Cookies Policy
Effective Date: September 14, 2025
Last Updated: September 14, 2025
The Smart Health Benefits Association (“SHBA,” “we,” “our,” or “us”) uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on our website to improve user experience, analyze performance, and support our advocacy and membership services. This Cookies Policy explains what cookies are, how we use them, and how you can manage your preferences.
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They allow websites to recognize your device and remember certain information, such as user preferences, login details, and browsing activity.
2. Types of Cookies We Use
Essential Cookies
Required for the website to function properly (e.g., enabling navigation, secure login, and access to member-only areas).Performance & Analytics Cookies
Help us understand how visitors use the site, including which pages are visited most often and any errors encountered. This information is used to improve the site’s performance and usability.Functionality Cookies
Remember your preferences, such as language selection (EN/FR), to provide a more personalized experience.Marketing & Third-Party Cookies
May be set by trusted third-party services (e.g., event registration platforms, social media integrations) to track engagement and deliver relevant content.
3. How We Use Cookies
We use cookies to:
Provide secure and efficient website navigation.
Remember language preferences (English or French).
Track membership application and event registration flows.
Analyze traffic patterns to improve site design and content.
Support marketing communications and newsletter subscriptions.
4. Third-Party Cookies
Our site may include cookies set by third-party services, such as:
Analytics providers (e.g., Google Analytics) for traffic and usage insights.
Event platforms for managing webinar and event registrations.
Social media platforms (e.g., LinkedIn, Twitter, YouTube) for embedded content and sharing features.
We do not control these cookies, and you should review the privacy policies of the respective third-party providers.
5. Managing Cookies
You can control and manage cookies through your browser settings. Options include:
Blocking all cookies.
Allowing only first-party cookies.
Deleting cookies after each browsing session.
Please note that disabling cookies may affect your ability to use some features of our website, including membership logins and resource access.
6. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookies Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legislation, or our practices. Updates will be posted on this page with the revised effective date.
7. Contact Us
For questions about this Cookies Policy or how we use cookies, please contact us at:
Smart Health Benefits Association
3301 Langstaff Rd, Unit 101, Concord, ON, L4K
Email: info@shba.ca
Phone: +1 (437) 524-6110