Last updated: May 14, 2026
Interpretation and Definitions
Interpretation
The following words with capitalized initial letters have the associated meanings. The following definitions shall have the same meaning regardless of whether they appear in singular or in plural.
For the purposes of this Disclaimer:
- Nonprofit (referred to as either “the Nonprofit,” “We,” “Us” or “Our” in this Disclaimer) refers to CCHR.
- You means the individual accessing the Service, or the nonprofit, or other legal entity on behalf of which such individual is accessing or using the Service, as applicable.
- Website refers to the Canadian Centre for Housing Rights, accessible from: www.housingrightscanada.com
Disclaimer
The information contained on the Website is for general information purposes only.
While we endeavour to keep the information up to date and correct, we make no representations or warranties of any kind, express or implied, about the completeness, accuracy, reliability, suitability or availability with respect to the Website or the information, products, services, or related graphics contained on the Website for any purpose. Any reliance you place on such information is therefore strictly at your own risk.
The Nonprofit assumes no responsibility for errors or omissions in the contents of the Website.
In no event shall the Nonprofit be liable for any special, direct, indirect, consequential, or incidental damages or any damages whatsoever, whether in an action of contract, negligence, or other tort, arising out of or in connection with the use of the Website or the contents of the Website. The Nonprofit reserves the right to make additions, deletions, or modifications to the contents on the Website at any time without prior notice.
The Nonprofit does not warrant that the Website is free of viruses or other harmful components.
External Links Disclaimer
The Website may contain links to external websites that are not provided or maintained by or in any way affiliated with the Nonprofit.
Please note that the Nonprofit does not guarantee the accuracy, relevance, timeliness, or completeness of any information on these external websites.
Errors and Omissions Disclaimer
The information given by the Website is for general guidance on matters of interest only. Even if the Nonprofit takes every precaution to ensure that the content of the Website is both current and accurate, errors can occur. Given the changing nature of laws, rules and regulations, there may be delays, omissions or inaccuracies in the information contained on the Website.
The Nonprofit is not responsible for any errors or omissions, or for the results obtained from the use of this information.
Fair Dealing Disclaimer
The Nonprofit may use copyrighted material which has not always been specifically authorized by the copyright owner. The Nonprofit is making such material available for criticism, comment, review, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, or research.
The Nonprofit believes this constitutes a “fair dealing” of any such copyrighted material as provided for in section 29 of the Copyright Act of Canada.
If You wish to use copyrighted material from the Website for your own purposes that go beyond fair dealing, You must obtain permission from the copyright owner.
Views Expressed Disclaimer
The Website may contain views and opinions which are those of the authors and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of any other author, agency, organization, employer or nonprofit, including the Nonprofit.
Comments published by users are their sole responsibility and the users will take full responsibility, liability and blame for any libel or litigation that results from something written in or as a direct result of something written in a comment. The Nonprofit is not liable for any comment published by users and reserves the right to delete any comment for any reason whatsoever.
No Responsibility Disclaimer
By providing information on the Website, the Nonprofit is not herein engaged in rendering legal, or other professional advice and services. As such, this resource should not be used as a substitute for consultation with professional, legal or other competent advisers.
In no event shall the Nonprofit be liable for any special, incidental, indirect, or consequential damages whatsoever arising out of or in connection with your access or use or inability to access or use the Website.
Complaints
If You have comments, concerns or complaints about the Website, please direct them to Our Contact Us page.
Concerns about the actions or comments of Staff, should first be directed to the staff person who You are working with in case the issue can be resolved informally. As part of this process, the Director of Client Services may also try to resolve the concern You have informally. If informal resolution isn’t possible, then You should request a complaint form from the staff person You have been working with. This form must be completed in full to be accepted; incomplete forms will not be considered. Completed complaints forms are to be submitted according to the instructions on the form. You may include additional pages and attachments if necessary. If You are unable to fill out the complaints form for technological, logistical, or other reasons, or You require accommodation, please contact the Director of Client Services to make arrangements.
The services Director of Client Services will investigate complaints and respond in writing by email within 90 days of receiving the complaints form. If You are currently receiving services from CCHR, CCHR may suspend work related to Your file while the complaint is investigated.
Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Disclaimer, You can contact Us.