TERMS OF USE
Hazel Shanks | Wedding Officiant & Relationship Coach
www.hazelshanks.com
Effective Date: March 10th, 2026
1. Introduction & Acceptance of Terms
Welcome to hazelshanks.com (the “Website”), operated by Hazel Shanks, a Licensed Wedding Officiant and Relationship Coach based in the Durham Region, Ontario, Canada. By accessing or using this Website, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Use (“Terms”). If you do not agree to these Terms, please discontinue use of the Website immediately.
These Terms apply to all visitors, clients, and users who access or use the Website, including its pages covering Wedding Ceremonies, Destination Weddings, Relationship Coaching, Officiant Training, and all associated content.
2. Intellectual Property
All content on this Website – including but not limited to text, photographs, graphics, logos, ceremony scripts, coaching materials, blog posts, and the Hazel Shanks name and brand – is the exclusive property of Hazel Shanks and is protected under applicable Canadian and international copyright, trademark, and intellectual property laws.
You may not, without prior written permission from Hazel Shanks:
- Reproduce, copy, or distribute any Website content for commercial purposes;
- Modify, adapt, or create derivative works from the content;
- Use the Hazel Shanks name, logo, or brand in any way that implies endorsement or affiliation;
- Republish or repost ceremony scripts, coaching materials, or blog content without attribution and consent.
Personal, non-commercial use of Website content is permitted provided it remains unmodified and appropriate credit is given.
3. User Restrictions & Prohibited Activities
When using this Website, you agree not to:
- Engage in any unlawful, fraudulent, or harmful activity;
- Submit false, misleading, or defamatory content in any contact form or review;
- Attempt to gain unauthorized access to any portion of the Website or its backend systems;
- Introduce viruses, malware, or any other malicious code;
- Use automated scripts, bots, or scrapers to collect data from the Website;
- Reverse-engineer, decompile, or disassemble any part of the Website;
- Spam, harass, or send unsolicited communications to Hazel Shanks or other users;
- Impersonate Hazel Shanks or misrepresent your affiliation with her business;
- Use the Website in any manner that could damage its reputation or interfere with its proper functioning.
4. Services, Bookings & Payments
Information presented on the Website regarding Wedding Ceremonies, Destination Weddings, Relationship Coaching, and Officiant Training is for general informational purposes. Service availability, pricing, and terms are subject to change. Specific booking terms, payment schedules, cancellation policies, and service agreements will be detailed in a separate written contract between Hazel Shanks and the client. Nothing on the Website constitutes a binding contract for services until a separate agreement has been executed.
5. Account Access & Termination
The Website offers a Member Login and Officiant Training portal. Hazel Shanks reserves the right, at her sole discretion, to suspend, restrict, or permanently terminate your access to any member area or account if you violate these Terms, engage in conduct that is harmful, abusive, or disruptive, or for any other reason deemed necessary to protect the Website and its users. Termination may occur without prior notice. Upon termination, your right to access any secure content or resources will cease immediately.
6. Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, Hazel Shanks shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages arising from or related to your use of, or inability to use, this Website. This includes but is not limited to damages arising from Website errors, technical interruptions, data loss, unauthorized access to your data, or reliance on any content published on the Website. This limitation applies regardless of the form of action, whether in contract, tort, negligence, or otherwise, even if Hazel Shanks has been advised of the possibility of such damages.
7. Disclaimers
This Website and all of its content are provided on an “AS IS” and “AS AVAILABLE” basis, without warranties of any kind, express or implied. Hazel Shanks does not warrant that the Website will be uninterrupted, error-free, or free of viruses or harmful components. No guarantee is made that information on the Website is complete, accurate, or up-to-date. The content on this Website does not constitute legal, financial, therapeutic, or professional advice. Relationship coaching services are not a substitute for licensed mental health therapy or counselling.
8. Third-Party Links & Content
The Website may contain links to third-party websites, including social media platforms, wedding directories, and partner vendors. These links are provided for convenience only. Hazel Shanks has no control over, and assumes no responsibility for, the content, privacy policies, or practices of any third-party sites. Accessing third-party links is done at your own risk.
9. Privacy
Your use of the Website is also governed by our Privacy Policy, which is incorporated into these Terms by reference. By using the Website, you consent to the collection and use of your information as described in the Privacy Policy. Hazel Shanks is committed to protecting your personal information in accordance with applicable Canadian privacy legislation, including the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA).
10. Governing Law & Jurisdiction
These Terms of Use shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the Province of Ontario and the federal laws of Canada applicable therein, without regard to conflict of law principles. Any disputes arising from these Terms or your use of the Website shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts located in the Province of Ontario, Canada.
11. Changes to These Terms
Hazel Shanks reserves the right to update, modify, or replace these Terms of Use at any time. When changes are made, the revised Terms will be posted on this page with an updated effective date. For significant changes, reasonable notice may be provided via email or a notice on the Website. Your continued use of the Website following the posting of changes constitutes your acceptance of the updated Terms. It is your responsibility to review these Terms periodically.
12. Contact Information
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding these Terms of Use, please contact:
Hazel Shanks
Wedding Officiant & Relationship Coach
Durham Region, Ontario, Canada
Email: hazel@hazelshanks.com
Phone: (416) 560-4725
Website: www.hazelshanks.com
© 2026 Hazel Shanks. All Rights Reserved. These Terms of Use were last reviewed on March 10th, 2026.