Terms and Conditions

1. Introduction

Welcome to Hydro Ottawa’s website, located at hydro-ottawa.com (the “Website”). These Terms and Conditions (“Terms”) govern your access to and use of the Website and all content, features, and services we make available through it (collectively, the “Services”). By using the Website, you agree to be bound by these Terms. Please read them carefully.

2. Definitions

– “Service” or “Services” refers to the Website and any related content, functionality, and services provided by or through hydro-ottawa.com.
– “User” refers to any individual or entity who accesses or uses the Services.
– “Content” refers to data, documents, graphics, text, and all forms of information or media made available through the Website, including materials provided by Hydro Ottawa or other Users.
– “Account” refers to any registration or login credentials created by a User in order to access certain features of the Services.

3. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing or using the Services, you agree to comply with and be legally bound by these Terms. If you do not agree to these Terms, you must not access or use the Services.

4. Changes to Terms

We reserve the right to update or modify these Terms at any time without prior notice. Continued use of the Services after any changes indicates your acceptance of the new Terms. We encourage you to review these Terms periodically.

5. Use of Services

Eligibility
You must be at least the age of majority in your jurisdiction to use the Services. By accessing the Website, you represent and warrant that you meet the eligibility requirements and have authority to accept these Terms.

Account
Some features of the Services may require registration or account creation. Users are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of their account credentials and all activities under their account. You agree to notify Hydro Ottawa immediately of any unauthorized use of your account.

Prohibited Activities
You agree not to:
– Use the Services for any unlawful or unauthorized purpose;
– Interfere with or disrupt the integrity, performance, or functionality of the Services;
– Attempt to gain unauthorized access to any portion of the Website or its systems;
– Introduce malware, viruses, or harmful code;
– Use automated tools (bots, scrapers, etc.) without prior permission;
– Impersonate any person or entity, or misrepresent your affiliation.

6. Intellectual Property

All content, trademarks, logos, and intellectual property on hydro-ottawa.com are owned by or licensed to Hydro Ottawa and are protected by applicable intellectual property laws. Users are granted a limited, non-transferable, non-exclusive license to access and use the Services for personal, non-commercial purposes only. Any unauthorized use, copying, or distribution is strictly prohibited.

7. User-Generated Content

If you upload, post, or otherwise submit content through the Services, you grant Hydro Ottawa a non-exclusive, worldwide, royalty-free license to use, reproduce, modify, and display such content in connection with providing the Services. You represent that you have the necessary rights to provide this content and that it does not infringe on any third-party rights or violate any laws.

8. Privacy Policy

Your use of the Services is also subject to our Privacy Policy, which describes how we collect, use, and protect your personal information. By using the Services, you consent to the practices outlined in the Privacy Policy.

9. Third-Party Services

The Website may contain links to or enable access to third-party websites, tools, or services. Hydro Ottawa does not endorse, monitor, or have control over these third-party services and is not responsible for their content or practices. Use of third-party services is at your own risk and subject to their terms and conditions.

10. Disclaimers and Liability

The Services and all content are provided on an “as is” and “as available” basis without warranties of any kind. Hydro Ottawa disclaims all representations, warranties, and conditions, express or implied, including but not limited to merchantability, suitability, or non-infringement.

Hydro Ottawa is not liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, or special damages arising from or related to your use of the Services or Website, even if we have been advised of the possibility of such damages.

11. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Hydro Ottawa, its officers, directors, employees, agents, and affiliates from and against any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, and expenses, including legal fees, arising out of or related to your violation of these Terms or misuse of the Services.

12. Termination

Hydro Ottawa reserves the right to suspend or terminate your access to the Services at any time, with or without cause or notice, in our sole discretion. You may discontinue use of the Services at any time. Upon termination, your right to use the Services will immediately cease.

13. Governing Law

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the Province of Ontario and the federal laws of Canada applicable therein, without regard to conflict of law principles. Any dispute arising from these Terms shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts located in Ontario.

14. Miscellaneous

Entire Agreement
These Terms constitute the entire agreement between you and Hydro Ottawa concerning your use of the Services and supersede any prior agreements.

Severability
If any provision of these Terms is found to be unlawful, void, or unenforceable, then that provision shall be deemed severable and will not affect the validity and enforceability of any remaining provisions.

Waiver
The failure of Hydro Ottawa to enforce any right or provision of these Terms shall not be deemed a waiver of such right or provision.

15. Contact Info

For questions about these Terms, contact us at [email protected].