Terms of Use

These Terms of Use govern your access to and use of SimpleHarborCo.org (the "site"). By accessing this site, you agree to the terms set out below. If you do not agree, please do not use this site.

1. Nature of the site

SimpleHarborCo.org is an informational reference archive covering sailboat and small vessel maintenance. It is operated as an independent, non-commercial publication. The site does not offer professional marine surveying, engineering, technical consulting, or any regulated professional activity.

2. Informational use only

All content on this site is provided for general informational purposes only. Nothing on SimpleHarborCo.org constitutes professional advice of any kind, including marine engineering, mechanical, legal, financial, or safety advice. Decisions involving the structural integrity of a vessel, the safety of crew and passengers, or compliance with Transport Canada regulations should be based on advice from qualified professionals, not solely on content found on this site.

3. Accuracy and currency of information

We make reasonable efforts to ensure that articles are accurate at the time of publication. Marine maintenance practices, product formulations, and regulatory requirements change over time. Information that was accurate at publication may no longer reflect current best practice or legal requirements. Always verify critical information with current regulatory sources or qualified professionals before acting on it.

4. Limitation of liability

To the maximum extent permitted by applicable law, SimpleHarborCo.org and its operators are not liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, or special damages arising from your use of or reliance on content published on this site. This includes but is not limited to: damage to a vessel resulting from following maintenance procedures described on this site; personal injury; regulatory violations; or financial loss.

5. External links

This site includes links to external resources including Transport Canada, Sail Canada, West Marine, and US Sailing. These links are provided for reference. We do not control the content of external sites and are not responsible for their accuracy, availability, or practices. The presence of a link does not constitute endorsement.

6. Images

Images displayed on this site are sourced from Wikimedia Commons under Creative Commons licenses. Attribution is consistent with the CC license terms applicable to each image. If you reproduce images from this site, ensure you comply with the original licensing terms, which vary by image.

7. Intellectual property

The original text content of articles published on SimpleHarborCo.org is the property of the site's operators. Reproduction of article text, in whole or in part, requires attribution and a link to the original article. Reproduction for commercial purposes requires written permission.

8. Contact form and communications

Messages submitted through the contact form on this site do not create a professional relationship of any kind. Responses are informational only and do not constitute professional advice.

9. Governing law

These terms are governed by the laws of the Province of Ontario and the applicable federal laws of Canada. Any disputes arising from use of this site are subject to the jurisdiction of the courts of Ontario.

10. Changes to these terms

These terms may be revised from time to time. The date at the top of this page reflects the most recent update. Continued use of the site after any revision constitutes acceptance of the updated terms.

11. Contact

For questions about these terms:

• Email: info@simpleharborco.org
• Phone: +1 (905) 555-1847
• Address: 1200 Lakeshore Rd W, Mississauga, ON L5H 1G5, Canada