TERMS OF USE

Last updated: 2025-12-17

By accessing or using CalgaryLocale.com, you agree to these Terms of Use. If you do not agree, please do not use the site.

Calgary Locale may update these terms from time to time. Continued use of the site constitutes acceptance of any updated terms.

ABOUT CALGARY LOCALE

Calgary Locale is a local media website that publishes editorial content intended to help readers discover food, events, neighbourhoods, and experiences in Calgary.

Content on CalgaryLocale.com is provided for informational and planning purposes only.

USE OF THE SITE

You may use CalgaryLocale.com for personal, non-commercial purposes, subject to these terms.

You agree not to use the site in a way that:

  • Violates applicable laws or regulations

  • Interferes with the operation or security of the site

  • Attempts to gain unauthorized access to systems, accounts, or data

  • Misrepresents your identity or affiliation

  • Uploads, transmits, or distributes malicious code or harmful content

Calgary Locale may restrict, suspend, or terminate access to the site at its discretion.

EDITORIAL CONTENT AND INFORMATION

Editorial content on Calgary Locale is published based on information available at the time of publication. Details such as event dates, prices, hours, and availability may change.

Calgary Locale does not guarantee that content will be complete, current, or accurate at all times and is not responsible for changes made by third parties, including event organizers, venues, restaurants, or businesses.

Readers are encouraged to confirm important details directly with organizers before making plans.

Additional information about updates and corrections can be found in our Corrections and Transparency Policy.

USER ACCOUNTS

Certain features of CalgaryLocale.com may require users to create an account.

You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account information and for all activity that occurs under your account. Calgary Locale is not responsible for unauthorized use of your account.

Calgary Locale may suspend or terminate accounts that violate these terms or misuse site features.

COMMENTS AND REVIEWS

Calgary Locale allows users to submit comments or reviews in connection with certain features, including business listings.

Comments and reviews reflect the opinions of individual users and do not represent the views of Calgary Locale.

By submitting a comment or review, you confirm that:

  • The content reflects your own experience or opinion

  • The information is accurate to the best of your knowledge at the time of posting

  • You have the right to submit the content

Comments and reviews must not include:

  • False or misleading statements

  • Promotional or advertising content

  • Spam or repetitive posts

  • Harassment, hate speech, or abusive language

  • Content unrelated to the listing or discussion

Businesses may not submit reviews of their own listings or post reviews on behalf of others.

MODERATION AND REMOVAL

All user-submitted content is subject to moderation.

Calgary Locale may remove, edit, hide, or disable comments or reviews at its discretion, including content that:

  • Violates these terms

  • Appears misleading or posted in bad faith

  • Is promotional or self-serving

  • Is inappropriate, abusive, or harmful

Calgary Locale is not obligated to publish or retain any user-submitted content.

USE OF USER-SUBMITTED CONTENT

By submitting comments or reviews to CalgaryLocale.com, you grant Calgary Locale a non-exclusive, royalty-free license to display, reproduce, and distribute that content as part of the site and related services.

You retain ownership of your content.

BUSINESS LISTINGS

Business listings on Calgary Locale may include editorial content, information submitted by businesses, or user-submitted feedback.

Calgary Locale does not guarantee the accuracy, completeness, or availability of listing information and is not responsible for interactions, transactions, or experiences between users and listed businesses.

Inclusion in a business listing does not imply endorsement by Calgary Locale.

SPONSORED CONTENT AND ADVERTISING

Some content on Calgary Locale may be sponsored or part of a paid partnership. Sponsored content is clearly labeled.

Advertisers and sponsors do not control editorial coverage or influence editorial decisions.

INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY

All original editorial content on CalgaryLocale.com is owned by Calgary Locale unless otherwise stated.

You may share links to Calgary Locale content for informational purposes, provided the content is not altered or presented as original work. Commercial use or reproduction without permission is not allowed.

THIRD-PARTY LINKS

CalgaryLocale.com may include links to third-party websites. Calgary Locale is not responsible for the content, policies, or practices of third-party sites.

DISCLAIMER OF WARRANTIES

CalgaryLocale.com and all content are provided “as is” without warranties of any kind, express or implied.

Calgary Locale does not warrant that the site will be uninterrupted, error-free, or free of harmful components.

LIMITATION OF LIABILITY

To the fullest extent permitted by law, Calgary Locale is not liable for any loss, damage, or injury arising from:

  • Use of or reliance on information published on the site

  • User-submitted comments or reviews

  • Interactions with businesses or third parties

  • Errors, omissions, or changes to published information

INDEMNIFICATION

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Calgary Locale from any claims, damages, or expenses arising from your use of the site or violation of these terms.

GOVERNING LAW

These terms are governed by the laws of the Province of Alberta and applicable Canadian law.

CONTACT

Questions about these Terms of Use can be directed to:

hello@calgarylocale.com