Terms of Use

1. Introduction

Welcome to the Health System Impact Training Platform (HSITP). By accessing or using this website, you agree to comply with and be bound by these Terms of Use. If you do not agree to these terms, please refrain from using our website.

2. Purpose

The HSITP website provides information, training resources, and community tools to support doctoral and post-doctoral fellows, early career embedded researchers, alumni, and mentors within the Health System Impact community across Canada.

3. Use of the Platform

You agree to use this website for lawful purposes only. You may not use the platform to:

Upload or distribute harmful, offensive, or illegal content.

Violate intellectual property rights or privacy rights of others.

Attempt to interfere with or compromise the security of the platform.

4. Intellectual Property

All content on this website—including text, graphics, logos, images, and resources—is the property of the HSITP or its partners and is protected by applicable copyright and trademark laws. You may not reproduce or distribute content without prior written consent.

5. Accounts and Registration

Some features may require creating an account. You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your login credentials and for all activities that occur under your account.

6. Disclaimer

The information provided through HSITP is for educational and professional development purposes. While efforts are made to ensure accuracy, HSITP does not guarantee the completeness or reliability of information provided. Use of the site is at your own risk.

7. Limitation of Liability

HSITP and its affiliates shall not be held liable for any damages arising from the use or inability to use this platform, including indirect or consequential losses.

8. Modifications

HSITP reserves the right to modify these Terms of Use at any time. Updates will be posted on this page, and continued use of the website constitutes acceptance of the revised terms.

Privacy Policy

1. Commitment to Privacy

HSITP is committed to protecting your personal information and respecting your privacy in accordance with Canada’s Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA) and applicable provincial laws.

2. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information:

Personal Information: name, email address, institution, and professional role (when you register or subscribe).

Usage Information: website interactions, preferences, and analytics data to improve user experience.

Cookies: small data files used for analytics and functionality; you can disable cookies in your browser settings.

3. How We Use Your Information

Your information may be used to:

Provide access to training materials and community features.

Communicate updates, newsletters, or opportunities related to HSITP.

Improve the design and functionality of our website.

We do not sell or rent personal information to third parties.

4. Data Security

We implement appropriate administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect personal information against unauthorized access, disclosure, or misuse.

5. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to external resources. HSITP is not responsible for the privacy practices or content of external websites.

6. Your Rights

You have the right to:

Access and correct your personal information.

Withdraw consent to communications.

Request deletion of your data (subject to legal or operational requirements).

7. Contact Us

For questions or concerns regarding these Terms or our Privacy Policy, please contact:
Email: HSITP@ucalgary.ca