This Cookie Policy explains the cookies and similar technologies we use on Squawka Canada, why we use them, and how you can control them. It should be read together with our Privacy Policy.
What cookies are
Cookies are small files stored on your device when you visit a site. We also use similar technologies such as pixels and local storage. They help the site work, remember your choices, measure traffic and support our affiliate and advertising partners.
The cookies we use
| Category | What it does | Consent |
|---|---|---|
| Strictly necessary | Core site functions, security and remembering your cookie choices | Always on, no consent needed |
| Analytics | Google Analytics (GA4): how the site is used, so we can improve it | Loads only with your consent |
| Advertising and affiliate | Tracks referrals to operators and supports advertising and our partners | Loads only with your consent |
Your consent
Non-essential cookies, meaning analytics and advertising or affiliate cookies, are off by default and load only after you accept them through our cookie banner. You can change or withdraw your choices at any time using the manage-cookies control on the site. We do not treat continued browsing as consent. This reflects the consent requirements of Quebec’s Law 25.
Third-party cookies
Some cookies are set by third parties, such as Google and our advertising and affiliate partners, under their own privacy and cookie policies. We do not control those cookies.
Where the data goes
Some third-party providers, including Google, may process data outside Canada. See the section on processing outside Canada in our Privacy Policy.
How to manage or disable cookies
- Use the manage-cookies control on the site to review or change your consent
- Adjust or block cookies in your browser settings
- Install Google’s GA4 opt-out browser add-on to opt out of analytics
- Note that blocking strictly necessary cookies may stop parts of the site from working
No tracking of minors
Our content is for adults only (19+, or 18+ in Alberta, Manitoba and Quebec) and the site is not directed at minors.
Changes
We may update this Cookie Policy. The date below shows when it was last revised.
Last updated: 12 June 2026.