Privacy Policy & Terms of Use
Welcome to the official campaign website for Alex Ragozzino, running for City Councillor in Mississauga – Ward 2. This page outlines our policies regarding your personal information (Privacy Policy) as well as the rules governing your use of our digital platforms (Terms of Use). If you do not agree with these terms, please do not use our Website.
For the purposes of both policies below, "the Campaign", "we", "us", or "our" refers to the Alex Ragozzino Campaign, including its candidate, volunteers, staff, agents, and authorized representatives. "The Website" refers to alex4ward2.ca and any associated domains or platforms that redirect to it.
Privacy Policy
Effective Date: August 18, 2026
This Privacy Policy outlines how the Campaign collects, uses, protects, and discloses your personal information. We are committed to protecting your privacy and handling your data transparently in accordance with applicable Canadian and Ontario privacy principles.
Information We Collect
When you interact with our Website, as well as when you engage with the Campaign through other communication channels, such as phone calls, text messages (SMS), or in-person events. This helps us run an effective campaign, communicate with our constituents, and comply with election laws.
- Personal Identifiers: Name, email address, physical address, and phone number when you interact with our Website forms (such as submitting surveys, registering to volunteer, requesting lawn signs, or signing up for newsletters), or when you provide this information to us directly via phone, SMS, or sign-up sheets at campaign events.
- Financial Information: Billing address and donation amount. We use secure third-party payment processors to handle transactions and do not store full credit card numbers.
- Technical Data: IP address, browser type, operating system, cookies, and page views to analyze Website traffic and improve user experience.
How We Use Your Information:
We use the information collected solely for advancing the Campaign. This includes processing donations, issuing receipts, organizing volunteer activities, delivering campaign materials, and sending updates about events and platform announcements. We will never sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties for commercial purposes.
Information Sharing and Disclosure
We may share information with trusted third-party service providers (such as email marketing platforms or payment processors) who assist us in operating the Website. These providers are bound by confidentiality agreements. We may also disclose information as required by law or municipal election financing rules.
Legal Disclosure for Donors
Under Ontario’s Municipal Elections Act, the Campaign is required to record the names and addresses of all contributors. If total contributions exceed 100 CAD, the donor’s name, address, and donation amount must be disclosed in the Campaign’s financial statement. This statement is filed with the City of Mississauga Clerk and becomes a matter of public record.
Data Security and Retention
We implement reasonable safeguards to protect personal information against unauthorized access or loss. We retain personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described herein or as legally required.
Your Rights and Choices
You have the right to access the personal information we hold about you and request corrections if needed. You may opt out of campaign communications at any time. To stop receiving campaign emails, click the "unsubscribe" link at the bottom of our emails. You may also contact us directly to be removed from any of our contact lists (phone, email, or physical mail)
Contact Us
If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at: Email: alex@alex4ward2.ca
Terms of Use
Effective Date: August 18, 2026
Welcome to the official campaign website for Alex Ragozzino, running for City Councillor in Mississauga – Ward 2. By accessing or using our website (including alex4ward2.ca and any associated domains or platforms that redirect to it), you agree to comply with and be bound by the following Terms of Use. In these Terms, "the Campaign", "we", "us", or "our" refers to the Alex Ragozzino Campaign, including its candidate, volunteers, staff, agents, and authorized representatives. If you do not agree with these terms, please do not use our Website.
Disclaimer of Accuracy and Third-Party Content
The information provided on this Website is for general informational purposes and your convenience only. This includes details regarding the City of Mississauga’s Municipal Election Campaign Contribution Rebate Program, as well as 2021 Census data, demographic statistics, and Ward 2 research compiled from external sources.
While we strive to keep information up to date, we are not responsible for the accuracy, completeness, reliability, or timeliness of any external content. Municipal by-laws, rebate programs, and statistical data are subject to change, revision, or correction by their original authors (such as the City of Mississauga or Statistics Canada). Users are strictly advised to verify all rebate eligibility criteria, deadlines, and financial details directly with the City of Mississauga Clerk's Office or their personal financial advisor before donating. The Campaign accepts no liability for misunderstandings, denied rebates, financial losses, or decisions made resulting from reliance on the summaries, statistics, or external data provided on this Website.
Donation Terms and Eligibility
By donating through this Website, you confirm that you are legally eligible to contribute under the Ontario Municipal Elections Act. Specifically, you confirm that:
- You are a resident of Ontario.
- You are donating as an individual (contributions from corporations and trade unions are prohibited).
- The funds you donate are your own, and you are not contributing on behalf of another person or entity.
- You agree to abide by the maximum contribution limits established by the Province of Ontario for municipal elections.
User Conduct and Social Media
You agree to use this Website and our official social media channels for lawful purposes. The Campaign reserves the right to moderate, hide, or delete comments on official pages if users post abusive, spammy, defamatory, or otherwise inappropriate content. This helps maintain constructive, respectful engagement and protects the Campaign from unwarranted claims of censorship.
Intellectual Property
All content on this Website, including text, graphics, logos, images, and software, is the property of the Alex Ragozzino Campaign or its content suppliers and is protected by Canadian and international copyright laws. You may view, download, and print materials from the Website for personal, non-commercial use, provided you do not modify the content and retain all copyright notices. Any other use requires prior written consent from the Campaign.
Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by law, the Campaign, its candidate, volunteers, and agents shall not be liable for any damages arising out of your access to or use of this Website. This includes any errors or omissions in the content provided.
Governing Law
These Terms of Use are governed by the laws of the Province of Ontario and the federal laws of Canada applicable therein. Any disputes arising from these Terms shall be resolved in the courts of Ontario.
Changes to These Terms
We reserve the right to update or modify these Terms of Use at any time without prior notice. Your continued use of the Website following any changes constitutes your acceptance of the revised Terms.
Contact Us
For any questions regarding these Terms of Use, please contact alex@alex4ward2.ca.