Cookies Policy
Last Updated: May 29, 2026
What Are Cookies
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device (computer, smartphone, or tablet) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and provide information to website owners.
How We Use Cookies
We use cookies to enhance your browsing experience, analyze site traffic, and understand how visitors interact with our website. Cookies help us remember your preferences and improve our services.
Types of Cookies We Use
Strictly Necessary Cookies
These cookies are essential for the website to function properly. They enable basic functions like navigation and access to secure areas. The website cannot function properly without these cookies.
- Cookie Consent: Remembers your cookie preferences to avoid showing the banner on every visit.
- Session Management: Maintains your session state as you navigate through the site.
Functional Cookies
These cookies enable the website to provide enhanced functionality and personalization. They may be set by us or by third-party providers whose services we have added to our pages.
- Language Preferences: Remembers your language and regional preferences.
- Form Data: Temporarily stores information you enter into forms to improve user experience.
Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously. This data helps us improve our website's performance and user experience.
- Page Views: Tracks which pages are visited most frequently.
- Traffic Sources: Identifies how visitors find our website.
- User Journey: Analyzes navigation patterns to optimize site structure.
Marketing Cookies
We currently do not use marketing or advertising cookies. Should this change in the future, we will update this policy and seek your consent before implementing such cookies.
Third-Party Cookies
We may use trusted third-party services that may also set cookies on your device. These services help us operate our website and understand user behavior. Current third-party services may include:
- Analytics platforms for understanding site usage
- Content delivery networks for improved performance
These third parties have their own privacy policies, and we have no control over their cookies. We encourage you to review their policies.
How Long Do Cookies Last
Cookies may be either "session" or "persistent" cookies:
- Session Cookies: Temporary cookies that expire when you close your browser.
- Persistent Cookies: Cookies that remain on your device for a specified period or until you delete them. Our persistent cookies typically last between 30 days and 1 year.
Managing Cookies
You have the right to decide whether to accept or reject cookies. You can exercise your cookie preferences through:
Cookie Consent Banner
When you first visit our website, a cookie banner appears allowing you to accept or decline cookies. You can change your preferences at any time by clearing your browser cookies and revisiting our site.
Browser Settings
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can typically:
- See what cookies are stored and delete them individually or all at once
- Block third-party cookies
- Block all cookies from specific sites
- Block all cookies from being set
- Delete all cookies when you close your browser
Please note that if you choose to block cookies, some parts of our website may not function properly. Essential cookies required for basic site functionality will still be set.
Browser-Specific Instructions
For guidance on managing cookies in popular browsers:
- Chrome: Settings > Privacy and security > Cookies and other site data
- Firefox: Options > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data
- Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Cookies and website data
- Edge: Settings > Cookies and site permissions > Cookies and site data
Do Not Track Signals
Some browsers include a "Do Not Track" (DNT) feature that signals to websites that you do not want your online activity tracked. We respect DNT signals and will not track your activity when a DNT signal is detected.
Cookies We Set
Below is a detailed list of the cookies we use on this website:
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| cookie_consent | Stores your cookie preference choice | 1 year | Strictly Necessary |
| session_id | Maintains your session across pages | Session | Strictly Necessary |
| form_data | Temporarily stores form information | 1 hour | Functional |
Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookies Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legislation, or our business practices. When we make changes, we will update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this policy.
Contact Us
If you have questions about our use of cookies or this policy, please contact us:
Email: [email protected]
Address: 347 Reconciliation Avenue, Victoria, BC V8W 2K4, Canada