Terms of Use

Last Updated: Jan 7, 2025

Welcome to the CUPE Local 500 website (“Site”). By accessing or using the Site, you agree to comply with and be bound by these Terms of Use (“Terms”). If you do not agree with these Terms, please do not use the Site.

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing the Site, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to these Terms, as well as our Privacy Policy.

2. Use of the Site

2.1 Permitted Use:

  • You may use the Site for lawful purposes only. You agree not to:
    • Violate any applicable local, provincial, national, or international laws.
    • Post, transmit, or distribute any harmful, disruptive, or unlawful material.
    • Attempt to gain unauthorized access to the Site or its servers.

2.2 Prohibited Activities:

  • You may not:
    • Use automated systems, such as bots or scrapers, to access the Site.
    • Reproduce, distribute, or publicly display Site content without prior written consent.
    • Interfere with the security or integrity of the Site.

3. Intellectual Property

All content on the Site, including text, graphics, logos, images, and software, is the property of CUPE Local 500 or its licensors and is protected by copyright and other intellectual property laws. You may not use, reproduce, or distribute any content without prior written consent.

4. Links to Third-Party Sites

The Site may contain links to third-party websites for your convenience. CUPE Local 500 does not endorse or take responsibility for the content, privacy practices, or policies of these websites. Accessing third-party sites is at your own risk.

5. Disclaimer of Warranties

The Site and its content are provided “as is” and “as available” without any warranties, express or implied. CUPE Local 500 does not warrant that:

  • The Site will be secure, error-free, or available at all times.
  • The content is accurate, complete, or current.

6. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, CUPE Local 500 and its affiliates are not liable for any damages arising from your use of the Site, including but not limited to direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, or punitive damages.

7. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless CUPE Local 500, its affiliates, officers, employees, and agents from any claims, losses, liabilities, damages, or expenses arising from your use of the Site or violation of these Terms.

8. Termination

CUPE Local 500 reserves the right to terminate or suspend access to the Site without prior notice if you violate these Terms or for any other reason at its sole discretion.

9. Governing Law

These Terms are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the Province of Manitoba, Canada, without regard to its conflict of laws principles. Any disputes shall be resolved in the courts of Manitoba.

10. Changes to These Terms

We may update these Terms from time to time. The updated version will be indicated by the “Last Updated” date at the top of this page. Continued use of the Site after changes are made constitutes your acceptance of the revised Terms.