This Cookie Policy explains how cookies and similar tracking technologies are used when you access the McPhillips Station Casino website. It describes what cookies are, how they are used, the categories applied, and the choices available regarding their use. By continuing to use the website, you acknowledge this policy. Where applicable, the website operates in accordance with Canadian privacy legislation, including the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA).
Questions about this policy or related data practices can be directed to the contact information provided in section 8 of this document.
1. What Are Cookies
Cookies are small text files that are placed on a device when a website is visited. They are sent back to the originating website on each subsequent visit, or to another website that recognizes that cookie. Cookies are used to ensure websites function correctly, remember preferences, and provide information to website operators about how a site is used.
Cookies do not typically store sensitive personal information such as name, mailing address, or payment details. However, certain data collected through cookies, such as IP addresses or browsing behavior, may qualify as personal information under Canadian privacy law and is handled in accordance with applicable requirements.
Both session cookies, which expire when the browser is closed, and persistent cookies, which remain on a device for a defined period or until deleted, may be used.
2. Categories of Cookies Used
The cookies used on the website are classified into the following categories:
2.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies
These cookies are required for the website to function. They enable core features such as page navigation, access to secure areas, and basic site operations. Without these cookies, services explicitly requested by the user cannot be provided. These cookies cannot be disabled through the website’s cookie settings.
2.2 Performance and Analytics Cookies
These cookies collect information about how visitors use the website, including which pages are visited most frequently and whether users encounter error messages. The data collected is aggregated and anonymous and is used to improve the operation and structure of the website. Third-party analytics tools, such as Google Analytics, may be used for this purpose.
2.3 Functional Cookies
These cookies allow the website to remember choices made by the user, such as preferred language or display settings. They may also be used to remember a username or login preferences for a defined period. The information collected by these cookies is not intended to identify users personally and is not used to track browsing activity on other websites.
2.4 Marketing and Tracking Cookies
These cookies are used to deliver content that is relevant to a user’s interests. They may track visits to this website and other sites in order to build a profile of interests. These cookies are typically placed by third-party services operating on the website. Users may opt out of these cookies without affecting access to the site.
3. Cookies and Compliance
Where website operations involve the collection of personal information through cookies, the principles of consent, limited collection, and safeguarding of information required under Canadian privacy law are applied.
Cookies are not used to collect financial information, game history, or other sensitive data. Security-related cookies may be used to monitor unusual browsing patterns or automated behavior in order to maintain the integrity of the website and to comply with applicable legal obligations.
4. Managing Your Cookie Preferences
Users have the right to accept, decline, or customize the cookies placed on their device, with the exception of strictly necessary cookies. Preferences can be managed in the following ways.
4.1 Cookie Consent Banner
When first visiting the website, a cookie consent banner will be displayed. The user may choose to accept all cookies, accept only necessary cookies, or customize the selection by category. Preferences can be revisited and updated at any time using the Cookie Settings link available on the website.
4.2 Browser Settings
Cookies can also be controlled directly through browser settings. The following navigation paths apply to commonly used browsers:
- Chrome: Settings, then Privacy and Security, then Cookies and other site data
- Firefox: Options, then Privacy and Security, then Cookies and Site Data
- Safari: Preferences, then Privacy, then Manage Website Data
- Edge: Settings, then Cookies and site permissions, then Cookies and site data
Disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality of the website and limit the ability to use some features.
5. Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies on the website are placed by third-party services. These may include analytics providers, advertising networks, and other service partners. McPhillips Station Casino does not control the cookies set by third parties. Users are encouraged to review the privacy and cookie policies of any third-party services they interact with through the website.
6. Retention Periods
The duration for which cookies remain on a device depends on their type. Session cookies are deleted when the browser is closed. Persistent cookies remain for a defined period, which may range from a single visit to up to 13 months, depending on the purpose of the cookie. Specific retention periods for individual cookies are available upon request.
7. Updates to This Policy
This Cookie Policy may be updated from time to time to reflect changes in practices or applicable legal requirements. When material changes are made, the effective date of this document will be updated. Users are encouraged to review this policy periodically to remain informed about the use of cookies.
8. Contact Us
Questions about this Cookie Policy, the handling of data collected through cookies, or requests to exercise privacy rights can be directed to:
McPhillips Station Casino
Privacy Enquiries
Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada
All cookie and data-related enquiries should be addressed to the privacy team. Responses will be provided within a reasonable timeframe and in accordance with applicable Canadian privacy legislation.