1. Introduction This Privacy Policy and Terms of Use (“Agreement”) govern your use of the website “Citizens for South Algonquin” (the “Site”). By accessing or using the Site, you agree to be bound by this Agreement. If you do not agree to the terms, you must not use the Site.

2. Purpose of the Site The Site provides a platform for disseminating opinion articles, factual information about the Township of South Algonquin, and raising awareness of municipal activities and contentious issues. The content is intended solely for informational and educational purposes.

3. User Interaction and Data Collection At present, the Site does not collect personal data from users. Should functionality enabling user comments or contributions be added, standard security measures as provided by WordPress will apply. This includes the use of encryption and secure servers where applicable.

4. Content and Use Restrictions Users are strictly prohibited from posting any content that is unlawful, defamatory, obscene, threatening, or otherwise objectionable. The Site reserves the right, at its sole discretion, to remove any content deemed inappropriate without prior notice.

5. Third-Party Services The Site utilizes third-party services, including Google Analytics for tracking user activity, Facebook for social media integration, and may utilize Square for payment processing. Users are encouraged to review the privacy policies of these third-party providers.

6. Cookies and Tracking Technologies The Site may employ cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance user experience and for analytical purposes. Users have the option to disable cookies via their browser settings; however, this may affect the functionality of the Site.

7. Access Restrictions Access to the Site is expressly prohibited for individuals currently or formerly holding positions as municipal councillors, mayors, or staff members of the Township of South Algonquin, as well as their friends, family members, or any person acting on their behalf or in their interest.

8. User Responsibilities Users agree to comply with all applicable laws and regulations while using the Site. The Site operators disclaim all liability for any user-generated content and are not responsible for monitoring such content.

9. Dispute Resolution Any disputes arising out of or relating to the use of the Site shall be resolved at the sole discretion of the Site operators. This provision is intended to limit the Site’s liability and prevent litigation.

10. Legal Jurisdiction This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the Province of Ontario, Canada. Any legal action or proceeding arising under this Agreement shall be brought exclusively in the courts located in Ontario, Canada.

11. Amendments The Site reserves the right to modify this Agreement at any time. Any changes will be effective immediately upon posting on the Site. Continued use of the Site following such changes constitutes acceptance of the new terms.

12. Limitation of Liability By accessing and using this Site, you agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions and you waive any right to take legal action against the Site operators for any issues arising from your use of the Site. This waiver of liability applies to all claims, including but not limited to, those related to content, technical issues, or third-party interactions. This limitation of liability does not apply to any act of gross negligence or willful misconduct by the Site operators.