Terms of Use

Terms of Use – FEDERATE‑Can Project Website

The FEDERATE‑Can project website, part of a research study conducted at the Institut de recherches cliniques de Montréal (IRCM), aims to inform the public about the project, its activities, and its participation procedures. By using this site, you agree to the following Terms of Use.

1. Use of the Website

The content of the FEDERATE‑Can project website is provided for informational purposes only. It may be modified or updated at any time without notice. You agree to use the site solely for legitimate purposes and to refrain from disrupting its operation, directly or indirectly.
The information provided on this website does not constitute medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment and should not be relied upon as such.

2. Intellectual Property

All content on the site (e.g., texts, images, logos) is used with the required permissions. Any reproduction, distribution, modification, or use of this content, in whole or in part, without prior written authorization, is prohibited.

3. Technical Data Not Considered Personal Information

During your navigation, certain technical data may be collected automatically (e.g., browser type, IP address, pages visited). This information is generally not used to identify you personally and is used solely to ensure the proper functioning of the site, resolve technical issues, improve the user experience, and generate usage statistics.
The site may use cookies, which are small files stored on your device. They help optimize your browsing experience. You can configure your browser to refuse cookies, be notified when they are installed, or disable them. However, some features of the site may be limited.
For more details on how your personal information may be collected or used, please consult our Privacy Policy.

4. Information Provided Voluntarily

If you choose to provide personal information (e.g., through the contact form), it will be processed in accordance with our Privacy Policy. Information marked as mandatory in a form is necessary for us to respond adequately to your request.

5. Links to External Websites

The site may contain links to other websites. These sites are not under the responsibility of the IRCM. We assume no responsibility for their content or their privacy practices.

6. Accuracy of Information

We strive to provide accurate and up‑to‑date information. However, we cannot guarantee the accuracy, completeness, or continuous updating of the information available on the site. All content is provided “as is,” without any warranty of any kind.
To the extent permitted by law, the IRCM shall not be held liable for any direct or indirect damages resulting from the use of, or inability to use, this website.

7. Changes to the Terms of Use

These Terms of Use may be modified at any time. Changes take effect as soon as they are posted on the site. We encourage you to review them regularly.

8. Governing Law

These Terms of Use are governed by the laws of the Province of Québec and the applicable federal laws of Canada.

9. Contact

For any questions regarding the Terms of Use of the FEDERATE‑Can project website, you may contact the project team at IRCM.