use cookies or analytics tools to understand how visitors use the site and to improve the user experience.
These technologies may collect information such as:
Browser type
Device information
Pages visited
General geographic location
Users may disable cookies through their browser settings.
Digital Advertising
Clear Water Academy may use trusted third-party advertising platforms such as Google, Meta (Facebook and Instagram), and LinkedIn to share information about school programs and events.
These platforms may use cookies or similar technologies to measure advertising performance and improve communications. This data generally relates to website activity and does not identify individuals personally unless information is voluntarily submitted through a form.
Users may adjust their advertising preferences through the privacy settings of these platforms.
Student Photos and Media
Clear Water Academy may take photographs or videos of students participating in school activities, events, or programs for educational, promotional, or community-building purposes.
These materials may appear in:
School publications
The school website
Social media channels
Marketing and admissions materials
The school seeks parent or guardian consent for the use of student photos and media in accordance with school policies.
Protection of Personal Information
Clear Water Academy takes reasonable administrative and technical measures to protect personal information against unauthorized access, loss, or misuse.
Access to personal information is limited to individuals who require it for legitimate school purposes.
Access and Correction
Individuals may request access to their personal information or request corrections if the information is inaccurate or incomplete.
Contact Information
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how your personal information is handled, please contact:
Clear Water Academy
Calgary, Alberta
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 403-217-8448
Updates to This Policy
Clear Water Academy may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The most current version will always be available on our website.