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Website Disclaimer<\/h1>\n

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Brainstreams.ca is an online education and networking site for the Brain Injury Community in B.C. and beyond. The material on this web site is provided for educational purposes only, and is not to be used for medical advice, diagnosis or treatment.<\/p>\n

Website Disclaimer | BCBIA & Brainstreams<\/h2>\n

Purpose of This Disclaimer<\/strong><\/h3>\n

This disclaimer is intended to limit the liability of BCBIA (British Columbia Brain Injury Association) and Brainstreams regarding the information, services, and resources provided on this website. By accessing and using the BCBIA and Brainstreams website, you acknowledge and agree to the terms outlined in this disclaimer.<\/p>\n

No Warranty or Guarantee<\/h3>\n

BCBIA and Brainstreams make no representations or warranties of any kind, express or implied, about the completeness, accuracy, reliability, suitability, or availability of the information, products, services, or related graphics on this website. Any reliance you place on such information is strictly at your own risk.<\/p>\n

Not Professional Advice<\/h3>\n

The content on this website is provided for general information and educational purposes only. It is not intended as, and should not be considered, professional advice. BCBIA and Brainstreams are not responsible for any actions taken based on information found on this site. For specific advice related to your situation, consult a qualified professional.<\/p>\n

Third-Party Links<\/h3>\n

This website may contain links to third-party websites. These links are provided for your convenience and do not signify endorsement by BCBIA or Brainstreams. BCBIA and Brainstreams have no control over the content, privacy policies, or practices of third-party sites and accept no responsibility for them or for any loss or damage that may arise from your use of them.<\/p>\n

No Liability for Errors or Omissions<\/h3>\n

While BCBIA and Brainstreams strive to keep the information on this website accurate and up to date, we do not guarantee that the content is error-free or current. BCBIA and Brainstreams are not liable for any errors or omissions or for any consequences arising from the use of this information.<\/p>\n

No Guarantee of Results<\/h3>\n

BCBIA and Brainstreams do not guarantee any specific results or outcomes from the use of their website, services, or information provided herein. Individual results may vary, and users are responsible for their own decisions and actions.<\/p>\n

Intellectual Property<\/h3>\n

All content, including text, graphics, logos, and images, on this website is the property of BCBIA, Brainstreams, or their content suppliers and is protected by applicable copyright and intellectual property laws. Unauthorized use of this material is prohibited.<\/p>\n

Changes to Content<\/h3>\n

BCBIA and Brainstreams may update, modify, or remove content from this website at any time without prior notice. It is your responsibility to check for updates regularly.<\/p>\n

Indemnification<\/h3>\n

By using this website, you agree to indemnify and hold harmless BCBIA, Brainstreams, their officers, directors, employees, and agents from any claims, damages, losses, or liabilities arising out of your use of the site.<\/p>\n

Governing Law<\/h3>\n

This disclaimer is governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of British Columbia. Any disputes arising from the use of this website will be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts in British Columbia.<\/p>\n

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When you log in, we will also set up several cookies to save your login information and your screen display choices. Login cookies last for two days, and screen options cookies last for a year. If you select "Remember Me", your login will persist for two weeks. If you log out of your account, the login cookies will be removed.<\/p>\n\n\n

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These websites may collect data about you, use cookies, embed additional third-party tracking, and monitor your interaction with that embedded content, including tracking your interaction with the embedded content if you have an account and are logged in to that website.<\/p>\n\n\n

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For users that register on our website (if any), we also store the personal information they provide in their user profile. All users can see, edit, or delete their personal information at any time (except they cannot change their username). Website administrators can also see and edit that information.<\/p>\n\n\n

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