Terms and Conditions

Last Updated: November 2025

Agreement to Terms

These Terms and Conditions govern your use of the canuck ca website and services. By accessing or using our website, you agree to be bound by these terms. If you disagree with any part of these terms, you may not access our website or use our services.

These terms apply to all visitors, users, and others who access or use our services, whether browsing our website, requesting authentication services, or making inquiries about our products.

1. Definitions

"Service" refers to the canuck ca website, art authentication services, product sales, and related offerings.

"User" or "You" means any person accessing our website or using our services.

"We" "Us" or "Our" refers to canuck ca, located at 1245 Government Street, Victoria, BC V8W 1Y8.

"Content" includes all text, images, documentation, and materials provided through our services.

"Authentication" refers to our First Nations art verification services.

2. Use of Services

Eligibility

  • Users must be at least 18 years old to use our services
  • By using our services, you confirm you meet this age requirement
  • Minors may use the website with parental supervision
  • You must provide accurate information when requested

Account Responsibility

  • You are responsible for maintaining confidentiality of any account information
  • You must notify us immediately of any unauthorized use
  • We are not liable for losses resulting from unauthorized account access

Acceptable Use

  • Services are provided for personal or professional use related to Canadian art and culture
  • You may not use our services for any unlawful purpose
  • You must comply with all applicable local, provincial, and federal laws

3. Prohibited Activities

Users may not engage in the following activities:

Legal Violations

  • • Violating any laws or regulations
  • • Infringing intellectual property rights
  • • Engaging in fraud or deception
  • • Cultural appropriation activities

Technical Abuse

  • • Transmitting harmful code or malware
  • • Attempting unauthorized system access
  • • Interfering with website functionality
  • • Scraping or automated data collection

Harmful Conduct

  • • Harassing other users or staff
  • • Posting offensive content
  • • Impersonating others
  • • Spreading misinformation

Commercial Misuse

  • • Unauthorized commercial use of content
  • • Reselling our services without permission
  • • Fraudulent authentication requests
  • • Competing business activities

4. Intellectual Property Rights

Our Content

All content on our website, including text, images, logos, and documentation, remains the property of canuck ca or our licensors. This content is protected by Canadian and international copyright laws.

  • You may view and use content for personal, non-commercial purposes
  • You may not reproduce, distribute, or modify our content without written permission
  • Authentication certificates remain our intellectual property
  • Database and verification systems are proprietary

Indigenous Art

Indigenous artwork and cultural items carry special intellectual property considerations:

  • Traditional cultural expressions belong to respective First Nations
  • Reproduction of indigenous art requires artist permission
  • Cultural protocols must be respected in all uses
  • We do not claim ownership of authenticated artwork

User-Generated Content

If you submit content to our website (such as reviews or inquiries), you grant us a non-exclusive license to use, display, and distribute that content in connection with our services.

5. Authentication Services

Service Description

Our authentication services verify the authenticity and cultural integrity of First Nations artwork through examination by qualified experts and consultation with artists and cultural centers.

Service Terms

  • Authentication fees range from $125 to $485 CAD depending on complexity
  • Processing typically takes 7-12 business days
  • We reserve the right to refuse authentication requests
  • Certificates are valid for the specific item examined
  • Digital verification remains accessible through our database

Limitations

While we employ rigorous verification processes, authentication services are provided based on available information and expert opinion. We cannot provide absolute certainty or future value guarantees.

6. Disclaimers and Limitations of Liability

Service Disclaimer

Services are provided "as is" without warranties of any kind, either express or implied. We do not warrant that services will be uninterrupted, error-free, or meet specific requirements.

No Results Guarantee

We cannot guarantee specific outcomes, including authentication results, equipment performance in all conditions, or availability of specific music titles.

Limitation of Liability

Our liability is limited to the fees paid for the specific service in question. We are not liable for indirect, consequential, or special damages.

User Assumption of Risk

Users assume all risks associated with outdoor activities, artwork purchases, and other decisions made based on our recommendations or information.

7. Privacy and Data Protection

Your privacy is important to us. Our collection, use, and protection of personal information is governed by our Privacy Policy, which forms part of these terms. Please review our Privacy Policy for detailed information.

• We collect only necessary personal information

• Your data is protected with appropriate security measures

• You have rights regarding your personal information

• We comply with Canadian privacy legislation (PIPEDA)

8. Termination

Termination by Us: We may suspend or terminate your access to services immediately, without notice, for any breach of these terms or for any other reason at our discretion.

Termination by You: You may stop using our services at any time by ceasing to access our website.

Effects of Termination: Upon termination, your right to use services ceases immediately. Provisions regarding intellectual property, disclaimers, and limitations of liability survive termination.

9. Dispute Resolution

Governing Law

These terms are governed by the laws of the Province of British Columbia and the federal laws of Canada applicable therein, without regard to conflict of law provisions.

Jurisdiction

Any legal action or proceeding relating to these terms shall be brought exclusively in the courts located in Victoria, British Columbia, and you consent to the jurisdiction of such courts.

Resolution Process

  1. Informal negotiation: Contact us to resolve disputes informally
  2. Mediation: If informal resolution fails, disputes may be submitted to mediation
  3. Arbitration or Litigation: As a last resort, disputes may proceed to arbitration or court

10. Changes to Terms

We reserve the right to modify these terms at any time. Changes become effective immediately upon posting to our website. Material changes will be communicated through:

  • Prominent notice on our website
  • Email notification to registered users
  • Updated "Last Updated" date at the top of this page

Your continued use of our services after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated terms. If you do not agree to changes, you must stop using our services.

11. General Provisions

Entire Agreement: These terms, together with our Privacy Policy and Cookie Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and canuck ca regarding use of our services.

Severability: If any provision of these terms is found to be unenforceable, the remaining provisions will remain in full effect.

No Waiver: Our failure to enforce any right or provision of these terms does not constitute a waiver of such right or provision.

Assignment: You may not assign or transfer your rights under these terms. We may assign our rights and obligations without restriction.

Headings: Section headings are for convenience only and do not affect interpretation.

Contact Information

For questions about these terms or to report violations, please contact us:

Legal Department: canuck ca Legal Team

Email: [email protected]

Phone: +1 (250) 382-7564

Mail: 1245 Government Street, Victoria, BC V8W 1Y8, Canada

By using our services, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions.