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Terms of Service

Effective Date: September 10, 2026

Website: https://holyfamily.ca

Organization: Holy Family Parish

Welcome to the website of Holy Family Parish (holyfamily.ca). By accessing or using our website, online services, or registration forms, you agree to comply with and be bound by the following Terms of Service. Please read them carefully.

1. Acceptance of Terms

By using holyfamily.ca, you confirm that you are at least 18 years of age or accessing the site under the supervision of a parent or guardian, and that you agree to abide by these Terms of Service and our Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, please discontinue using our website.

2. Website Content & Copyright

All content on holyfamily.ca—including text, graphics, logos, images, bulletins, audio clips, and software—is the property of Holy Family Parish or its content suppliers and is protected by Canadian and international copyright laws.

  • You may view, download, and print materials for your personal, non-commercial, or parish-related use.
  • You may not modify, reproduce, distribute, or republish any site material without prior written consent from Holy Family Parish.

3. Acceptable Use & Conduct

When submitting forms, registering for events, or communicating through our website, you agree not to:

  • Use the website for any unlawful, fraudulent, or harmful purpose.
  • Post or transmit any abusive, harassing, defamatory, obscene, or threatening content.
  • Upload files that contain viruses, trojans, or corrupted data that may harm parish infrastructure or user devices.
  • Attempt unauthorized access to restricted areas of the site, server networks, or parish administrative systems.

4. Event Registrations & Online Submissions

When registering for Mass, sacraments, youth programs, or parish events through holyfamily.ca:

  • You agree to provide accurate, current, and complete information.
  • Registration does not guarantee entry or participation if capacity limits, safety guidelines, or sacramental prerequisites are not met.
  • Holy Family Parish reserves the right to cancel or reschedule events due to weather, facility issues, or pastoral requirements.

5. Third-Party Links & External Services

Our website may contain links to third-party websites (such as the Diocese of Hamilton, Vatican resources, or online payment gateways). These links are provided solely for your convenience. Holy Family Parish does not control, endorse, or assume responsibility for the content, privacy practices, or security of third-party sites.

6. Disclaimer of Warranties

The website and all materials on holyfamily.ca are provided on an “as-is” and “as-available” basis. While we strive to keep information accurate and up to date (such as Mass schedules and bulletin announcements):

  • We do not warrant that site functions will be uninterrupted, error-free, or free from harmful components.
  • Parish schedules, event details, and clergy availability are subject to change without notice.

7. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law in Ontario and Canada, Holy Family Parish, its clergy, officers, employees, and volunteers shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, or consequential damages resulting from your use of—or inability to use—this website or its contents.

8. Changes to These Terms

Holy Family Parish reserves the right to update or modify these Terms of Service at any time without prior notice. Changes take effect immediately upon posting to holyfamily.ca. Your continued use of the website following any changes signifies acceptance of the revised terms.

9. Governing Law

These Terms of Service are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the Province of Ontario and the federal laws of Canada applicable therein.

10. Contact Us

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

Holy Family Parish

352 10th Ave

Hanover, ON N4N 2N6

Canada