Alberta Orthopaedic Society

Effective Date: 1st April 2025

These Terms and Conditions (“Terms”) govern your access to and use of the website of the Alberta Orthopaedic Society (“the Society”, “we”, “us”, or “our”) located at abortho.org, abortho.ca, albertaorthopaedicsociety.com and albertaorthopaedicsociety.ca (“the Site”). By accessing or using the Site, you agree to be legally bound by these Terms and our Privacy Policy. If you do not agree to these Terms, please refrain from using the Site.

1. Acceptance of Terms

By using this Site, you confirm that you are at least 18 years of age or are accessing the Site under the supervision of a legal guardian, and that you are legally capable of entering into binding agreements. These Terms apply to all users, including members, visitors, and contributors of content.

2. Use of the Site

The Site is provided for the purpose of advancing orthopaedic knowledge, supporting professional collaboration, promoting educational activities, and offering resources to both members and the public.

You agree to use the Site in accordance with all applicable laws and not to:

Interfere with or disrupt the functionality of the Site

Upload or transmit any harmful, defamatory, or illegal content

Attempt unauthorized access to member-only or administrative areas

Reproduce, copy, or distribute Site content without prior written consent

3. Member Access and Responsibilities

Access to member-only areas of the Site is restricted to approved members of the Alberta Orthopaedic Society. Members are responsible
for:

Maintaining the confidentiality of their login credentials

Ensuring that their account is used only by them

Notifying us immediately of any unauthorized access

We reserve the right to suspend or terminate access if a member violates these Terms or misuses the platform.

4. Job Postings and Submissions

The Site may allow users to view or submit job opportunities relevant to orthopaedics. By submitting a job posting or similar content, you
warrant that:

You have the right and authority to publish the material

All information provided is accurate, current, and lawful

Content does not infringe any third-party rights

The Society reserves the right to review, reject, or remove any content at our sole discretion without notice.

5. Intellectual Property

All materials on the Site, including text, graphics, logos, photos, documents, and other content, are the intellectual property of the Alberta Orthopaedic Society or used with permission. These materials may not be copied, reproduced, modified, or redistributed without our express written consent, except as otherwise permitted by law.

6. Medical Disclaimer

The Site may contain information related to orthopaedic conditions, research, and clinical practice. This information is for general educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Visitors should always consult a qualified healthcare
professional regarding specific medical concerns or conditions.

7. Third-Party Links

The Site may contain links to third-party websites. These links are provided for convenience only. The Alberta Orthopaedic Society does not endorse, monitor, or have control over the content or policies of any third-party sites. Access to any third-party website is at your own risk.

8. Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by law, the Alberta Orthopaedic Society and its officers, directors, volunteers, and affiliates shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, or punitive damages arising out of your use of, or inability to use, the Site or
its content.

9. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless the Alberta Orthopaedic Society from and against any claims, damages, losses, or expenses
(including legal fees) arising out of your use of the Site, your violation of these Terms, or your violation of any rights of a third party.

10. Modifications to Terms

The Society reserves the right to update or modify these Terms at any time without prior notice. Continued use of the Site following any
changes constitutes acceptance of the new Terms. You are encouraged to review this page periodically.

11. Governing Law

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the Province of Alberta and the applicable laws of Canada,

without regard to conflict of laws principles. Any disputes arising under or in connection with these Terms shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of Alberta.

12. Contact Information

If you have any questions regarding these Terms and Conditions, please contact us at:

Alberta Orthopaedic Society

Email: [email protected]

Phone: 403.607.9521