Terms and Conditions for www.brettvachon.com
These Terms and Conditions (hereinafter "Terms") constitute a legally binding agreement governing the access to and utilization of www.brettvachon.com (hereinafter "the Website") operated by Brett Vachon (hereinafter "the Operator"). By accessing, browsing, or utilizing the Website, you, the user, acknowledge and agree to be bound by these Terms, inclusive of the Privacy Policy incorporated herein by reference and any additional terms applicable to specific services or features. These Terms apply to all visitors, users, and entities interacting with the Website, as of July 3, 2025.
Scope and Acceptance
These Terms govern the use of the Website, including all content, services, and features provided therein. The Operator grants you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable, revocable licence to access the Website for personal, non-commercial purposes, subject to compliance with these Terms. You affirm that you possess the legal capacity to enter into this agreement, being at least 19 or the age of majority in your jurisdiction, or, if under 19, have obtained parental or guardian consent to access the Website.
Modifications to Terms
The Operator reserves the right to amend, modify, or replace these Terms at its sole discretion, with revisions effective immediately upon posting on the Website. You must periodically review the Terms for updates. Continued use of the Website following modifications constitutes your acceptance of the revised Terms. The Operator may, at its discretion, notify you of material changes via email or a prominent notice on the Website.
User Obligations and Prohibited Activities
You agree to use the Website solely for lawful purposes and in compliance with all applicable federal, provincial, and international laws, including the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA) and, where relevant, the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). You must not:
- Engage in unlawful activities or solicit others to perform illegal acts.
- Infringe upon intellectual property rights, including copyrights, trademarks, or patents.
- Transmit viruses, malware, or any code designed to disrupt, damage, or limit Website functionality.
- Impersonate any person or entity or submit false or misleading information.
- Harvest data, use automated systems (e.g., bots, spiders), or engage in unauthorized scraping.
- Interfere with or disrupt the Website’s servers, networks, or security measures.
- Post content that is defamatory, obscene, harassing, or otherwise objectionable.
The Operator may terminate or suspend your access to the Website without notice for any violation of these Terms, with all applicable provisions surviving termination.
Intellectual Property
All content on the Website, including text, graphics, logos, images, and software, constitutes the property of the Operator or its licensors and is protected by Canadian and international copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws. You receive a limited, non-commercial licence to access and view content solely for personal use. You must not reproduce, modify, distribute, display, or create derivative works from Website content without prior written consent from the Operator. Requests for additional use must be directed to [insert contact email, e.g.,
User Contributions
Any content you submit to the Website, including comments, feedback, or other materials (hereinafter "Contributions"), must comply with these Terms and applicable laws. Contributions must not violate third-party rights, contain unlawful or offensive material, or include malicious code. By submitting Contributions, you grant the Operator a perpetual, royalty-free, irrevocable, non-exclusive, worldwide licence to use, reproduce, modify, publish, distribute, and display such Contributions in any media, with the right to identify you as the author by name or email. Contributions are non-confidential, and the Operator assumes no obligation to maintain their confidentiality.
Third-Party Services and Links
The Website integrates third-party services, including Google Analytics, Mailchimp, Facebook Pixel, and Microsoft Clarity, which deploy cookies and tracking technologies to facilitate analytics, marketing, and functionality. These services operate under their respective terms, accessible at:
- Google's Cookies Policy, Google Analytics Cookie Usage
- Mailchimp's Cookie Policy
- Facebook's Cookies Policy
- Microsoft Clarity's Cookie List, Microsoft Clarity's Cookie Consent
The Website may contain links to third-party websites or services. The Operator assumes no responsibility for the content, policies, or practices of such third-party sites, and you access them at your own risk.
Disclaimers and Limitation of Liability
The Website and its content are provided on an "as is" and "as available" basis without warranties of any kind, express or implied, including accuracy, completeness, or fitness for a particular purpose. The Operator does not guarantee uninterrupted, secure, or error-free access to the Website. To the fullest extent permitted by law, the Operator disclaims liability for any direct, indirect, incidental, special, or consequential damages arising from your use of the Website, including but not limited to loss of profits, data, or goodwill, even if advised of such damages. Certain jurisdictions may not permit such limitations, and your rights may vary accordingly.
Indemnification
You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless the Operator, its affiliates, and their respective officers, directors, and agents from any claims, liabilities, damages, or expenses (including legal fees) arising from your breach of these Terms, violation of applicable laws, or infringement of third-party rights through your use of the Website or Contributions.
Termination
The Operator may suspend or terminate your access to the Website at its sole discretion, without notice, for any reason, including non-compliance with these Terms. You may discontinue use of the Website at any time by ceasing access. Upon termination, your obligations under these Terms, including intellectual property, indemnification, and limitation of liability provisions, remain in effect.
Governing Law and Dispute Resolution
These Terms are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the Province of Ontario, Canada, without regard to conflict of law principles. Any disputes arising from or relating to these Terms or your use of the Website must be resolved through binding arbitration in Ottawa, Ontario, administered by the Canadian Arbitration Association under its Commercial Arbitration Rules. Arbitration is conducted on an individual basis, with no class actions permitted. You waive any right to a jury trial or court hearing. Claims must be initiated within one year of the cause of action, following a 60-day period for informal resolution. Contact for disputes: [insert contact email, e.g.,
Privacy Policy Integration
The Website’s Privacy Policy, accessible at [insert Privacy Policy URL, e.g., www.brettvachon.com/privacy], is incorporated by reference and governs the collection and use of personal information. You must review the Privacy Policy to understand data practices.
Children’s Access
The Website does not target users under 19 years of age. If the Operator discovers that a user under 19 has accessed the Website without parental or guardian consent, access will be terminated, and any collected data will be deleted. Guardians may contact [insert contact email, e.g.,
Entire Agreement
These Terms, together with the Privacy Policy and any additional terms for specific services, constitute the entire agreement between you and the Operator, superseding all prior agreements. The Operator’s failure to enforce any provision does not waive its rights. Ambiguities in these Terms will not be construed against the drafter.
These Terms and Conditions, effective as of July 3, 2025, govern all interactions with www.brettvachon.com. You must consult referenced third-party policies for additional details on integrated services or contact the Operator for further clarification.
