Cookie Policy
Introduction
This Cookie Policy explains how Aspen Grove uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on our website. We believe in transparency about how we collect and use data, and this policy provides detailed information about the cookies we use and how you can control them.
Last Updated: January 2025
By using our website, you consent to the use of cookies in accordance with this policy. You can manage your cookie preferences at any time using the controls provided below.
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your computer or mobile device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and provide information to website owners.
Cookies serve various purposes:
- Enabling essential website functionality
- Remembering your preferences and settings
- Analyzing how you use our website to improve performance
- Personalizing content and advertisements
- Measuring the effectiveness of marketing campaigns
Cookie Categories
Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly and cannot be disabled. They enable basic functions like page navigation, access to secure areas, and form submission.
Examples:
- Session management cookies
- Security authentication tokens
- Load balancing cookies
- Cookie consent status
Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously. This helps us improve website performance and user experience.
Examples:
- Google Analytics cookies (page views, bounce rate, session duration)
- Error logging and performance monitoring
- A/B testing cookies
- Heatmap and user journey analysis
Marketing Cookies
These cookies track your activity across websites to deliver targeted advertisements. They may be set by advertising networks with our permission to build a profile of your interests.
Examples:
- Facebook Pixel for ad targeting
- Google Ads conversion tracking
- Retargeting cookies
- Campaign attribution and measurement
Preference Cookies
These cookies remember your preferences and choices to provide a more personalized experience on your next visit. They improve convenience but are not essential for website operation.
Examples:
- Language and region preferences
- Display settings (theme, font size)
- Login credentials remembering
- Form auto-fill preferences
Manage Your Cookie Preferences
Use the controls above to manage your cookie preferences. Your choices will be saved and applied immediately. Please note that disabling certain cookies may affect website functionality.
Third-Party Cookies
In addition to our own cookies, we may use various third-party services that set cookies on your device. These include:
Google Analytics
We use Google Analytics to understand how visitors use our website. Google Analytics sets cookies to collect information about website usage, which is transmitted to and stored by Google. This information helps us improve our website and services.
Learn more: Google Privacy Policy
Social Media Platforms
If you interact with social media features on our website, those platforms may set cookies. We do not control these cookies.
- Facebook: Privacy Policy
- LinkedIn: Privacy Policy
Managing Cookies Through Your Browser
Most web browsers allow you to manage cookies through their settings. You can typically block all cookies, block third-party cookies, or delete cookies after your browsing session. Please note that blocking cookies may affect your ability to use certain website features.
Google Chrome
- Click the three dots menu in the top right corner
- Select "Settings"
- Click "Privacy and security" in the left sidebar
- Select "Third-party cookies" and "Site data"
- Adjust your cookie preferences
Mozilla Firefox
- Click the menu button and select "Settings"
- Select "Privacy & Security" panel
- Under "Cookies and Site Data", adjust settings
- Choose your preferred level of cookie protection
Safari
- Click "Safari" in the menu bar and select "Preferences"
- Click the "Privacy" tab
- Under "Cookies and website data", select your preferences
- Choose "Block all cookies" or customize tracking prevention
Microsoft Edge
- Click the three dots menu and select "Settings"
- Select "Cookies and site permissions"
- Click "Manage and delete cookies and site data"
- Adjust your cookie preferences
Your Rights
Under Canadian privacy legislation, you have the following rights regarding cookies and tracking:
- Right to Accept or Refuse: You can choose which types of cookies to accept or refuse
- Right to Change Preferences: You can change your cookie preferences at any time
- Right to Delete Cookies: You can delete cookies stored on your device
- Right to Information: You have the right to know what cookies are being used and why
- Right to Withdraw Consent: You can withdraw your consent to non-essential cookies at any time
Exercising these rights may affect how certain features of our website function. Essential cookies cannot be refused as they are necessary for the website to operate.
How Cookie Preferences Affect Website Functionality
Different cookie settings will affect your experience on our website:
All Cookies Enabled:
Full website functionality, personalized experience, improved performance
Marketing Cookies Disabled:
You may see less relevant advertising, but website functions normally
Analytics Cookies Disabled:
We cannot track website usage to improve performance, but site works normally
Preference Cookies Disabled:
Settings and preferences won't be remembered between visits
Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for legal, operational, or regulatory reasons. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the updated policy on our website with a new "Last Updated" date. Your continued use of the website after changes indicates acceptance of the updated policy.
Contact Us
If you have questions about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please contact:
Aspen Grove
639 5th Avenue SW, Suite 2400
Calgary, AB T2P 0M9
Email: [email protected]
Phone: +1 (403) 271-8643