Canada Scene (canadascene.org) is an independent digital news and culture publisher owned and operated by Northern Beacon Media Inc., an Ontario corporation (Ontario Business Registry company number 1003194827) with registered office at Unit 12, 95 King Street East, Toronto, ON M5C 1G4, Canada. These Terms of Use govern your access to and use of the website and its content.
Who is responsible for Canada Scene?
Canada Scene is wholly owned and published by Northern Beacon Media Inc., a corporation registered in Ontario, Canada. The Editor-in-Chief, Catherine Roy, oversees editorial standards and publication decisions. All editorial content is produced by named writers, reviewed by editors, and fact-checked by Andrew Leblanc, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead, before publication. Commercial and editorial operations are separate; commercial relationships never determine editorial conclusions.
What are the rules for accessing this website?
You may access Canada Scene for lawful, personal, non-commercial purposes only. You agree not to use the site in any way that violates applicable laws, infringes on the rights of others, or interferes with the operation of the website. We reserve the right to restrict or terminate access to any user who breaches these terms, without prior notice, at our discretion.
How is intellectual property protected?
All content published on Canada Scene — including articles, photographs, graphics, videos, logos, and design — is protected by copyright and other intellectual property laws and is owned or licensed by Northern Beacon Media Inc. You may view, download, and print single copies of articles for personal, non-commercial use only. Any reproduction, distribution, modification, or republication without prior written permission is prohibited. For takedown requests regarding alleged copyright infringement, please refer to our Copyright & Takedown Policy and contact legal@canadascene.org.
What is our liability for content and use?
Canada Scene and Northern Beacon Media Inc. provide the website and its content “as is” and “as available” without any warranties of any kind, whether express or implied. To the fullest extent permitted by law, we disclaim all liability for any damages arising from your use of the site, including but not limited to direct, indirect, incidental, punitive, or consequential damages. You use the site at your own risk.
How do we handle external links?
Canada Scene may contain links to third-party websites for your convenience or reference. These links do not imply endorsement, and we have no control over the content, privacy practices, or terms of those external sites. We are not responsible for any loss or damage that may arise from your use of such third-party resources. We encourage you to review the terms and policies of any external site you visit.
What disclaimers apply to our content?
All content on Canada Scene is provided for general informational and journalistic purposes only. It does not constitute medical, financial, legal, professional, or investment advice. You should not rely on any information on this site as a substitute for professional consultation. We make no representations or guarantees regarding the accuracy, completeness, or timeliness of any content. Corrections and updates are handled as outlined in our Corrections Policy.
Which jurisdiction governs these terms?
These Terms of Use are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the Province of Ontario and the federal laws of Canada applicable therein. Any legal disputes arising from or related to these terms or your use of the site shall be resolved exclusively in the courts of Toronto, Ontario. You consent to the personal jurisdiction of those courts.
How can you contact us regarding legal matters?
For legal inquiries, copyright or takedown requests, and any formal communications, you may contact our legal team by email at legal@canadascene.org. You may also write to Northern Beacon Media Inc., Unit 12, 95 King Street East, Toronto, ON M5C 1G4, Canada. For general questions, tips, or complaints, please see our Contact page.
Where can you find our privacy and cookie policies?
We are committed to protecting your privacy. Please review our Privacy Policy and Cookie Policy to understand how we collect, use, and safeguard your personal information and how cookies are used on this site. Those policies form part of these Terms of Use.
Our commitments
- We commit to editorial independence: commercial relationships never determine our editorial conclusions, and all sponsored or affiliate content is clearly labelled.
- We commit to accuracy: every article is fact-checked before publication, and we maintain a formal Corrections Policy to address errors promptly and transparently.
- We commit to accountability: all content is attributed to named writers and editors, and we publish our ownership and funding information openly.
- We commit to respecting intellectual property: we respond promptly to copyright takedown requests as outlined in our Copyright & Takedown Policy.
- We commit to responsible use of technology: all AI-assisted tools are disclosed in our AI & Automation Policy, and every piece of editorial content is reviewed by a human editor before publication.