Terms of Service

Last Updated: December 1, 2023

1. Acceptance of Terms

These Terms of Service govern your access to and use of Vital Digitalist Media's website, content, and services (collectively, the "Services"). By accessing or using our Services, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these terms.

2. Services Description

Vital Digitalist Media provides news content, analysis, and related services focusing on Canadian social developments and current affairs. Our Services include:

• Daily news briefings and updates
• In-depth analytical reports
• Regional coverage across Canada
• Data-driven journalism and insights
• Subscription-based content access
• Interactive features and community engagement tools

3. User Accounts and Registration

Account Creation

To access certain features of our Services, you may be required to register for an account. You agree to:

• Provide accurate, current, and complete information during registration
• Maintain and promptly update your account information
• Maintain the security of your password and accept all risks of unauthorized access
• Notify us immediately of any unauthorized use of your account
• Take responsibility for all activities that occur under your account

Account Termination

We reserve the right to suspend or terminate your account at our sole discretion if we believe you have violated these Terms of Service or applicable laws.

4. Subscription Terms

Billing and Payment

For paid subscription services:

• Fees are billed in advance on a recurring basis
• All fees are non-refundable except as required by law
• We may change subscription fees with 30 days' notice
• You are responsible for any taxes associated with your subscription

Cancellation

You may cancel your subscription at any time, but no refunds will be provided for partial subscription periods. Your access will continue until the end of your current billing cycle.

5. Intellectual Property Rights

All content, features, and functionality available through our Services are owned by Vital Digitalist Media and are protected by Canadian and international copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.

Limited License

We grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable license to access and use our Services for personal, non-commercial purposes. This license does not include:

• Resale or commercial use of our content
• Distribution, public performance, or display of our content
• Modifying or making derivative works from our content
• Using data mining, robots, or similar data gathering tools
• Downloading (other than page caching) any portion of our content

6. User Conduct and Responsibilities

You agree not to use our Services to:

• Violate any applicable laws or regulations
• Infringe upon the rights of others
• Submit false or misleading information
• Transmit viruses or malicious code
• Interfere with or disrupt the integrity of our Services
• Attempt to gain unauthorized access to our systems
• Engage in harassment, hate speech, or discriminatory behavior

7. Content Disclaimer

Our Services provide news and informational content for general purposes only. We make no representations or warranties about the accuracy, completeness, or reliability of any content available through our Services. You acknowledge that:

• News content may change rapidly and become outdated
• We do not provide professional advice or recommendations
• You should verify important information through multiple sources
• We are not responsible for decisions made based on our content

8. Third-Party Links and Content

Our Services may contain links to third-party websites or services that are not owned or controlled by Vital Digitalist Media. We have no control over, and assume no responsibility for, the content, privacy policies, or practices of any third-party websites or services.

9. Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by law, Vital Digitalist Media shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages, including without limitation, loss of profits, data, use, goodwill, or other intangible losses, resulting from:

• Your access to or use of or inability to access or use the Services
• Any conduct or content of any third party on the Services
• Any content obtained from the Services
• Unauthorized access, use, or alteration of your transmissions or content

10. Indemnification

You agree to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless Vital Digitalist Media and its licensees and licensors from and against any claims, damages, obligations, losses, liabilities, costs, or debt arising from:

• Your use of and access to the Services
• Your violation of these Terms of Service
• Your violation of any third-party right
• Any claim that your content caused damage to a third party

11. Termination

We may terminate or suspend your account and bar access to the Services immediately, without prior notice or liability, under our sole discretion, for any reason whatsoever, including without limitation if you breach these Terms of Service.

12. Governing Law

These Terms shall be governed and construed in accordance with the laws of Ontario, Canada, without regard to its conflict of law provisions. Any legal action or proceeding relating to your access to, or use of, the Services shall be instituted in the provincial or federal courts located in Toronto, Ontario.

13. Changes to Terms

We reserve the right, at our sole discretion, to modify or replace these Terms at any time. If a revision is material, we will provide at least 30 days' notice prior to any new terms taking effect. What constitutes a material change will be determined at our sole discretion.

14. Contact Information