Terms and Conditions

Welcome to StakeOntario.com (referred to as the "website," "site," "we," or "us"). By accessing or using our website, you agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions (the “Terms”) without any modification. If you do not agree with these Terms, you should not use this website.

The website is operated by Stake Ontario, with its principal office located in Toronto, Ontario. By using the site, you agree to comply with and be legally bound by these Terms. These Terms govern your access to and use of the site and its services, constituting a binding legal agreement between you and us.

Please read these Terms and our Privacy Policy carefully. If you disagree with any part of these Terms, you must discontinue use of the site immediately. Failure to comply with these Terms may result in legal consequences.

Definitions and Interpretation

1.1 "Agreement" refers to these Terms and Conditions, including all referenced policies such as the Privacy Policy, and any amendments or updates to these Terms.

1.2 "Stake Ontario" refers to the online platform providing reviews, insights, and comparisons of various gaming platforms and services, specifically related to Stake.ca.

1.3 "User/Visitor" refers to any individual who accesses the website and uses our services.

1.4 "Account" refers to the user account created on our website, which requires personal information such as name, email address, and contact details.

1.5 "Content" refers to all materials available on the website, including text, graphics, images, and other information.

1.6 "User Content" refers to any content that a user posts, uploads, or otherwise makes available on the website.

1.7 "SNS" stands for Social Networking Sites such as Facebook and Twitter.

1.8 The official language of these Terms is English.

1.9 Headings are for convenience only and do not affect the interpretation of these Terms.

Eligibility

2.1 The website is available only to individuals who can legally form binding contracts under applicable law. If you are under 18 years of age, you are not permitted to use this website.

2.2 We reserve the right to terminate your access to the site if it is discovered that you are underage or if your account has been suspended or terminated for any reason.

2.3 By using this website, you agree to comply with these Terms and Conditions and confirm that all information provided by you is accurate.

Registration

3.1 To access certain features of our website, you may need to create an account.

3.2 When registering for an account, you must provide accurate and complete information, including your name, email address, and a password. You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials and for all activities under your account.

3.3 You agree to notify us immediately of any unauthorized use of your account. We are not liable for any loss or damage arising from your failure to protect your account credentials.

3.4 You may not transfer or sell your account to another party. Each individual is allowed to maintain only one account.

3.5 We reserve the right to suspend or terminate accounts that provide false information or engage in prohibited activities.

Services

4.1 Our website offers detailed reviews and comparisons of various gaming platforms, particularly focusing on services related to Stake.ca.

4.2 Reviews on our website cover aspects such as customer service, odds, live betting, promotions, and user ratings.

4.3 If you wish to access the services of any third-party platform reviewed on our site, you will be redirected to the respective third-party website. Your interactions with these third-party sites are governed by their own terms and conditions.

User Representations and Warranties

5.1 You agree not to submit false or misleading claims or information on our website. We reserve the right to take legal action against users who engage in fraudulent activities or provide false information.

5.2 You acknowledge that you are using the website at your own risk and should exercise caution and judgment before engaging with third-party services or content featured on our site.

User Agreements

6.1 You agree to provide accurate and complete information when required and to update your account information as necessary.

6.2 You agree not to:

  • a) Use false information during account registration or impersonate another person.
  • b) Use offensive or inappropriate usernames.
  • c) Engage in activities that violate local, national, or international laws while using the website.
  • d) Interfere with other users' access to the website or engage in activities that disrupt the site's operation.

Prohibited Activities

7.1 You are prohibited from using the website for any illegal or unauthorized purposes, including but not limited to:

  • a) Transmitting unlawful, harassing, or abusive content.
  • b) Encouraging conduct that constitutes a criminal offense or violates any applicable laws.
  • c) Interfering with other users' access to the website.
  • d) Engaging in activities that breach any relevant laws, regulations, or codes of practice.
  • e) Interfering with the security of the website or attempting to gain unauthorized access to the website or any network connected to it.
  • f) Reproducing, modifying, or distributing content from the website without proper authorization.

Modifications to Terms

8.1 We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time without prior notice. The most current version of the Terms will always be available on the website.

8.2 Continued use of the website after any changes to these Terms indicates your acceptance of the updated Terms.

Reviews and Feedback

9.1 Any reviews, feedback, suggestions, or comments submitted to us through the website become our property and may be used for any purpose without compensation to you.

9.2 We are not obligated to maintain confidentiality regarding any feedback submitted by users and are not responsible for any claims or damages arising from the content of such feedback.

9.3 Users are prohibited from submitting any feedback or content that is unlawful, offensive, or violates the rights of others. We reserve the right to remove any content that violates this policy.

Indemnification

11.1 You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Stake Ontario, its affiliates, directors, officers, employees, and agents from any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, costs, or expenses (including legal fees) arising out of or related to:

  • a) Your use or misuse of the website.
  • b) Any breach of these Terms by you.
  • c) Any violation of applicable laws or regulations by you.
  • d) Any third-party claims arising from your use of the website or any content you provide.

Termination

12.1 We reserve the right to suspend, cancel, or terminate your access to the website at any time, with or without cause or notice, for any reason including, but not limited to, violation of these Terms.

12.2 Upon termination, your right to use the website will immediately cease. All provisions of these Terms that by their nature should survive termination will survive, including but not limited to ownership provisions, warranty disclaimers, indemnity, and limitations of liability.

Disclaimer of Warranties

13.1 The website and its content are provided on an "as-is" and "as-available" basis without any warranties of any kind, either express or implied. We make no warranties or representations about the accuracy, completeness, reliability, or availability of the website or its content.

13.2 We do not warrant that the website will be uninterrupted, error-free, secure, or free of viruses or other harmful components. Your use of the website is at your own risk.

13.3 We disclaim all warranties, express or implied, including but not limited to implied warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, and non-infringement.

Limitation of Liability

14.1 To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, in no event shall Stake Ontario, its affiliates, directors, officers, employees, or agents be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages, including but not limited to loss of profits, data, use, goodwill, or other intangible losses, resulting from:

  • a) Your access to or use of or inability to access or use the website.
  • b) Any conduct or content of any third party on the website.
  • c) Any content obtained from the website.
  • d) Unauthorized access, use, or alteration of your transmissions or content.

14.2 In no event shall our aggregate liability for all claims related to the website exceed the greater of one hundred Canadian dollars (CAD $100) or the amount you paid us, if any, in the past twelve months for the specific service giving rise to the claim.

Governing Law and Jurisdiction

15.1 These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the Province of Ontario, Canada, without regard to its conflict of law principles.

15.2 Any disputes arising out of or related to these Terms or the website shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts located in Ontario, Canada.

Dispute Resolution

16.1 Any disputes or claims arising out of or relating to these Terms, including disputes relating to their validity, breach, termination, or enforceability, shall be resolved through binding arbitration in Ontario, Canada. The arbitration shall be conducted by a single arbitrator in accordance with the rules of the Arbitration Act of Ontario.

16.2 The arbitration proceedings shall be conducted in English, and the award rendered by the arbitrator shall be final and binding on both parties.

16.3 You and Stake Ontario agree to bring any disputes on an individual basis and not as a plaintiff or class member in any purported class or representative action or proceeding.

Site Security

17.1 You are prohibited from violating or attempting to violate the security of the website, including but not limited to:

  • a) Accessing data not intended for you or logging into an account that you are not authorized to access.
  • b) Attempting to probe, scan, or test the vulnerability of the website or any associated system or network.
  • c) Interfering with or disrupting the operation of the website, including but not limited to submitting a virus, overloading, flooding, spamming, or crashing the site.

17.2 Violations of site security may result in civil or criminal liability. We will investigate and take legal action against any individuals or entities involved in such violations.

Privacy

19.1 All personal information and user-generated content provided to or displayed on the website are subject to our Privacy Policy. By using the website, you consent to the collection and use of your information as outlined in the Privacy Policy.

Notice

20.1 By using the website, you agree that we may communicate with you electronically regarding important information and notices related to your use of the website.

20.2 Notices will be deemed received by you upon posting on the website or sending to your email address.

No Waiver

23.1 The failure of Stake Ontario to enforce any provision of these Terms shall not be deemed a waiver of such provision or the right to enforce it at any later time.

Severability

24.1 If any provision of these Terms is found to be invalid or unenforceable by a court of competent jurisdiction, the remaining provisions of these Terms shall remain in full force and effect.

Assignment

25.1 You may not assign or transfer any rights or obligations under these Terms without our prior written consent.

25.2 We may assign or transfer our rights and obligations under these Terms without restriction.

Force Majeure

26.1 We shall not be liable for any failure or delay in performance under these Terms due to circumstances beyond our reasonable control, including but not limited to acts of God, natural disasters, war, terrorism, labor disputes, or interruptions in the supply of essential goods or services.

Digital Signature

27.1 By registering for an account on our website, you agree to be bound by these Terms and consent to the use of electronic signatures in your interactions with us.

27.2 You acknowledge that electronic signatures have the same legal effect as handwritten signatures for the purposes of these Terms.

Entire Agreement

28.1 These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy and any other legal notices published on the website, constitute the entire agreement between you and Stake Ontario regarding your use of the website.

28.2 Any prior agreements, representations, or understandings, whether written or oral, are superseded by these Terms.

Contact Us

29.1 For any further clarification or inquiries regarding these Terms and Conditions, please contact us at support@stakeontario.com.