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TERMS OF REFERENCE

Terms of Reference for The Varanda Network Website

Effective Date: January, 2025

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1. Introduction
These Terms of Reference ("Terms") govern the use of the Varanda Network website (the "Website") by users, visitors, and members ("Users"). These Terms are established in accordance with Canadian law, and by accessing or using the Website, Users agree to abide by these Terms.
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2. Definitions
"Website": Refers to the Varanda Network’s online platform, accessible via [insert website URL].
"User": Any individual or entity accessing or using the Website, including visitors, registered members, and any third-party services interacting with the Website.

"Content": All text, images, videos, software, data, and other material available on the Website.

3. Purpose
The purpose of these Terms is to outline the conditions under which Users may access and use the Website, as well as the rights and responsibilities of both the Website operators and Users.
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4. Acceptance of Terms
By accessing or using the Website, Users indicate their acceptance of these Terms, including any amendments made from time to time. If Users do not agree with any part of these Terms, they must immediately cease using the Website.
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5. User Eligibility
The Website is intended for use by individuals who are 18 years or older, or by minors who have parental or guardian consent to use the Website. By using the Website, Users represent and warrant that they meet these eligibility requirements.
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6. User Obligations and Conduct
Users agree to:
Comply with all applicable laws, including those under Canadian law, when using the Website.
Not engage in any unlawful, harmful, or disruptive activities, including but not limited to hacking, spamming, or distributing harmful malware.
Provide accurate, complete, and current information when required (e.g., during registration or posting content).
Respect the intellectual property rights of others, including content published on the Website.

7. Intellectual Property Rights
All content on the Website, including design, logos, text, graphics, and software, is owned or licensed by the Varanda Network, unless otherwise specified. Users may not reproduce, distribute, or modify any of this content without prior written consent from the Website owners.
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8. Privacy and Data Protection
The Website is committed to protecting Users’ privacy and complying with the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA) and any applicable privacy laws in Canada. The Website’s privacy policy outlines how Users' personal data is collected, used, and protected.
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9. User-Generated Content
Users may be permitted to submit, post, or share content on the Website (e.g., comments, reviews, posts). By submitting content, Users grant the Website a non-exclusive, royalty-free, worldwide license to use, display, and distribute that content in accordance with the Website's operational needs. Users represent that they own or have the necessary rights to the content they submit.
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10. Prohibited Content
Users may not post or transmit content that:
Violates any applicable laws, including defamation, hate speech, or illegal activities.
Infringes upon intellectual property rights, including copyright, trademark, or patents.
Contains offensive, harmful, or discriminatory content.
Promotes or engages in unlawful activity.

11. Termination of Access
The Website reserves the right to suspend or terminate User access at its discretion if these Terms are violated or if User activity is deemed harmful to the Website’s operations. Users may terminate their account or access at any time by following the Website’s account management procedures.
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12. Limitation of Liability
The Website is provided "as is," and the Varanda Network makes no representations or warranties regarding the accuracy, reliability, or availability of the Website or its content. Users agree to use the Website at their own risk. To the fullest extent permitted by law, the Website will not be liable for any damages arising from the use or inability to use the Website, including indirect or consequential damages.
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13. Dispute Resolution
Any dispute arising from these Terms shall be resolved in accordance with the laws of Canada, without regard to its conflict of law principles. Disputes may be subject to mediation or arbitration in the appropriate jurisdiction.
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14. Changes to the Terms
The Website reserves the right to modify, update, or amend these Terms at any time. Users will be notified of material changes, and continued use of the Website after such changes constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms.
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15. Governing Law
These Terms are governed by the laws of the Province of [insert province], Canada. Any disputes arising from these Terms will be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts in [insert province].
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16. Contact Information
For any questions or concerns regarding these Terms, Users may contact the Varanda Network at:
The Varanda Network
Saint John, New Brunswick, Canada
info@thevarandanetwork.com
+1 (506) 609-2768
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