Cookie Policy
This Cookie Policy describes how Global News Canada (global-news.ca) uses cookies and similar technologies when you visit our website. It explains what these technologies are, why we use them and how you can control them. This policy applies to readers in Canada and reflects our obligations under the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA).
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They help websites operate correctly, remember your preferences and gather insights about how the site is used. Some cookies last only for the duration of your visit, while others remain on your device for a set period or until you choose to remove them.
Types of Cookies We Use
- Essential cookies: Required for the website to operate, supporting basic functions such as navigation, security and access to protected content. These cannot be turned off in our systems.
- Functional cookies: Enable Global News Canada to remember your settings and preferences, such as language or region, to give you a smoother experience.
- Analytics cookies: Collect aggregated, anonymous information about how readers use our site, helping us measure performance and improve our journalism.
- Advertising cookies: Help us and our partners show advertising that is relevant to you and assess how well those advertisements perform.
Third-Party Cookies
Certain cookies on our website are set by third parties, including analytics services, advertising networks and embedded media such as videos and social posts. These providers may track your activity across multiple websites. Global News Canada does not control these cookies, and we recommend reviewing the relevant third parties’ own privacy and cookie policies for further detail.
Managing Cookies
You have choices about how cookies are used. Most browsers let you block or delete cookies and adjust your preferences through their settings menu. Be aware that disabling some cookies may affect how parts of our website function. Where the law requires it, we will seek your consent before setting non-essential cookies on your device.
Consent
By continuing to use Global News Canada after being notified of our use of cookies, or by accepting our cookie notice where it appears, you consent to cookies being used as set out in this policy. You can withdraw your consent at any time by changing your browser settings or by contacting us.
Contact Us
If you have questions about this Cookie Policy or about how Global News Canada manages your personal information, please reach out using the contact details on our website. We will respond to your inquiry as promptly as we can.