Welcome to the website of the Kerala Association of Prince Edward Island (KAPEI).

These Terms and Conditions (“Terms”) govern your access to and use of the KAPEI website, including its content, forms, membership services, event information, business listings, galleries and other online features.

By accessing or using this website, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree with these Terms, please do not use the website.

1. About KAPEI

The Kerala Association of Prince Edward Island (“KAPEI,” “we,” “our,” or “us”) is a community organization serving and connecting the Kerala/Malayali community in Prince Edward Island.

The website is intended to provide information about KAPEI, its activities, events, community initiatives, membership opportunities and related resources.

2. Use of the Website

You may use this website for lawful personal and informational purposes.

You agree not to:

  • Use the website for any unlawful purpose.
  • Attempt to gain unauthorized access to the website or its systems.
  • Interfere with the operation or security of the website.
  • Upload malicious software, viruses or harmful code.
  • Copy, reproduce or distribute website content without permission.
  • Use automated systems to scrape or collect website information without authorization.
  • Impersonate another person or organization.
  • Submit false, misleading or fraudulent information.
  • Use the website to harass, threaten or harm others.
  • Use website forms for spam or unsolicited commercial communications.

KAPEI reserves the right to restrict or terminate access to the website where misuse or violation of these Terms occurs.

3. Website Information

We make reasonable efforts to provide accurate and current information on the website.

However, information may change and we do not guarantee that all content will always be:

  • Complete
  • Accurate
  • Current
  • Error-free
  • Available at all times

Event dates, times, locations, membership information, sponsor information and other details may change without notice.

You should confirm important information with KAPEI before relying on it.

4. Events

KAPEI may publish information about cultural celebrations, community programs, sports activities, social gatherings and other events.

Event information may include:

  • Date
  • Time
  • Location
  • Registration requirements
  • Admission information
  • Sponsor information
  • Participation requirements

KAPEI reserves the right to change, postpone or cancel an event when necessary.

Where applicable, registration, admission, refund and cancellation rules will be communicated with the relevant event.

5. Event Registration

If online event registration is available, you agree to provide accurate and complete information.

You are responsible for ensuring that information submitted during registration is correct.

KAPEI is not responsible for problems resulting from incorrect information supplied by a registrant.

Where an event involves children or minors, parents or legal guardians are responsible for ensuring that appropriate permissions and supervision requirements are met.

6. Membership

Membership information, eligibility, fees, benefits and renewal requirements may be provided through the KAPEI website.

Membership applications are subject to KAPEI’s applicable membership rules and approval procedures.

Submitting a membership application does not automatically guarantee membership.

KAPEI may refuse, suspend or terminate membership where permitted by its governing rules, policies or applicable law.

Membership information must be accurate and kept up to date.

7. Payments

Certain KAPEI services or activities may require payment, including membership fees, event registrations, sponsorships or other approved activities.

Where payments are processed online, they may be handled through a third-party payment provider.

Payment processing may be subject to the provider’s own terms and privacy policy.

KAPEI does not necessarily store complete payment-card information on its website.

Applicable fees, payment requirements, refunds and cancellation policies will be communicated at the time of purchase or registration.

8. Refunds and Cancellations

Refund eligibility may vary depending on the specific membership, event, registration or service.

If an event is cancelled or substantially changed, KAPEI will communicate applicable options where appropriate.

Unless otherwise stated, purchases and registrations may not be refundable after the applicable cancellation deadline.

Please review the specific terms provided for the relevant event or service before making payment.

9. User-Submitted Content

The website may allow users to submit information, messages, photographs, videos, reviews, business information or other content.

By submitting content, you confirm that:

  • The information is accurate to the best of your knowledge.
  • You have the right to submit the content.
  • The content does not violate another person’s rights.
  • The content does not contain unlawful, threatening, defamatory or harmful material.
  • The content does not infringe copyright, trademark, privacy or other rights.

You grant KAPEI permission to use, reproduce, display and publish submitted content for reasonable KAPEI-related purposes, subject to applicable law and any specific agreement governing the submission.

KAPEI reserves the right to review, edit, refuse or remove submitted content.

10. Photographs and Videos

KAPEI events may be photographed or recorded.

By attending a public KAPEI event, you acknowledge that photographs or recordings may be taken and may be used for legitimate KAPEI purposes, including:

  • Website content
  • Event galleries
  • Social media
  • Newsletters
  • Promotional materials
  • Community publications

If you have concerns about the use of an image or recording featuring you, please contact KAPEI.

11. Intellectual Property

Unless otherwise stated, the website and its content are owned by or used with permission by KAPEI.

This may include:

  • Logos
  • Text
  • Graphics
  • Photographs
  • Videos
  • Designs
  • Layouts
  • Documents
  • Branding
  • Other website materials

You may view and access website content for personal, non-commercial purposes.

You may not reproduce, modify, distribute, publish, sell or commercially exploit KAPEI content without prior written permission, except where permitted by applicable law.

Third-party trademarks, logos, photographs and other materials remain the property of their respective owners.

12. KAPEI Logo and Branding

The KAPEI name, logo and related branding may not be used in a way that suggests unauthorized sponsorship, endorsement, partnership or affiliation.

Written permission may be required for commercial or promotional use of KAPEI branding.

13. Business Listings

KAPEI may provide space on its website for local businesses, sponsors and community partners.

Business listings may include:

  • Business name
  • Logo
  • Address
  • Phone number
  • Website
  • Social media
  • Description of services
  • Promotional information

KAPEI does not necessarily endorse every business or service listed on the website.

Business owners are responsible for ensuring that their submitted information is accurate and lawful.

KAPEI reserves the right to edit, reject, suspend or remove a business listing.

14. Sponsors

KAPEI may display sponsor names, logos and promotional information on the website and in connection with events.

Sponsorship does not necessarily constitute an endorsement of a sponsor’s products or services unless expressly stated.

Specific sponsorship benefits and obligations may be governed by separate sponsorship agreements.

15. External Websites and Links

The KAPEI website may contain links to third-party websites, including government websites, businesses, sponsors, community organizations, social media platforms and other resources.

These links are provided for convenience and informational purposes.

KAPEI does not control third-party websites and is not responsible for:

  • Their content
  • Accuracy
  • Availability
  • Security
  • Privacy practices
  • Products or services
  • Terms and conditions

Accessing third-party websites is at your own risk.

16. About PEI Information

The “About PEI” section may provide general information about communities, services, businesses, housing, transportation, education, recreation and other aspects of life in Prince Edward Island.

This information is provided for general informational purposes only.

KAPEI does not guarantee that third-party information is complete, accurate or current.

For official government, immigration, legal, employment, healthcare or regulatory information, users should consult the appropriate official authority.

17. No Professional Advice

Information provided through the KAPEI website is for general informational and community purposes.

Unless expressly stated otherwise, it should not be considered:

  • Legal advice
  • Immigration advice
  • Financial advice
  • Medical advice
  • Tax advice
  • Professional advice

You should consult an appropriately qualified professional or official authority for advice specific to your circumstances.

18. Website Availability

We aim to keep the website available and functioning properly, but we do not guarantee uninterrupted access.

The website may occasionally be unavailable because of:

  • Maintenance
  • Updates
  • Technical problems
  • Hosting issues
  • Security incidents
  • Third-party service interruptions
  • Circumstances beyond our control

KAPEI reserves the right to modify, suspend or discontinue any part of the website without notice.

19. Security

We take reasonable steps to maintain the security of our website.

However, no website or online service can be guaranteed to be completely secure.

You are responsible for maintaining the security of your own devices, accounts and login credentials.

You should not share passwords or other account credentials with others.

20. Limitation of Liability

To the extent permitted by applicable law, KAPEI will not be responsible for losses or damages arising from your use of, or inability to use, the website or reliance on information provided through the website.

This includes, where legally permitted:

  • Loss of data
  • Loss of business
  • Loss of income
  • Loss of opportunity
  • Technical problems
  • Reliance on third-party information
  • Third-party website issues
  • Event changes or cancellations

Nothing in these Terms is intended to exclude or limit liability where such exclusion or limitation is prohibited by law.

21. Indemnification

To the extent permitted by applicable law, you agree to indemnify and hold KAPEI, its volunteers, representatives and affiliated parties harmless from claims, losses or expenses arising from:

  • Your misuse of the website.
  • Your violation of these Terms.
  • Information or content you submit.
  • Your violation of another person’s rights.
  • Your unlawful activities through the website.

22. Privacy

Your use of the website is also subject to our Privacy Policy, which explains how personal information may be collected, used and protected.

Please review the Privacy Policy before submitting personal information through the website.

23. Changes to These Terms

KAPEI may update these Terms from time to time.

Changes may be made to reflect:

  • Website updates
  • New services
  • Changes in organizational practices
  • Changes in applicable laws
  • Changes to third-party services

The “Last Updated” date at the beginning of this page will indicate when the Terms were most recently revised.

Your continued use of the website after changes are published constitutes acceptance of the updated Terms, to the extent permitted by law.

24. Governing Law

These Terms are intended to be governed by the applicable laws of Prince Edward Island and the applicable laws of Canada.

Any legal matter relating to these Terms or the use of the website will be subject to the jurisdiction of the applicable courts of Prince Edward Island, unless applicable law requires otherwise.

25. Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions will continue to apply to the extent permitted by law.

26. Entire Agreement

These Terms, together with the KAPEI Privacy Policy and any additional terms specifically provided for particular services, events or programs, constitute the terms governing your use of the KAPEI website unless otherwise stated.

27. Contact Us

If you have questions about these Terms and Conditions, please contact us.

Kerala Association of Prince Edward Island (KAPEI)

Email:
keralapei@gmail.com

Mailing Address:
PO Box 3394
Charlottetown PO
Central PE
C1A 8W5
Canada

Subject: Terms & Conditions Inquiry

We welcome questions and feedback regarding the use of our website and services.