Friends of the Muskoka Watershed

Terms of Service

Terms of Service

Effective Date: March 23, 2026

Friends of the Muskoka Watershed (“we,” “our,” or “us”) welcomes you to our website. By accessing or using this website (the “Site”), you agree to comply with and be bound by these Terms of Service (“Terms”). If you do not agree to these Terms, please do not use the Site.

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing or using our website, you accept and agree to be bound by these Terms and all applicable laws and regulations. If you do not agree to these Terms, you are prohibited from using this Site.

2. Use of the Website

  • Eligibility: You must be at least 18 years old or have parental consent to use this Site.
  • Prohibited Activities: You agree not to:
    • Use the Site for any unlawful or fraudulent purpose.
    • Attempt to disrupt, hack, or compromise the security of the Site.
    • Impersonate Friends of the Muskoka Watershed or any other entity.
    • Submit false or misleading information via the contact form, newsletter, or donation portal.

3. Content Ownership

All content on this Site, including text, images, logos, and other materials, is owned by or licensed to Friends of the Muskoka Watershed, and is protected by intellectual property laws. You may not copy, reproduce, or distribute any content without prior written consent from us.

4. Donations through CanadaHelps

If you make a donation through CanadaHelps, your personal and financial information will be processed by CanadaHelps in accordance with their own privacy policy and terms of service. You can read their terms here.

We are not responsible for any transactions or issues arising from your donation via CanadaHelps. Any concerns regarding your donation should be directed to CanadaHelps.

5. Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by law, Friends of the Muskoka Watershed and its affiliates, partners, or contributors are not liable for any damages, losses, or risks arising out of or in connection with the use of this Site, including but not limited to:

  • Identity theft, fraud, or scams involving our name or charitable status.
  • Unauthorized access to or use of your personal data through the Site.
  • Interruption or errors in the operation of the Site, including technical issues with CanadaHelps or other third-party platforms integrated with our Site.

We make no guarantees regarding the safety, security, or reliability of third-party services (such as CanadaHelps), and we encourage users to verify any information before engaging in transactions.

6. Security and Account Integrity

While we take reasonable steps to protect your personal information (e.g., using SSL encryption), we cannot guarantee the security of your data. You are responsible for safeguarding your own account credentials and ensuring the integrity of any information you submit to the Site.

In the case of suspected fraud or unauthorized use of the Site, please contact us immediately at friends@fotmw.org.

7. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites or services, such as CanadaHelps or social media platforms. These links are provided for convenience only. We do not control, and are not responsible for, the content or privacy practices of third-party sites. We encourage you to read the privacy policies and terms of service of these third-party sites before interacting with them.

8. Termination

We reserve the right to suspend or terminate your access to the Site, without notice, if you violate these Terms. Upon termination, any provisions that should survive termination (such as Limitation of Liability) will remain in effect.

9. Governing Law

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the Province of Ontario, Canada, without regard to its conflict of law principles. You consent to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts in Ontario for any dispute arising out of these Terms.

10. Changes to These Terms

We may update or modify these Terms of Service from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page, and the “Effective Date” will be updated accordingly. We encourage you to review these Terms periodically to stay informed about our practices.

11. Contact Information

If you have any questions or concerns regarding these Terms of Service, please contact us at:

Friends of the Muskoka Watershed
Email: friends@fotmw.org
Phone: (705) 640-0948