Acceptance of Terms

Welcome to the Parish of Pelee Island website. By accessing and using this website, you accept and agree to be bound by these Terms of Service. If you do not agree to these terms, please do not use this website.

About Our Website

This website is operated by Parish of Pelee Island, a Catholic parish community and registered charity (Registration Number: 119077980RR0002). The purpose of this website is to:

• Provide information about our parish, Mass times, and services
• Share news, events, and updates with our parish community
• Offer resources for faith formation and spiritual growth
• Facilitate communication between parishioners and parish leadership
• Support our mission of evangelization and service

Use of Website

Permitted Uses

You may use this website for lawful purposes related to:

• Learning about our parish and Catholic faith
• Accessing Mass schedules and parish information
• Contacting the parish office
• Registering for parish programs and events
• Viewing and sharing parish content (with proper attribution)

Prohibited Uses

You may not use this website to:

• Violate any applicable laws or regulations
• Transmit harmful, offensive, or inappropriate content
• Attempt to gain unauthorized access to our systems
• Interfere with the proper functioning of the website
• Use automated systems (bots, scrapers) without permission
• Misrepresent your identity or affiliation

Intellectual Property

Website Content

The content on this website, including text, images, graphics, logos, and design elements, is owned by Parish of Pelee Island or used with permission. This content is protected by applicable copyright and intellectual property laws.

Religious Content

Religious texts, prayers, and liturgical content are part of the Catholic tradition and are shared for educational and spiritual purposes. When sharing such content, please maintain its sacred nature and provide appropriate context.

Images and Photography

Photographs on this website may include parish members and events. If you appear in a photo and wish to have it removed, please contact us. When using parish photos, please respect the privacy and dignity of individuals pictured.

User-Submitted Content

If you submit content to us (through contact forms, event registrations, etc.), you grant us permission to use that information for parish purposes as described in our Privacy Policy. You represent that any information you provide is accurate and does not violate the rights of others.

External Links

Our website may contain links to external websites, including the Diocese of London, Catholic resources, and community partners. We do not control these external sites and are not responsible for their content, privacy practices, or terms of service.

Donations and Financial Transactions

If our website facilitates donations or other financial transactions, those transactions are processed securely through third-party payment processors. You agree to comply with the terms and conditions of those payment processors. All donations to Parish of Pelee Island are processed in accordance with Canadian charitable giving regulations.

Disclaimer of Warranties

This website is provided "as is" without warranties of any kind, either express or implied. While we strive to provide accurate and up-to-date information, we make no guarantees regarding:

• The accuracy or completeness of website content
• Uninterrupted or error-free website operation
• The security of information transmitted through the website

Important: Mass times, event schedules, and other information may change. Please confirm current information by contacting the parish office directly.

Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, Parish of Pelee Island shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, or consequential damages arising from your use of this website or reliance on its content.

Changes to These Terms

We reserve the right to modify these Terms of Service at any time. Changes will be effective immediately upon posting to the website. Your continued use of the website after changes constitutes acceptance of the modified terms.

Governing Law

These Terms of Service are governed by the laws of the Province of Ontario and the federal laws of Canada applicable therein. Any disputes shall be resolved in the courts of Ontario.

Contact Information

If you have questions about these Terms of Service, please contact us:

"We operate this website in the spirit of Christian charity and hospitality, welcoming all who seek to learn about our faith community and grow closer to God."