Please review the terms and conditions for using our website and services.
Effective Date: January 1, 2025
By accessing and using the Helping Minds website (www.helpingminds.ca) and our services, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service. If you do not agree to these terms, please do not use our website or services.
Helping Minds is a non-profit organization dedicated to supporting children's and youth mental health. Our website provides information about our programs, services, and ways to get involved. Our services include but are not limited to:
The information provided on our website is for general informational purposes and does not constitute professional medical or mental health advice. If you or someone you know is experiencing a mental health crisis, please contact your local emergency services or a crisis helpline immediately.
You agree to use our website only for lawful purposes and in a manner that does not:
All content on this website, including text, images, logos, graphics, and design elements, is the property of Helping Minds or its content providers and is protected by Canadian and international copyright laws. You may not reproduce, distribute, modify, or create derivative works from any content on this website without our prior written consent.
The Helping Minds name and logo are trademarks of our organization. Unauthorized use of our trademarks is prohibited.
Donations made through our website are voluntary and non-refundable unless required by law. Tax receipts will be issued in accordance with Canada Revenue Agency guidelines. Helping Minds reserves the right to allocate donated funds to programs and initiatives that best serve our mission.
Volunteers participate in our programs at their own discretion. All volunteers must comply with our volunteer policies, including background check requirements for positions involving work with children and youth. Helping Minds reserves the right to accept or decline volunteer applications.
Our website may contain links to third-party websites. These links are provided for your convenience and do not imply endorsement. We are not responsible for the content, privacy practices, or availability of third-party websites.
To the fullest extent permitted by law, Helping Minds and its directors, officers, volunteers, and agents shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages arising from your use of our website or services.
Our website and its content are provided "as is" without warranties of any kind, either express or implied. We do not guarantee that the website will be uninterrupted, error-free, or free of harmful components.
You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Helping Minds, its directors, officers, volunteers, and agents from any claims, damages, or expenses arising from your use of the website or violation of these Terms of Service.
These Terms of Service are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the Province of British Columbia, Canada, without regard to conflict of law principles. Any disputes arising from these terms shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of British Columbia.
We reserve the right to modify these Terms of Service at any time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date. Your continued use of the website after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the revised terms.
If you have questions about these Terms of Service, please contact us: