1. Introduction
This Cookie Policy explains how Casino Nova Scotia collects, stores, and uses cookies and similar tracking technologies when users access or browse the website. It applies to all pages operated under the Casino Nova Scotia domain and is intended to set out what data is collected through cookies, for what purpose, and which controls are available.
By continuing to use the website after the cookie consent banner is displayed, the user acknowledges that this policy has been read and that the operation of cookies on the site is understood. Consent may be withdrawn or adjusted at any time using the methods described in Section 5.
This document does not cover personal data collected through account registration, correspondence, or other direct interactions. Those matters are addressed in the separate Privacy Policy.
2. What Are Cookies
Cookies are small text files placed on a device - computer, tablet, or mobile - by a website when it is visited. They allow the website to recognise the device on subsequent visits and to store certain preferences or session information.
Cookies may be:
- First-party - set directly by Casino Nova Scotia
- Third-party - set by external services operating on the pages, such as analytics or consent management providers
Cookies may also be classified by duration:
- Session cookies - deleted automatically when the browser is closed
- Persistent cookies - remain on the device for a defined period or until manually deleted
3. Categories of Cookies Used
Casino Nova Scotia uses the following categories of cookies. The table below summarises each category, its purpose, and whether it requires user consent.
Category | Purpose | Consent Required
Strictly Necessary | Enables core site functions such as page navigation, session continuity, and security. The site cannot function properly without these cookies. | No
Analytics and Performance | Collects anonymised data on how visitors interact with the site, including pages visited and time spent. Used to improve site structure and content. | Yes
Functionality | Stores user preferences such as language settings or region selection to improve consistency across sessions. | Yes
Affiliate and Referral Tracking | Records referral source data where applicable, to attribute visits correctly. No personal betting or financial data is included. | Yes
Cookies are not used for the purpose of serving targeted advertising based on browsing behaviour across third-party websites.
4. Specific Cookies in Use
The following are examples of cookies that may be active on the site. This list may be updated as the technical infrastructure changes.
- cookie_consent - First-party. Stores the cookie consent decision. Duration: 12 months.
- _ga - Third-party (Google Analytics). Distinguishes unique users. Duration: 2 years.
- ga* - Third-party (Google Analytics). Maintains session state for analytics. Duration: 2 years.
- _gcl_au - Third-party (Google Tag Manager). Used to measure ad conversion efficiency. Duration: 90 days.
- fs_uid - Third-party (Fullstory or similar). Identifies a user session for behaviour analytics. Duration: 1 year.
The presence of a specific cookie on a device depends on which pages are visited and which consent options have been selected.
5. How to Manage Cookie Preferences
5.1 Cookie Consent Banner
When the website is first visited, a consent banner is displayed. The user may accept all cookies, reject non-essential cookies, or customise preferences by category. The selection is saved and applied immediately.
5.2 Changing Preferences
Cookie preferences may be updated at any time by accessing the cookie settings option available in the footer of the website. Withdrawing consent for a category of cookies does not affect the lawfulness of any processing that occurred before consent was withdrawn.
5.3 Browser-Level Controls
All major browsers allow users to view, block, or delete cookies through their settings menus. Blocking strictly necessary cookies may affect the functionality of the site. Instructions for managing cookies in common browsers are available through the respective browser’s help documentation.
5.4 Third-Party Opt-Outs
For cookies set by third-party analytics providers, opt-out options may be available directly from those providers. For example, Google Analytics offers a browser add-on that prevents data collection. Links to relevant opt-out tools are available on the websites of the respective third parties.
6. Cookies and Canadian Privacy Law
Casino Nova Scotia operates with reference to applicable Canadian privacy legislation, including the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA), where applicable, and relevant provincial requirements. Cookie consent is obtained prior to the placement of non-essential cookies, consistent with these obligations.
Cookies are not used to collect sensitive personal information, financial data, or information that would identify a user without explicit consent.
7. Retention of Cookie Data
Data collected through analytics and functionality cookies is retained only for as long as necessary to fulfil the stated purpose. Anonymised or aggregated analytics data may be retained for longer periods for internal reporting purposes. Strictly necessary cookie data is not retained beyond the active session unless technically required.
8. Updates to This Policy
Casino Nova Scotia may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legal requirements, or internal practices. The date of the most recent revision will be noted at the top of this document. Continued use of the website following any update constitutes acknowledgement of the revised policy.
9. Contact
Questions about this Cookie Policy or any rights related to cookie-based data processing can be addressed to:
Email: [email protected]
Enquiries will be responded to within a reasonable timeframe and in accordance with applicable law.