Rules and Responsibilities for Our Digital Platforms

Terms of Use
By using our website, you agree to the legal framework regarding the use of the content provided and the rules of interaction.
Effective Date: January 01, 2026
Corporation: North Bridge Civic Federation (NCF)
Jurisdiction: Federal Corporation – Ontario, Canada

Website: northbridgecivic.org
Acceptance of Terms

These Terms of Use (“Terms”) govern access to and use of the website operated by North Bridge Civic Federation (“NCF,” “we,” “us,” or “our”).
By accessing or using this website, including any member-restricted areas, you agree to be legally bound by these Terms. If you do not agree, you must discontinue use immediately.
NCF is incorporated under the Canada Not-for-profit Corporations Act (CNCA) and operates in accordance with its Articles of Incorporation and By-laws.

Organizational Status
NCF is a federally incorporated not-for-profit corporation under the Canada Not-for-profit Corporations Act.
NCF is not a registered charity under the Income Tax Act (Canada).

Accordingly:Donations, if accepted, are not eligible for charitable tax receipts unless otherwise specified;
Website content shall not be interpreted as charitable solicitation within the meaning of CRA registered charity regulations.
Nothing on this website modifies, replaces, or supersedes NCF’s Articles, By-laws, or applicable legislation.

Purpose of the Website
The website serves the following purposes:
To provide information regarding NCF’s mission, programs, governance, and member organizations;
To facilitate communication among members and stakeholders;
To provide secure access to member resources;
To promote dialogue, cultural engagement, and collaborative initiatives.
The website does not create membership rights beyond those set out in NCF’s By-laws.Public vs. Member Access Areas

Public Content
Public areas of the website are accessible without registration and are provided for informational purposes only.

Member Login Areas
Certain portions of the website are restricted to authorized member organizations or designated representatives.
By accessing member-restricted areas, users agree:
To maintain confidentiality of login credentials;
Not to share internal documents without authorization;
Not to use internal materials for purposes inconsistent with NCF’s governance framework.
Access to the member portal does not:Grant governance authority;
Create voting rights;
Modify rights established under the CNCA or NCF By-laws.
NCF reserves the right to suspend or revoke login access where misuse is identified, without affecting formal membership status unless separately determined under NCF’s By-laws.

Governance Authority
Under Section 102 of the Canada Not-for-profit Corporations Act, the Board of Directors manages or supervises the management of the activities and affairs of the corporation.
Nothing on this website:
Delegates statutory authority to users;
Creates binding decisions outside formal Board resolutions;
Grants external approval or veto power over NCF governance matters.
All governance decisions are made in accordance with NCF’s Articles, By-laws, and CNCA requirements.

Permitted Use
Users agree to use the website only for lawful purposes and in compliance with:
Canadian federal and provincial law;
The CNCA and applicable regulations;
NCF’s internal policies.
Users may not:Post or transmit unlawful, defamatory, or misleading content;
Impersonate NCF representatives;
Attempt to compromise website security;
Use NCF branding without authorization.

Intellectual Property
All content on this website, including logos, documents, reports, governance materials, and branding elements, is the property of NCF unless otherwise indicated.
Reproduction or distribution without written permission is prohibited, except for internal member use consistent with NCF’s mission.
Unauthorized use of NCF’s name or logo may constitute misrepresentation.

Accuracy of Information
While NCF strives to ensure accuracy, the website is provided on an “as-is” basis.
NCF does not warrant:
That content is error-free;
That access will be uninterrupted;
That documents posted online constitute final Board-approved versions unless explicitly stated.
Official governance documents remain those formally adopted by resolution of the Board or Members under the CNCA.
Limitation of LiabilityTo the maximum extent permitted by Canadian law:
NCF shall not be liable for indirect or consequential damages arising from website use;
NCF does not assume liability for reliance on publicly available information;
Users access the website at their own risk.
Nothing in this section limits liability where prohibited by law.
Privacy and Data ProtectionNCF collects and processes personal information in accordance with:
The Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA), where applicable;
Applicable Ontario privacy requirements.
Personal information collected through member login areas will be used solely for organizational purposes and governance administration.
A separate Privacy Policy governs detailed data handling practices.

Amendments
NCF reserves the right to amend these Terms at any time.
Any amendments shall be:Approved in accordance with NCF’s governance authority under the CNCA;
Posted with a revised effective date.
Continued use of the website constitutes acceptance of updated Terms.

Termination of Access
NCF may suspend or terminate website access where a user:
Violates these Terms;
Misuses confidential materials;
Engages in conduct harmful to NCF.
Website access decisions are administrative in nature and do not constitute disciplinary action unless undertaken in accordance with NCF’s By-laws.

Governing Law
These Terms are governed by:
The laws of Canada; and
The laws of the Province of Ontario.
Any disputes shall be subject to the courts of Ontario.

Contact Information
North Bridge Civic Federation (NCF)9575 Keele Street
Maple, Ontario
L6A 1M1[email protected]northbridgecivic.orgere