​Introduction

 

Welcome to the Un-holey Guitar Curriculum (UGC) website. These Terms & Conditions (T&C) govern your use of our website and services. By accessing or using our website, you agree to comply with and be bound by these terms. These T&C apply to all visitors, donors, volunteers, and other users of our website. Please read them carefully to understand your rights and obligations.

 

Use of the Website

 

Permitted Uses

• Accessing general information about Un-holey Guitar Curriculum (UGC) and our mission.

• Making donations to support our cause.

• Volunteering for our programs and initiatives.

• Where applicable, participating in forums, discussions, and other interactive features.

• Downloading and using resources provided by UGC for personal, non-commercial use, and without unauthorized sharing or replication.

 

Prohibited Activities

• Engaging in any form of hacking, spamming, or other malicious activities.

• Using the website for any illegal or unauthorized purposes.

• Posting or transmitting any content that is defamatory, obscene, offensive, or otherwise harmful.

• Attempting to interfere with the proper functioning of the website or its security features.

• Collecting or harvesting any personal data of other users without their consent.

 

User Responsibilities

• Providing accurate and up-to-date information when registering or making donations.

• Complying with all applicable laws and regulations while using the website.

• Respecting the rights and privacy of other users.

• Reporting any suspicious or inappropriate activities to UGC.

• Using the website in a manner that is consistent with our mission and values.

 

Donations and Payments

 

Processing Donations

 

• All donations will be processed by our staff within 10 business days.

• A donation receipt will be sent to you via the email address you provide.

 

Finality of Donations

• All donation amounts are final and non-refundable.

 

Tax Receipts

• Tax receipts for donations will comply with the requirements of the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA).

• Receipts will be issued for eligible donations to facilitate tax deductions.

 

Payment Methods

• Donors will be directed to donate via PayPal to ensure transaction security.

• PayPal provides a secure and convenient way to make donations online.

 

Donor Responsibilities

• Donors are responsible for providing accurate and up-to-date information during the donation process.

• Donors should ensure that their email address is correct to receive the donation receipt.

 

Privacy and Security

• We are committed to protecting the privacy and security of our donors' information.

• Personal and payment information will be handled in accordance with our Privacy Policy.

 

 

Privacy Policy

 

Information Collection and Use

• We retain user information only for purposes such as managing and documenting donations, facilitating student/instructor interactions, and other purposes directly related to the mission and objectives of Un-holey Guitar Curriculum (UGC).

• We collect personal information, including names, email addresses, and payment details, to provide our services effectively.

 

Information Security

• We are committed to protecting the privacy and security of our users' information.

• We only use Internet Service Providers (ISPs) who meet the requirements of the International Standards for Information Security Management.

• We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to safeguard personal data against unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction.

 

Compliance with Laws

• We will comply with Canadian privacy laws, such as the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA).

• We ensure that our data handling practices align with legal requirements and best practices for data protection.

 

Data Retention

• We retain personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected or as required by law.

• Users may request the deletion of their personal information by contacting us, subject to legal and regulatory requirements.

 

User Rights

• Users have the right to access, correct, or delete their personal information.

• Users may also withdraw their consent for data processing at any time, subject to legal and regulatory requirements.

 

Third-Party Services

• We may share personal information with third-party service providers who assist us in delivering our services, such as payment processors and email service providers.

• These third parties are required to maintain the confidentiality and security of personal information and are prohibited from using it for any other purpose.

 

Changes to the Privacy Policy

• We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements.

• Users will be notified of any significant changes to the Privacy Policy through our website or other communication channels.

 

Contact Information

• If you have any questions or concerns about our Privacy Policy or data handling practices, please contact us at Info@givingmusic.org.

 

Intellectual Property

 

Ownership of Content

• All website content, including but not limited to text, images, logos, and other materials, are the sole property of Un-holey Guitar Curriculum (UGC) and/or its instructors.

• This content is protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws under Canadian law.

 

Prohibited Activities

• Unauthorized use, duplication, re-publication, sharing, or any other form of reproduction of the website content without explicit written permission from an authorized representative of UGC is strictly forbidden.

• Any such unauthorized activities will be prosecuted to the fullest extent of copyright law in the applicable jurisdiction.

 

Usage Permissions

• Users may download and use resources provided by UGC for personal, non-commercial use only.

• Any other use of the website content requires prior written consent from UGC.

 

Trademarks

• All trademarks, service marks, and logos displayed on the website are the property of UGC or their respective owners.

• Unauthorized use of these trademarks is strictly prohibited.

 

Reporting Infringements

• If you believe that your intellectual property rights have been infringed upon by content on our website, please contact us immediately with detailed information so that we can address the issue promptly.

 

User-Generated Content

 

Rules for Submitting Content

• Users may submit content such as comments, reviews, photos, and other materials to the Un-holey Guitar Curriculum (UGC) website.

• All submitted content must be relevant to the mission and objectives of UGC.

• Users must ensure that their content is accurate, respectful, and free from any harmful, offensive, or illegal material.

 

Ownership and Licensing

• By submitting content to the UGC website, users grant UGC a non-exclusive, royalty-free, perpetual, and worldwide license to use, reproduce, modify, publish, and distribute the content in any media.

• Ownership and licensing of user-submitted content will belong to UGC unless otherwise specified via a written agreement.

 

Prohibited Content

• Posting or submission of material deemed harmful, offensive, or illegal is strictly prohibited.

• Content that in any way promotes hate, discrimination, or violence is prohibited.

• Users must not submit content that infringes on the intellectual property rights of others.

 

Moderation and Removal

• UGC reserves the right to review, moderate, and remove any user-generated content that violates these terms or is deemed inappropriate.

• Users who repeatedly violate these guidelines may be banned from submitting content to the website.

 

User Responsibilities

• Users are responsible for ensuring that their submitted content complies with these guidelines and all applicable laws.

• Users must respect the rights and privacy of others when submitting content.

 

Reporting Violations

• If you encounter any content that violates these guidelines, please report it to UGC immediately for review and action.

 

Limitation of Liability

 

Disclaimer of Warranties

• The Un-holey Guitar Curriculum (UGC) website is provided "as is" and "as available" without any warranties of any kind, either express or implied.

• UGC does not warrant that the website will be uninterrupted, error-free, or free of viruses or other harmful components.

• UGC disclaims all warranties, including but not limited to, implied warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, and non-infringement.

 

Limitation of Liability

• In no event shall UGC, its directors, officers, employees, or volunteers be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages arising out of or in connection with the use of the website.

• This includes, but is not limited to, damages for loss of profits, data, or other intangible losses, even if UGC has been advised of the possibility of such damages.

• Users assume full responsibility for their use of the website and any linked third-party content.

 

Third-Party Links and Content

• The UGC website may contain links to third-party websites or content that are not controlled or operated by UGC.

• UGC is not responsible for the availability, accuracy, or content of these third-party websites or resources.

• The inclusion of any third-party links does not imply endorsement by UGC, and users access such links at their own risk.

 

Indemnification

• Users agree to indemnify and hold harmless UGC, its directors, officers, employees, and volunteers from any claims, damages, losses, liabilities, and expenses (including legal fees) arising out of or related to their use of the website or violation of these terms.

 

Termination of Access

 

Conditions for Termination

• Un-holey Guitar Curriculum (UGC) reserves the right to suspend or terminate a user’s access to the website at any time, without prior notice, for any reason, including but not limited to:

  • Violation of these Terms & Conditions.

  • Engaging in prohibited activities or illegal conduct.

  • Posting harmful, offensive, or inappropriate content.

  • Interfering with the proper functioning of the website or its security features.

  • Any other actions that UGC deems detrimental to its mission or community.

 

User’s Right to Terminate

• Users have the right to stop using the website at any time.

• Upon termination, users must cease all use of the website and any content obtained from it.

• Users may request the deletion of their personal information by contacting UGC, subject to legal and regulatory requirements.

 

Effect of Termination

• Upon termination, users’ access to the website and any associated services will be immediately revoked.

• UGC shall not be liable for any damages or losses resulting from the termination of access.

 

Survival of Terms

• The provisions of these Terms & Conditions that by their nature should survive termination shall remain in effect, including but not limited to intellectual property rights, disclaimers, and limitations of liability.

 

Amendments to Terms

 

Right to Amend

• Un-holey Guitar Curriculum (UGC) reserves the right to update or amend these Terms & Conditions (T&C) at any time, without prior notice.

• Any changes to the T&C will be effective immediately upon posting on the UGC website.

 

Notification of Changes

• If significant changes are made to the T&C, UGC will notify users through prominent notices on the website or via email, if applicable.

• Users are encouraged to review the T&C periodically to stay informed of any updates.

 

User Responsibility

• By continuing to use the UGC website after any amendments to the T&C, users agree to be bound by the updated terms.

• It is the user's responsibility to regularly check the T&C for any changes.

 

Miscellaneous

 

Severability

• If any provision of these Terms & Conditions (T&C) is found to be invalid or unenforceable by a court of competent jurisdiction, the remaining provisions shall continue to be valid and enforceable to the fullest extent permitted by law.

• The invalid or unenforceable provision shall be replaced with a valid and enforceable provision that most closely reflects the original intent of the parties.

 

Entire Agreement

• These T&C constitute the entire agreement between the user and Un-holey Guitar Curriculum (UGC) regarding the use of the website and supersede all prior or contemporaneous communications and proposals, whether oral or written, between the user and UGC.

• Any additional or different terms proposed by the user are expressly rejected unless agreed to in writing by an authorized representative of UGC.

 

Governing Law

• These T&C shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the province of British Columbia and the federal laws of Canada applicable therein.

• Any disputes arising out of or related to these T&C shall be resolved exclusively in the courts of British Columbia.

 

Waiver

• The failure of UGC to enforce any right or provision of these T&C shall not constitute a waiver of such right or provision.

• Any waiver of any provision of these T&C will be effective only if in writing and signed by an authorized representative of UGC.