Terms & Conditions

1. Acceptance of Terms

Bark North Dogs is operated by Bark North Media Inc. (“we”, “us”, “our”). Your access to and use of this website constitutes your agreement to these Terms & Conditions and to our Privacy Policy and Cookie Policy. If you do not agree, you must stop using the site. The website is intended for users who are at least 16 years old. If you are under the age of majority in your province or territory, you should review these terms with a parent or guardian who must consent on your behalf.

2. Service Description

We provide informational content focused on everyday dog life in Canada, including routines, training basics, weather considerations, and travel preparation. The website does not sell veterinary services, provide medical treatment, or guarantee specific behavioural outcomes. Content is offered for general educational purposes only and may change without notice. While we aim for accuracy and clarity, we do not promise that information is complete, up to date, or suitable for your particular situation.

3. User Obligations

You agree to use the website lawfully and responsibly. You will not: (a) copy, scrape, crawl, or harvest data except through standard browser use; (b) circumvent security controls or interfere with site functionality; (c) upload or transmit malware, automated scripts, or harmful code; (d) misrepresent your identity or impersonate any person or organization; (e) attempt to reverse engineer any part of the site; (f) use the site to infringe third-party rights or to publish unlawful, defamatory, or obscene material; or (g) create multiple accounts or automated access for the purpose of abuse or disruption. You are responsible for the devices, software, and internet connection you use to access the website.

4. Intellectual Property

All text, graphics, logos, icons, images, design elements, and code on this website are owned by or licensed to Bark North Media Inc. and are protected by Canadian and international intellectual property laws. You are granted a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable, revocable licence to access and use the website for personal, non-commercial purposes. Except as permitted by law or with our prior written consent, you may not reproduce, distribute, modify, create derivative works from, publicly display, or otherwise exploit any part of the website or its content.

5. Prohibited Activities

In addition to the obligations above, you agree not to: (a) use the site to send spam, chain letters, or unsolicited commercial messages; (b) engage in data mining or similar data gathering or extraction methods; (c) upload content that contains personal information of others without permission; (d) interfere with another user’s enjoyment of the site; (e) violate any applicable law, regulation, or industry code; (f) attempt to gain unauthorized access to our servers or networks; (g) remove or obscure copyright, trademark, or other proprietary notices; or (h) use any automated system that sends requests to our servers more frequently than a human can reasonably produce in the same period.

6. Disclaimer of Warranties

The website and all content are provided on an “as is” and “as available” basis. To the fullest extent permitted by law, we disclaim all warranties, representations, and conditions of any kind, whether express, implied, or statutory, including but not limited to implied warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, title, and non-infringement. We do not warrant that the site will be uninterrupted, secure, error-free, or free of viruses or other harmful components, or that any defects will be corrected.

7. Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by applicable law, in no event shall Bark North Media Inc., its directors, officers, employees, or agents be liable for any indirect, incidental, consequential, special, exemplary, or punitive damages, or for any loss of data, goodwill, or profits, arising out of or in connection with your use of the website. Our aggregate liability for direct damages shall be limited to the greater of: (a) the amount you paid to us for access to or use of the site in the twelve (12) months preceding the event giving rise to the claim, or (b) 100 CAD, whichever is lower. Some jurisdictions do not allow certain limitations; in such cases, these limitations apply to the fullest extent permitted by law.

8. Indemnification

You agree to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless Bark North Media Inc. and its officers, directors, employees, and agents from and against any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, and expenses, including reasonable legal fees, arising out of or in any way connected with your breach of these terms, your misuse of the website, or your violation of any law or the rights of a third party.

9. Third-Party Links

The website may reference external resources for context. We are not responsible for the content, privacy practices, or reliability of any external sites that may be mentioned. Accessing third-party resources is at your own risk, and such references do not imply endorsement.

10. Privacy

Your use of the website is also governed by our Privacy Policy, which explains what data we collect, how we use it, and your choices. By using the site, you acknowledge that you have read and understood our Privacy Policy and Cookie Policy. You can review these documents at any time: Privacy Policy and Cookie Policy.

11. Governing Law and Jurisdiction

These terms are governed by the laws of the Province of Ontario and the federal laws of Canada applicable therein, without regard to conflict of law principles. You agree to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts located in Toronto, Ontario, for any disputes arising out of or relating to these terms or your use of the website, subject to the dispute resolution process below.

12. Dispute Resolution

Before filing a claim, you agree to contact us in writing and allow thirty (30) days for an informal resolution. If we cannot resolve the dispute within that period, either party may bring a claim in the courts identified above. Each party agrees to act in good faith to resolve disputes quickly and cost-effectively. Nothing in this section prevents either party from seeking injunctive or other equitable relief for alleged infringement of intellectual property rights.

13. Termination

We may suspend or terminate your access to the website at any time, with or without notice, if we believe you have violated these terms or engaged in conduct that could harm other users, us, or third parties. Upon termination, the rights and licences granted to you will end, but the following sections will survive: Intellectual Property, Disclaimer of Warranties, Limitation of Liability, Indemnification, Governing Law and Jurisdiction, Dispute Resolution, and any provisions that by their nature should survive termination.

14. Modifications to Terms

We may update these terms from time to time. Changes take effect fourteen (14) days after posting on this page unless a shorter period is required by law. Material changes may be announced via a notice on the homepage. Your continued use of the website after changes become effective constitutes acceptance of the revised terms. If you do not agree, you must stop using the site.

15. Contact Information

For questions about these terms or to send notices, contact:

• Bark North Media Inc.
• 1 Yonge Street, Toronto, ON M5E 1E5
• Email for legal notices: [email protected]
• Phone: +1 (416) 869-3555