Terms & Conditions of Use

IMPORTANT NOTICE

These Terms & Conditions govern your access to and use of the SoftCanada website (“Site”). By accessing or using this Site, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree, please do not use the Site.

SoftCanada reserves the right to update or modify these Terms at any time. Continued use of the Site following any changes constitutes acceptance of those changes. You are encouraged to review these Terms periodically.

1. Access to the Site

To access certain features or resources on this Site, you may be required to provide information such as registration details or contact information. You agree that all information you provide will be accurate, current, and complete.

SoftCanada reserves the right to restrict, suspend, or terminate access to the Site or its resources at any time if information provided is inaccurate, incomplete, or misleading, or if these Terms are violated.

2. Permitted Use & Restrictions

You may use this Site solely for lawful, personal, and informational purposes expressly permitted by SoftCanada. You may not use this Site for unauthorized commercial purposes without prior written consent.

You may not:

  • Co-brand, frame, or mirror the Site
  • Hyperlink to the Site in a way that suggests endorsement or affiliation
  • Reproduce, distribute, or exploit Site content without permission

“Co-branding” includes displaying SoftCanada’s name, logo, or content in a manner that implies ownership, partnership, or authorization where none exists.

SoftCanada reserves the right to require any unauthorized use to cease immediately.

3. Intellectual Property & Proprietary Rights

All content on this Site — including text, graphics, logos, layouts, and materials (“Content”) — is owned by or licensed to SoftCanada and is protected by applicable intellectual property laws.

You may view or print Content for personal, non-commercial use only. You may not modify, copy, distribute, republish, upload, post, or transmit Content without prior written consent. Accessing the Site does not grant you ownership or intellectual property rights in any Content.

4. Third-Party Links

This Site may include links to third-party websites for convenience or reference. SoftCanada does not control, endorse, or assume responsibility for third-party content, accuracy, or practices. Accessing third-party sites is done at your own risk. SoftCanada makes no warranties regarding external links or content.

5. User Submissions

By submitting content to SoftCanada — including comments, messages, suggestions, or materials — you grant SoftCanada a perpetual, royalty-free, worldwide, non-exclusive license to use, reproduce, adapt, publish, and distribute such submissions in any media. SoftCanada is not obligated to treat submissions as confidential and may use them without compensation. Personal data submitted will be handled in accordance with our Privacy Policy.

6. Disclaimer of Warranties

This Site and its Content are provided “as is” and “as available.” SoftCanada makes no warranties, express or implied, regarding accuracy, completeness, reliability, or availability.

SoftCanada does not guarantee that:

  • The Site will be uninterrupted or error-free
  • Content will be current or applicable to your situation
  • Files or downloads will be free from harmful components

Content on this Site is informational and interpretive in nature and should not replace professional, legal, immigration, financial, or medical advice. Your use of the Site is at your own risk.

7. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, SoftCanada and its affiliates, partners, contributors, and service providers shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, or punitive damages arising from your use of the Site or reliance on its Content.

8. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless SoftCanada, its affiliates, partners, and representatives from any claims, damages, losses, or expenses arising from your use of the Site, violation of these Terms, or misuse of Content.

9. Trademarks

All trademarks, logos, and service marks displayed on this Site are the property of SoftCanada or their respective owners. Nothing on this Site grants permission to use any trademark without prior written consent.

10. Prohibited Content & Conduct

You may not submit or transmit content that:

  • Is unlawful, misleading, defamatory, abusive, or offensive
  • Infringes intellectual property or privacy rights
  • Promotes illegal activity or impersonation
  • Contains malware or harmful code
  • Solicits funds, advertising, or commercial activity without authorization

SoftCanada reserves the right to remove content and restrict access at its discretion.

11. Security

You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of any login credentials associated with the Site. Unauthorized access, security breaches, or misuse of systems are strictly prohibited.

SoftCanada may investigate suspected violations and cooperate with law enforcement where required.

12. Governing Law & Jurisdiction

These Terms shall be governed by and interpreted in accordance with the laws of Canada, without regard to conflict-of-law principles. Any disputes arising from these Terms shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the appropriate Canadian courts.

13. Miscellaneous

If any provision of these Terms is deemed unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall remain in effect. These Terms constitute the entire agreement between you and SoftCanada regarding Site use.