Introduction
Last Updated: THIS IS NOT A BINDING OR ACTIVE TERMS OF SERVICE. MUCH OF THE INFORMATION MAY BE INACCURATE OR INCOMPLETE.
Welcome to Prepared for Duty Recruitment Services Inc. (“Prepared for Duty”, “we”, “us”, or “our”). These Terms of Service (“Terms”) govern your access to and use of our website located at https://www.preparedforduty.ca/ (the “Website”), as well as your use of any services, content, or information made available through the Website.
By accessing or using our Website, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree to these Terms, please do not access or use our Website. We recommend that you print or save a copy of these Terms for your records.
1. About Prepared for Duty
Prepared for Duty Recruitment Services Inc. is a specialized recruitment and testing company headquartered in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada. We provide services throughout Western Canada, partnering with municipalities to build strong communities through specialized recruitment and testing services.
Our services include recruitment for CAO and executive positions, emergency services and firefighter roles, as well as defensible, knowledge-based aptitude testing. With direct municipal experience and insight into municipal operations, we conduct recruitment in a manner that is fair, transparent, and defensible.
2. Eligibility and User Representations
By using our Website, you represent and warrant that: (a) you have the legal capacity and authority to enter into these Terms; (b) you are at least 18 years of age or the age of majority in your jurisdiction; (c) all information you provide to us through the Website is accurate, current, and complete; and (d) your use of the Website will comply with all applicable laws and regulations.
Our Website and services are intended for use by municipalities, organizations, emergency services departments, and individuals seeking employment opportunities, useful resources, or recruitment services within Western Canada.
3. Website Purpose and Services
This Website serves as an informational resource about Prepared for Duty, our services, and the recruitment process. The Website provides general information about our recruitment and testing services, resources and insights related to municipal recruitment and careers, contact forms to facilitate inquiries and service requests, and links to related resources and third-party websites.
The main Website does not process payments. All paid services are invoiced separately through QuickBooks. Aptitude testing services are provided through our Competency Gauge platform, which is governed by its own terms of use.
4. Use of Contact Forms
Our Website includes contact forms that allow you to submit inquiries and requests. By using these forms, you agree to provide accurate and truthful information, use the forms only for legitimate purposes related to our services, refrain from submitting any content that is unlawful, offensive, defamatory, or infringes upon the rights of others, and not use the forms to send unsolicited commercial messages or spam.
We reserve the right to refuse service to anyone and to decline to respond to submissions that we determine, in our sole discretion, to be inappropriate or outside the scope of our services.
5. Intellectual Property Rights
All content on this Website, including but not limited to text, graphics, logos, images, photographs, video, audio, software, and the overall design and arrangement of the Website (collectively, “Content”), is the property of Prepared for Duty Recruitment Services Inc. or its licensors and is protected by Canadian and international copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.
You may view, download, and print Content from the Website for your personal, non-commercial use only, provided that you do not modify the Content, you retain all copyright and proprietary notices, and you do not use the Content in a manner that suggests an association with Prepared for Duty without our prior written consent.
6. Prohibited Conduct
You agree not to engage in any of the following prohibited activities: using the Website for any unlawful purpose or in violation of any applicable laws or regulations; attempting to gain unauthorized access to any portion of the Website, other users’ accounts, or any systems or networks connected to the Website; using any automated means, including robots, spiders, or scrapers, to access or collect data from the Website without our express written permission; interfering with or disrupting the operation of the Website or the servers or networks used to make the Website available; uploading or transmitting viruses, malware, or other malicious code; impersonating any person or entity, or falsely representing your affiliation with any person or entity; or using the Website in any manner that could damage, disable, overburden, or impair it.
7. Third-Party Links and Content
Our Website may contain links to third-party websites, resources, or services that are not owned or controlled by Prepared for Duty. These links are provided for your convenience and reference only. We do not endorse, and are not responsible for, the content, products, services, or practices of any third-party websites.
Your interactions with third-party websites are solely between you and such third parties. We encourage you to review the terms of service and privacy policies of any third-party websites you visit. Prepared for Duty shall not be liable for any damage or loss arising from your use of or reliance on any third-party content, goods, or services.
8. Disclaimer of Warranties
THE WEBSITE AND ALL CONTENT, MATERIALS, INFORMATION, AND SERVICES PROVIDED THROUGH THE WEBSITE ARE PROVIDED ON AN “AS IS” AND “AS AVAILABLE” BASIS WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED. TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW, PREPARED FOR DUTY DISCLAIMS ALL WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, TITLE, AND NON-INFRINGEMENT.
We do not warrant that the Website will be uninterrupted, error-free, secure, or free of viruses or other harmful components. We do not warrant that any information provided through the Website is accurate, complete, reliable, current, or error-free. Any reliance on material or information obtained through this Website is at your own risk.
The information provided on this Website is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. You should seek appropriate professional advice before making any decisions based on information obtained from this Website.
9. Limitation of Liability
TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW, IN NO EVENT SHALL PREPARED FOR DUTY RECRUITMENT SERVICES INC., ITS OFFICERS, DIRECTORS, EMPLOYEES, AGENTS, AFFILIATES, OR LICENSORS BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, PUNITIVE, OR EXEMPLARY DAMAGES, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO DAMAGES FOR LOSS OF PROFITS, GOODWILL, USE, DATA, OR OTHER INTANGIBLE LOSSES, ARISING OUT OF OR IN CONNECTION WITH YOUR USE OF OR INABILITY TO USE THE WEBSITE.
IN NO EVENT SHALL OUR TOTAL LIABILITY TO YOU FOR ALL CLAIMS ARISING OUT OF OR RELATED TO THESE TERMS OR YOUR USE OF THE WEBSITE EXCEED THE AMOUNT YOU PAID TO US, IF ANY, FOR ACCESS TO THE WEBSITE DURING THE TWELVE (12) MONTHS PRECEDING THE CLAIM.
Some jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion or limitation of certain warranties or liability, so some of the above limitations may not apply to you. In such cases, our liability will be limited to the greatest extent permitted by applicable law.
10. Indemnification
You agree to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless Prepared for Duty Recruitment Services Inc., its officers, directors, employees, agents, affiliates, and licensors from and against any and all claims, damages, losses, liabilities, costs, and expenses (including reasonable legal fees) arising out of or related to: (a) your use of the Website; (b) your violation of these Terms; (c) your violation of any applicable laws or regulations; or (d) any content or information you submit through the Website.
11. Privacy
Your privacy is important to us. Our collection, use, and disclosure of personal information is governed by our Privacy Policy, which is incorporated into these Terms by reference. By using our Website, you consent to the collection, use, and disclosure of your personal information as described in our Privacy Policy.
Our Website uses cookies and similar tracking technologies as described in our Cookie Policy. For more information about how we use cookies and how you can manage your preferences, please review our Cookie Policy.
12. Website Hosting and Technical Matters
Our Website is hosted by Bluehost and utilizes various plugins and services to enhance functionality, security, and user experience. These include analytics tools such as Google Analytics and Jetpack Stats, security features including Cloudflare and Jetpack Protect, and consent management tools including CookieYes for cookie consent management.
We make reasonable efforts to ensure the Website is available and functioning properly; however, we do not guarantee continuous, uninterrupted access to the Website. We may suspend, withdraw, or restrict the availability of all or any part of the Website for business, operational, or maintenance reasons.
13. Modifications to the Website and Terms
We reserve the right to modify, update, or discontinue the Website or any part thereof at any time without prior notice. We may also revise these Terms from time to time at our sole discretion. The “Last Updated” date at the top of these Terms indicates when the most recent changes were made.
If we make material changes to these Terms, we will provide notice through the Website or by other means as we deem appropriate. Your continued use of the Website following the posting of any changes constitutes your acceptance of such changes. If you do not agree to the modified Terms, you should discontinue your use of the Website.
14. Governing Law and Jurisdiction
These Terms and any disputes arising out of or related to these Terms or your use of the Website shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the Province of Alberta and the federal laws of Canada applicable therein, without regard to conflict of law principles.
You agree to submit to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts located in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada, for the resolution of any disputes arising out of or relating to these Terms or your use of the Website. You waive any objection to the exercise of jurisdiction over you by such courts and to venue in such courts.
15. General Provisions
Entire Agreement
These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy and Cookie Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and Prepared for Duty regarding your use of the Website and supersede all prior and contemporaneous agreements, proposals, or representations, written or oral, concerning the subject matter herein.
Severability
If any provision of these Terms is held to be invalid, illegal, or unenforceable by a court of competent jurisdiction, such provision shall be modified to the minimum extent necessary to make it valid, legal, and enforceable. If such modification is not possible, the provision shall be severed from these Terms, and the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect.
Waiver
No waiver of any term or condition of these Terms shall be deemed a further or continuing waiver of such term or condition or any other term or condition. Our failure to assert any right or provision under these Terms shall not constitute a waiver of such right or provision.
Assignment
You may not assign or transfer your rights or obligations under these Terms without our prior written consent. We may assign or transfer our rights and obligations under these Terms without restriction. Subject to the foregoing, these Terms shall bind and inure to the benefit of the parties and their respective successors and permitted assigns.
Language
The parties have expressly requested that these Terms and all related documents be drafted in English. Les parties ont expressément demandé que ces conditions et tous les documents connexes soient rédigés en anglais.
16. Contact Information
If you have any questions, comments, or concerns about these Terms of Service, please contact us at:
Prepared for Duty Recruitment Services Inc.
- Website: https://www.preparedforduty.ca/
- Email: [email protected]
- Phone: 780-266-8911
We will respond to all inquiries as soon as reasonably possible.