Terms of Service (TOS)
Effective Date: June 1st, 2023
Welcome to the Climate Resilient Communities (CRC) website, a nonprofit organization operating under Transition Toronto. Our mission is to empower youth and disadvantaged communities with the knowledge and resources to become resilient to climate change. By accessing or using our website, you agree to comply with and be bound by these Terms of Service. If you do not agree with these terms, please discontinue your use of the website immediately.
Overview of Services
CRC works with communities to co-create solutions for climate resilience, addressing climate anxiety, improving climate and data literacy, and increasing participation in climate adaptation efforts. Through our website, we provide access to our blog, news updates, resources, and sign-up for our newsletters.
Use of Website
You agree to use this website solely for lawful and nonprofit purposes that align with the mission of CRC. You agree not to engage in any activity that could damage, disable, or impair the website or interfere with any other party’s use of the website.
Content Ownership
All content available on the CRC website, including text, graphics, logos, images, and any other materials, is the property of CRC or Transition Toronto, unless otherwise noted. You may not copy, distribute, or use the content for commercial purposes without prior written consent.
Newsletter Subscription
We collect email addresses solely for the purpose of sending newsletters. These newsletters provide updates related to our mission, including blog posts, progress reports, and other community-related information. We do not collect any other personal information and do not use your email for transactional communications.
Disclaimer of Warranties
The CRC website is provided on an "as is" and "as available" basis without warranties of any kind, either express or implied. We do not warrant that the website will be free from interruptions or errors or that any content is accurate, complete, or current.
Limitation of Liability
Under no circumstances shall CRC, Transition Toronto, or their affiliates be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, or consequential damages resulting from your use of or inability to use the website or any content therein.
Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to third-party websites. CRC and Transition Toronto are not responsible for the content or practices of third-party sites and will not be liable for any damages arising from your use of these external sites.
Governing Law
These Terms of Service shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the Province of Ontario and the federal laws of Canada. Any disputes arising from these terms will be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts in Ontario.
Modification of Terms
CRC reserves the right to update or modify these Terms of Service at any time without prior notice. Changes will be effective upon posting on our website. You are encouraged to review these terms regularly for any updates.
For any questions regarding these terms, please contact us at admin@crcgreen.com.
Privacy Policy
Effective Date: June 1st, 2023
At Climate Resilient Communities (CRC), a nonprofit operating under Transition Toronto, we are committed to protecting the privacy of our website visitors and newsletter subscribers. Our mission is to empower youth and disadvantaged communities with the knowledge and resources to become resilient to climate change, and we respect your privacy as part of that mission.
Information We Collect
We collect only the email addresses of individuals who voluntarily subscribe to our newsletter via the sign-up form on our website. We do not collect any other personal information unless expressly provided by the user.
Use of Information
The email addresses we collect are used solely for the purpose of sending our informational newsletters. These newsletters contain updates on our nonprofit activities, such as blog posts, community progress reports, and other relevant climate-related content. We do not send transactional emails or share your email addresses with any third parties.
Data Protection
We take appropriate security measures to protect your email address from unauthorized access or disclosure. However, no method of data transmission or storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee the absolute security of your information.
Legal Basis for Processing
We process personal data (i.e., email addresses) based on the consent of the individual. By subscribing to our newsletter, you consent to receiving communications from CRC. You may withdraw your consent at any time by unsubscribing from our newsletters.
Cookies
Our website may use cookies or similar tracking technologies to enhance the user experience. Cookies allow us to collect non-personal information such as website traffic statistics. You can control the use of cookies through your browser settings.
Third-Party Services
We may use third-party services (such as email marketing providers) to manage our newsletters and website. These third-party providers are contractually obligated to protect your personal information and may only use it for the purposes specified by CRC.
Retention of Data
We will retain your email address for as long as you continue to subscribe to our newsletter. If you unsubscribe, your email will be permanently deleted from our mailing list.
Your Rights
You have the right to access, correct, or request the deletion of your email address at any time. If you wish to exercise these rights, please contact us at admin@crcgreen.com
Changes to this Privacy Policy
We reserve the right to update or change this Privacy Policy at any time. Any changes will be posted on our website, and you are encouraged to review this policy periodically to stay informed about how we protect your information.
If you have any questions or concerns regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact us at admin@crcgreen.com.