DTAS

PRIVACY POLICY

Privacy Policy

Dental Technicians Association of Saskatchewan (DTAS)
Last Updated: November 2025

The Dental Technicians Association of Saskatchewan (“DTAS”, “we”, “us”, or “our”) is committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring that your personal information is handled in a safe and responsible manner. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect personal information when you visit our website at dtas.ca or interact with us.

By using our website, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.

1. Information We Collect

We collect only the information necessary to operate our Association and provide services to our members and the public.

1.1 Information You Provide Directly

We may collect personal information when you:

  • Submit a form on our website

  • Register or renew your membership

  • Contact us through email or the contact form

  • Apply for registration as a dental technician

  • Sign up for news or updates

This information may include:

  • Name

  • Email address

  • Phone number

  • Professional details (e.g., registration status, credentials)

  • Any information you submit through forms or communication

1.2 Information Automatically Collected

When you visit dtas.ca, certain non-identifiable information may be automatically collected, such as:

  • IP address

  • Browser type

  • Device information

  • Pages visited

  • Date and time of visits

  • Referring websites

This information is used for analytics and improving the website experience.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your personal information for purposes such as:

  • Processing membership registrations and renewals

  • Responding to inquiries

  • Publishing meeting minutes, news, and updates

  • Sending Association-related communications

  • Maintaining records as required by Saskatchewan legislation

  • Improving our website and services

  • Ensuring website security and functionality

We do not sell your information.

3. How We Share Your Information

We may share your information only in the following circumstances:

  • With service providers who assist in website hosting, email services, or membership processing

  • When legally required, such as through provincial legislation governing dental technician practice

  • With your consent, when applicable

We do not share personal information with third parties for marketing purposes.

4. Data Storage and Security

We take reasonable measures to safeguard the personal information we collect. These measures include:

  • Restricted access to personal information

  • Secure storage systems

  • SSL/HTTPS website encryption

  • Limited retention of personal data

However, no online system is completely secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security.

5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

dtas.ca may use cookies or analytics tools (e.g., Google Analytics) to improve site performance and user experience.
Cookies help us understand:

  • How visitors use the site

  • Which pages are most popular

  • Technical performance issues

You can disable cookies through your browser settings.

6. Links to External Sites

Our website may contain links to external websites, including PDF files, government resources, and educational materials.
We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those websites.

7. Access to Your Information

You may request:

  • Access to your personal information

  • Correction of inaccurate data

  • Deletion of information we are not legally required to keep

To make a request, contact us at:

Email: saskdtas@hotmail.com
Address: P.O. Box 8035, Saskatoon, Saskatchewan S7K 4R7

8. Children’s Privacy

Our website is not intended for children under 16.
We do not knowingly collect personal information from minors.

9. Updates to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated “Last Updated” date. Continued use of dtas.ca indicates acceptance of the updated policy.

10. Contact Information

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle personal information, contact us at:

Email: saskdtas@hotmail.com
Address: P.O. Box 8035, Saskatoon, Saskatchewan S7K 4R7
Website: dtas.ca