Terms of Use

Effective Date: June 11, 2025

Welcome to Heather Bays Photography, operated by Heather Bays. By accessing or using this Site, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service and our Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, please do not use the Site.

1. Use of the Site

You may browse this Site, view our blog, contact us, and sign up for newsletters, provided you comply with these terms. You agree not to use the Site for any unlawful or prohibited purpose.

2. User Conduct & Acceptable Use

You agree not to:

  • Submit false or misleading information through our contact form or blog

  • Post inappropriate, offensive, or defamatory comments

  • Impersonate another person

  • Attempt to gain unauthorized access to the Site, servers, or user data

  • Use the Site to harass, threaten, or infringe on the rights of others

We reserve the right to remove content or block users who violate these rules.

3. Personal Information

We collect limited personal information including your name, email address, and phone number when:

  • You fill out our contact form

  • You sign up for our newsletter

  • You comment on blog posts

Please refer to our Privacy Policy for full details on how your information is collected, stored, and used in accordance with Canadian law, including PIPEDA and CASL.

4. Email Communications

By signing up for our newsletter, you give your express consent to receive occasional updates and marketing emails from us. You may unsubscribe at any time using the link provided in each email.

We comply with the Canadian Anti-Spam Legislation (CASL) and never share or sell your email address.

5. Third-Party Services

We use and link to services we do not own or control, including but not limited to:

  • Squarespace Email Campaigns for newsletters

  • Vimeo for video hosting

  • External links to local companies via our blog

These third-party sites have their own terms and privacy policies. We are not responsible for the content or practices of those sites.

6. Intellectual Property

All content on this Site (photos, text, design, branding) is the property of Heather Bays and may not be copied, reproduced, or used without express written permission.

7. Limitation of Liability

Use of this Site is at your own risk. We do not guarantee the Site will be error-free or uninterrupted. To the fullest extent permitted by law, we disclaim all warranties and will not be liable for any damages arising from your use of the Site.

8. Governing Law

These Terms are governed by the laws of the Province of Ontario and the federal laws of Canada. Any disputes will be handled in the courts of Ontario.

9. Changes to These Terms

We may update these Terms from time to time. The “Effective Date” at the top will always indicate the most recent update. Continued use of the Site after changes means you agree to the new terms.

10. Contact

If you have any questions about these Terms, please reach out to:
📧 hello@heatherbays.com
📍Toronto, ON