Terms of Service

Acceptance of Terms

By accessing or using Indigenous Jobs Network ("the Service"), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service ("Terms"). If you disagree with any part of these terms, you may not access the Service.

These Terms apply to all visitors, users, and others who access or use the Service, including candidates, employers, recruitment agencies, and administrators.

Description of Service

Indigenous Jobs Network is a job board built for First Nations, Inuit and Métis job seekers across Canada, and for the employers and recruitment agencies who want to hire them. Our services include:

• Job posting and management for employers
• Job search and application tools for candidates
• Job posting and applicant management for recruitment agencies on behalf of their clients
• Analytics and reporting tools for employers

Service Availability

We work to keep Indigenous Jobs Network running smoothly, but we cannot promise that the Service will always be available or free of errors. We may:

• Perform scheduled and emergency maintenance at any time
• Modify, update, or discontinue features or functionality without prior notice
• Temporarily restrict access during maintenance, security updates, or capacity issues
• Rate-limit or throttle access to protect platform stability

We shall not be liable for any loss, damage, or inconvenience arising from service interruptions, downtime, or reduced functionality, whether planned or unplanned.

User Accounts

To access certain features of the Service, you must register for an account. When you register, you agree to:

• Provide accurate, current, and complete information
• Maintain and promptly update your account information
• Maintain the security of your password and account
• Accept responsibility for all activities under your account
• Immediately notify us of any unauthorized use

You must be at least 18 years old, or the age of majority in your province or territory of residence, if that is higher, to create an account and use our services. The Service is intended solely for adults and may not be used by anyone below this age.

Where available on this site, you may also create or sign in to your account using a third-party provider such as Google or LinkedIn. By doing so, you agree that provider's own terms of service and privacy policy also apply to your use of that provider. You remain solely responsible for the security of your third-party account and any activities that result from its use with our platform. How we handle the information we receive from these providers is described in our Privacy Policy.

We reserve the right to refuse service, terminate accounts, or remove content at our sole discretion. If you use the Service on behalf of an organization, you confirm that you are authorized to accept these Terms for it, and it is bound by them.

Account Suspension

We may suspend your account temporarily, with or without notice, if we reasonably believe:

• Your account has been compromised or is being used for unauthorized purposes
• You are in violation of these Terms or any applicable law
• Your account activity poses a risk to the platform, other users, or third parties
• An investigation into your account activity is warranted

During suspension, you will not be able to access the Service or any associated data. No refund of prepaid fees will be issued for the suspension period. Where appropriate, we may let you know the reason for the suspension and any steps needed for reinstatement. Reinstatement is at IJN's sole discretion.

User Conduct & Acceptable Use

You agree not to use the Service to:

• Post false, misleading, or fraudulent job listings or applications
• Discriminate against any person based on protected characteristics
• Harass, abuse, or harm other users
• Collect or harvest user data without consent
• Interfere with or disrupt the Service or servers
• Violate any applicable laws or regulations
• Post content that infringes on intellectual property rights
• Use automated means (bots, scrapers, crawlers) to access the Service without prior written consent
• Attempt to reverse engineer, decompile, or disassemble any part of the Service
• Circumvent rate limiting, security measures, or access controls
• Create multiple accounts to evade restrictions or bans

We reserve the right to remove any content and suspend or terminate accounts that violate these Terms.

Job Posting Policy

All job postings on Indigenous Jobs Network must comply with the following policies. IJN reserves the right to reject, edit (for example, for clarity, length, or formatting), remove, or limit the visibility of any job posting that violates these policies, at our sole discretion and without prior notice.

Prohibited Job Types

The following types of postings are strictly prohibited on the platform:

• Adult entertainment, escort services, or sexually explicit roles
• Multi-level marketing (MLM), network marketing, pyramid schemes, or direct sales schemes disguised as employment
• Franchise opportunities, business-for-sale listings, or investment opportunities
• Unpaid positions (except bona fide volunteer roles at registered non-profit organizations)
• Roles that require the applicant to pay a fee to apply, start work, or purchase equipment or inventory as a condition of employment
• Illegal activities or roles that require violation of any federal, provincial, or municipal law
• Roles involving the sale, distribution, or manufacturing of controlled or illegal substances
• Positions involving unlicensed weapons sales, trafficking, or unlicensed firearms manufacturing
• Roles promoting hate, violence, harassment, or discrimination against any individual or group
• Commission-only roles that do not clearly disclose the compensation structure upfront
• Postings that are not genuine employment opportunities, including those created for data harvesting, user acquisition, lead generation, or self-promotion
• Modelling, casting, or talent-search listings
• Postings that are defamatory, abusive, threatening, obscene, or that invade anyone's privacy
• Postings that solicit money or donations, or advertise goods or services for sale

Content Requirements

• Job postings must represent a bona fide, current employment opportunity with a genuine and reasonable intent to hire for the specific position listed
• Job titles must accurately describe the role and must not be misleading, keyword-stuffed, or designed as clickbait
• Job descriptions must clearly state the duties, qualifications, location or remote status, and compensation structure
• If a role is part-time, contract, temporary, commission-based, or has non-standard working conditions, this must be clearly disclosed in the posting
• Postings must not contain false, misleading, or deceptive information about the role, company, compensation, benefits, or working conditions
• Postings must not contain malware, tracking pixels, phishing links, redirects to unrelated websites, or any malicious code
• Contact information included in postings must be legitimate, verifiable, and associated with the hiring organization

Anti-Discrimination Requirements

Job postings must comply with the Canadian Human Rights Act, applicable provincial and territorial human rights legislation, and all other anti-discrimination laws. Postings must not discriminate against or express a preference based on:

• Race, colour, national or ethnic origin, or ancestry
• Religion, creed, or spiritual belief
• Age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression
• Marital or family status
• Disability or perceived disability
• Genetic characteristics
• Pardoned criminal conviction or record suspension

Exception: Postings may reference Indigenous identity where there is a bona fide occupational requirement under Section 16 of the Canadian Human Rights Act or equivalent provincial legislation.

Employer Obligations

• You represent and warrant that you have the legal authority to post jobs on behalf of the hiring organization
• You are solely responsible for the accuracy, legality, and completeness of your job postings and any related communications with applicants
• You must respond to qualified applicants in a timely and professional manner
• You must not use applicant data collected through IJN for any purpose other than evaluating candidates for the posted role
• You must comply with all applicable employment standards, labour, and occupational health and safety legislation
• If you use an agency account to post on behalf of a client company, you must have written authorization from that client

Enforcement

IJN may, at its sole discretion and without prior notice:

• Reject, edit, or remove any job posting that violates these policies
• Limit the visibility or distribution of non-compliant postings
• Suspend or terminate the employer or agency account responsible for violations
• Forfeit all unused credits associated with a terminated account without refund

Repeated or severe violations may result in permanent account suspension without refund. IJN is not obligated to provide a specific reason for the removal or rejection of any posting. Users may report suspicious or non-compliant postings using the "Report" feature on any job detail page.

Content Ownership

Your Content: You retain ownership of all content you submit to the Service, including resumes, job listings, and profile information. By posting content, you grant Indigenous Jobs Network a worldwide, non-exclusive, royalty-free license to use, display, and distribute your content in connection with the Service.

Our Content: The Service and its original content (excluding content provided by users), features, and functionality are and will remain the exclusive property of Indigenous Jobs Network and its licensors. The Service is protected by copyright, trademark, and other laws.

You may not copy, modify, distribute, sell, or lease any part of our Services without permission. If you send us ideas or feedback, we may use them without paying you or keeping them confidential. We are not liable to you for removing any content.

Privacy Policy

Your use of the Service is also governed by our Privacy Policy, which describes how we collect, use, and share your personal information. By using the Service, you consent to our collection and use of personal data as outlined in the Privacy Policy.

Please review our Privacy Policy to understand our practices.

Security & Data Protection

We take reasonable care of the information you share with us, using administrative, technical and physical safeguards to help keep it private, accurate and available when you need it. Even so:

• NO METHOD OF ELECTRONIC TRANSMISSION OR STORAGE IS 100% SECURE. We cannot and do not guarantee absolute security of your data.
• We are not liable for unauthorized access, data breaches, or cyber attacks that occur despite our reasonable security measures.
• You are solely responsible for maintaining the security of your account credentials, including using a strong, unique password and enabling multi-factor authentication where available.
• We are not responsible for damages arising from: phishing or social engineering attacks targeting you; credential compromise from third-party data breaches; your failure to maintain adequate device or account security; sharing your login credentials with others.

If a breach affects your personal information, we will notify affected users, the Office of the Privacy Commissioner of Canada and the BC OIPC where required by law, and within the time the law requires.

Any liability we may have in connection with a data breach or security incident is limited as set out in the "Limitation of Liability" section below. You agree to promptly report any suspected unauthorized access to your account by contacting us at [email protected].

We reserve the right to suspend accounts, disable access, or take other protective measures to mitigate active or suspected security threats.

Payment Terms

Certain features of the Service require payment. By purchasing a subscription or credits:

• You agree to pay all applicable fees and charges
• Payments are handled by our payment processor, Stripe. We never store your full card number; we keep only the card type and last four digits for receipts
• Subscriptions automatically renew unless cancelled
• Credits are non-transferable between accounts
• Unused subscription credits do not roll over to the next billing period
• Purchased credits do not expire while the Service is operating, unless the package states an expiry period
• Each job posting stays live for the period stated in the package, with a minimum of 180 days, unless it is closed by the employer or removed under these Terms
• All prices are listed in Canadian Dollars (CAD) unless otherwise stated
• Applicable taxes (GST/HST/PST) are charged in addition to listed prices
• If a price or package is shown in error, we may correct it and cancel or refund any order placed at the wrong price, as the law allows
• All purchases are final and non-refundable. The only exception is unused credits that could not be used because of a technical problem on IJN's side. IJN reviews these requests case by case, at its discretion

We may change our prices at any time. New prices apply to purchases made after the change, and for subscriptions from your next billing period. Price changes are not retroactive. Where the law requires advance notice of a price change, we will give it.

Termination

We may terminate or suspend your account immediately, without prior notice or liability, for any reason, including but not limited to:

• Breach of these Terms
• Fraudulent or illegal activity
• Harmful conduct toward other users
• Suspected violation of applicable laws or regulations
• Extended period of account inactivity (24 months or more)
• Non-payment of fees
• At IJN's sole discretion where continued access poses a risk to the platform or its users

You may terminate your account at any time by contacting us or using the account deletion feature in your settings. Upon termination, your right to use the Service will immediately cease.

Closing your account is your choice. When you close it, any unused credits are forfeited and will not be refunded.

Upon termination for cause, no refund of prepaid fees (including unused credits) will be issued.

After an account is closed, we delete or anonymize its personal information once we no longer need it, except records we must keep by law. Closed accounts may not be recoverable. Our Privacy Policy explains how we handle retention.

Obligations related to payment, intellectual property, limitation of liability, indemnification, and dispute resolution survive termination of these Terms.

Disclaimers

THE SERVICE IS PROVIDED ON AN "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE" BASIS WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, WHETHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO:

• Implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose
• Warranties that the Service will be uninterrupted or error-free
• Warranties regarding the accuracy of job listings or user content
• Warranties that the Service will meet your specific requirements or expectations
• Warranties regarding the suitability or qualifications of any candidate or employer
• Warranties that defects in the Service will be corrected in a timely manner

Indigenous Jobs Network is a job advertising platform. We publish job postings that employers provide, and we are not responsible for how an employer uses its postings. We do not guarantee employment outcomes, that employers will fill their roles, or the accuracy of information provided by users. We are not responsible for employment decisions made by employers or candidates.

AI-assisted features (such as resume parsing, skill suggestions, resume-to-job tailoring, and ATS scoring) are provided as optional tools to assist you. Outputs generated by these features may be inaccurate, incomplete, or unsuitable for your specific circumstances. You must review all AI-generated content before relying on it, and all hiring, application, and career decisions remain solely yours. IJN expressly disclaims any liability for outcomes arising from your reliance on AI-assisted outputs.

Limitation of Liability

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, INDIGENOUS JOBS NETWORK AND ITS AFFILIATES, OFFICERS, EMPLOYEES, AGENTS, AND PARTNERS SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO:

• Loss of profits, revenue, or data
• Loss of business or employment opportunities
• Damages arising from unauthorized access to your account
• Damages arising from interactions between users of the platform
• Damages resulting from your failure to maintain the security of your account
• Loss, corruption, or deletion of data or content
• Loss of privacy or disclosure of information, including through a security incident
• Viruses or other harmful code introduced by third parties
• Acts or omissions of employers, other users, or third-party service providers

IF YOU HAVE NOT PAID IJN ANY FEES, YOU USE THE SERVICE FREE OF CHARGE AND, TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, IJN HAS NO LIABILITY TO YOU FOR ANY CLAIM ARISING OUT OF OR RELATING TO THE SERVICE OR THESE TERMS.

IF YOU HAVE PAID IJN FEES, OUR TOTAL AGGREGATE LIABILITY TO YOU FOR ALL CLAIMS ARISING OUT OF OR RELATING TO THE SERVICE OR THESE TERMS, INCLUDING ANY DATA BREACH OR SECURITY INCIDENT, SHALL NOT EXCEED THE LESSER OF (A) THE TOTAL AMOUNT PAID BY YOU TO IJN IN THE TWELVE (12) MONTHS IMMEDIATELY PRECEDING THE EVENT GIVING RISE TO THE CLAIM, AND (B) ONE HUNDRED CANADIAN DOLLARS (CAD $100).

THESE LIMITATIONS APPLY REGARDLESS OF THE FORM OF ACTION, WHETHER IN CONTRACT, TORT, NEGLIGENCE, STRICT LIABILITY, OR OTHERWISE, AND EVEN IF IJN HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES.

Nothing in these Terms excludes or limits any right or remedy you may have under applicable consumer-protection law that cannot lawfully be excluded or limited.

Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Indigenous Jobs Network and its officers, directors, employees, agents, affiliates, successors, and assigns from and against any and all claims, damages, obligations, losses, liabilities, costs, and expenses (including reasonable legal fees) arising from or related to:

• Your use of or access to the Service
• Your violation of these Terms
• Content you post, submit, or transmit through the Service
• Your violation of any third-party rights, including intellectual property rights
• Your violation of any applicable law, rule, or regulation
• Any misrepresentation made by you

This indemnification obligation will survive the termination of your account and these Terms.

Dispute Resolution

PLEASE READ THIS SECTION CAREFULLY. IT AFFECTS YOUR LEGAL RIGHTS.

Informal Resolution First: Before initiating formal proceedings, you agree to first contact us at [email protected] and attempt to resolve the dispute informally for at least thirty (30) calendar days.

Binding Arbitration: If informal resolution is unsuccessful, any dispute arising out of or relating to these Terms or the Service shall be resolved by final and binding arbitration administered in accordance with the Arbitration Act of British Columbia. The arbitration shall take place in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. The language of the arbitration shall be English.

Class Action Waiver: YOU AND IJN EACH AGREE THAT ANY DISPUTE RESOLUTION PROCEEDINGS WILL BE CONDUCTED ON AN INDIVIDUAL BASIS ONLY, AND NOT IN A CLASS, CONSOLIDATED, OR REPRESENTATIVE ACTION. You waive any right to participate in class actions against IJN.

If the law where you live does not allow any part of this section to apply to you, that part does not apply to you, and the rest of this section still applies.

Exceptions: This arbitration provision does not apply to (a) claims that may be brought in small claims court, or (b) claims for injunctive or equitable relief related to intellectual property infringement.

Force Majeure

Neither party shall be liable for any delay or failure in performance resulting from causes beyond its reasonable control, including but not limited to:

• Acts of God, natural disasters, epidemics, or pandemics
• War, terrorism, civil unrest, or government actions
• Strikes, labor disputes, or shortages of labor
• Power failures, internet or telecommunications outages
• Cyber attacks, distributed denial-of-service attacks, or system compromises
• Failures of third-party service providers, hosting infrastructure, or payment processors
• Changes in applicable law or regulation

The affected party will make reasonable efforts to limit the impact. If the force majeure event continues for more than ninety (90) days, either party may terminate the affected services.

Third-Party Links

The Service may contain links to third-party websites, services, or content that are not owned or controlled by Indigenous Jobs Network. This includes but is not limited to:

• Employer websites and external application portals
• Payment processor (Stripe) interfaces
• Social media platforms
• Third-party job aggregator integrations

We have no control over, and assume no responsibility for, the content, privacy policies, practices, availability, or accuracy of any third-party websites or services. You acknowledge and agree that IJN shall not be held responsible or liable for any damage or loss caused by or in connection with use of any such third-party content, goods, or services.

We strongly recommend reviewing the terms of service and privacy policies of any third-party website you visit through links on our platform.

Governing Law

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the Province of British Columbia, Canada, without regard to its conflict of law provisions.

Any disputes arising under these Terms shall be resolved exclusively in the courts located in the Province of British Columbia, Canada. You consent to the personal jurisdiction of such courts.

Changes to Terms

We may change or replace these Terms at any time by posting the updated version on the Service. If a change is material, we will make reasonable efforts to let you know, for example with a notice on the Service or by email, and we will give any notice the law requires.

By continuing to access or use our Service after those revisions become effective, you agree to be bound by the revised terms. If you do not agree to the new terms, please stop using the Service.

Severability & Waiver

Severability: If any provision of these Terms is held to be invalid, illegal, or unenforceable by a court of competent jurisdiction, the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect. The invalid provision shall be modified to the minimum extent necessary to make it valid and enforceable while preserving its original intent.

Waiver: The failure of Indigenous Jobs Network to enforce any right or provision of these Terms shall not constitute a waiver of that right or provision. Any waiver of any provision of these Terms will be effective only if in writing and signed by an authorized representative of IJN. Section headings are for convenience only.

Entire Agreement

Indigenous Jobs Network is a brand operated by Scandium Technologies Corp., based in British Columbia, Canada. References to “IJN,” “we,” “our,” or “us” in these Terms refer to Scandium Technologies Corp.

These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy and any other legal notices or agreements published by IJN on the Service, constitute the entire agreement between you and Scandium Technologies Corp. (operating as Indigenous Jobs Network) regarding the use of the Service. These Terms supersede any prior agreements, communications, or proposals, whether oral or written, between you and IJN regarding the Service. If you have a separate signed agreement with us, such as a partner agreement, it applies alongside these Terms and governs where the two conflict. In accepting these Terms, you have not relied on any statement or promise that is not written in them.

No amendment to these Terms shall be effective unless made in writing and published on the Service or otherwise communicated to you in accordance with the "Changes to Terms" section above.