Terms and Conditions
These Terms and Conditions (the “Terms”) govern the use of www.rotaryclubhamilton.ca (the “Site”), operated by the Rotary Club of Hamilton. By accessing or using this Site, you confirm that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms and all applicable laws and regulations.
NOTE: These Terms include a Dispute Resolution Clause. Please read carefully.
1. About Our Site
This Site is the official website of the Rotary Club of Hamilton, a service-based nonprofit organisation in Ontario, Canada. It provides information on our charitable programs, membership opportunities, fundraising events, and donation options.
2. Intellectual Property
All content on this Site—including images, text, logos, documents, and downloadable files—is the property of the Rotary Club of Hamilton or its content creators and is protected by Canadian copyright and intellectual property laws.
3. Acceptable Use
By using this Site, you agree to use it for lawful purposes only. Prohibited activities include:
- Harassing or mistreating other users
- Violating intellectual property rights
- Hacking or attempting to access accounts
- Uploading inappropriate or offensive content
- Engaging in fraud or deception
We reserve the right to suspend or terminate your access if misuse is detected and may pursue legal action where necessary.
4. Sale of Services and Donations
This Site may offer:
- Donations (tax receiptable where applicable under CRA guidelines)
- Tickets to events
All services and donations must be paid in full at the time of the transaction. By submitting a payment, you confirm that all information provided is accurate and that you are authorised to use the chosen payment method.
Refund Policy:
Donations are final and non-refundable. Refunds for event tickets may be granted at the discretion of the Rotary Club of Hamilton.
5. Subscriptions and Memberships
If your use of the Site includes a subscription (e.g., Rotary membership), it will auto-renew unless cancelled with 30 days’ written notice. Cancellations can be sent to: accounting@rotaryclubhamilton.ca.
6. Payment Methods
We accept the following forms of payment:
- Credit Card (via secure third-party processor, Worldline)
- Interac E-Transfer to [email protected]
Note: We do not store or process any credit card information on our servers. Payments are processed through secure, PCI DSS-compliant systems.
7. Privacy & Security
Your privacy is important to us. Please refer to our Privacy Policy to learn how your personal data is collected, used, and protected. The Site uses industry-standard security measures including firewall protection, MFA for administrators, and encrypted connections.
8. Links to Third-Party Sites
This Site may contain links to external websites. We do not endorse or assume responsibility for the content, policies, or practices of any third-party websites. Users are encouraged to review their terms and privacy policies.
9. Limitation of Liability
The Rotary Club of Hamilton, its officers, directors, members, and volunteers shall not be liable for any loss, injury, claim, liability, or damages of any kind arising from your use of this Site or participation in Club activities.
10. Indemnification
You agree to indemnify and hold harmless the Rotary Club of Hamilton and its affiliates against all claims, losses, liabilities, or expenses (including legal fees) arising from your violation of these Terms or misuse of the Site.
11. Consumer Protection Laws
These Terms will not limit your rights under the Consumer Protection Act (Ontario) or other applicable legislation. If any provision conflicts with a mandatory law, that law will govern.
12. Dispute Resolution
In the event of a dispute that cannot be resolved informally, both parties agree to:
- Submit to mediation with a neutral third party (costs shared equally)
- Maintain the right to file in Small Claims Court or seek injunctive relief/intellectual property enforcement where applicable
13. Severability
If any clause in these Terms is found to be unenforceable under Ontario law, the rest of the Terms shall remain in effect.
14. Changes to These Terms
These Terms may be updated to comply with legal changes or site improvements. Any modifications will be posted here and may also be communicated by email or site notice.
15. Contact Information
For questions or concerns, please contact:
\Rotary Club of Hamilton
15 West Ave. N.
Hamilton, ON L8L 5B9
📧 [email protected]
Effective Date: 8th day of September, 2024