The MHI Foundation provides users with a range of online services. Except when specifically stated otherwise, any new feature that improves or enhances existing services or any new service launched by the MHI Foundation will be subject to these terms and conditions. 

The fees required to use the Service (such as Internet connection fees) are your responsibility. It is also your responsibility to obtain and maintain the equipment necessary for access. You are responsible for ensuring your connection is secure and that your devices have up-to-date software and security measures. 

The MHI Foundation is committed to protecting your privacy and personal information in accordance with applicable privacy legislation, including Quebec’s Act Respecting the Protection of Personal Information in the Private Sector, Canada’s Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA), and the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) where applicable. 

Please consult the site’s Privacy Policy to learn about how your personal information is collected, used, and protected. By using this site, you consent to the collection and processing of your personal information as described in the Privacy Policy. 

All content on this site is provided for informational and educational purposes only. It is not intended to be used for making financial, medical, or legal decisions. The MHI Foundation recommends consulting appropriate professionals for personalized advice. 

You are solely responsible for any decisions or actions taken based on the information available on this site. The MHI Foundation is not liable for any direct or indirect damages resulting from the use of this information. The content may not always reflect the most up-to-date information. 

The MHI Foundation does not guarantee the accuracy, completeness, or reliability of the information provided on this site. Opinions presented on the site do not necessarily reflect the views of the MHI Foundation. 

No content on this site should be used to make medical decisions (diagnosis, treatment, etc.). The information provided does not replace consultation with a licensed healthcare professional. The MHI Foundation cannot be held responsible for any decision or action taken based on health-related content from this site. 

The health information and services provided on this site come from various sources and are regularly updated. Despite our best efforts, the MHI Foundation cannot guarantee that the information is complete, accurate, or ​​​​up-to-date at all times. 

Users should verify the information independently before making any decisions. The MHI Foundation, its directors, employees, and legal representatives are not liable for any consequences resulting from the inaccuracy or incompleteness of information on this site. 

This site may contain links to external websites and resources. Since the MHI Foundation has no control over these external sites, it cannot guarantee their availability or accuracy. The MHI Foundation assumes no responsibility for the content, advertisements, products, or services offered on these external sites. 

Users should exercise discretion and assume all risks when relying on content from external sources. We encourage you to review the privacy policies and terms of these external websites. 

The MHI Foundation may establish general rules and limits for the use of the Service, including: 

• The maximum number of days of inactivity allowed before access is restricted;
• The maximum number of access sessions during a given period;
• The maximum duration of each access session. 

These rules may be modified at any time without notice. 

The MHI Foundation reserves the right to modify or temporarily or permanently interrupt all or part of the Service at any time without notice. The MHI Foundation is not liable for any modification, suspension, or discontinuation of the Service. 

All content on this site—including text, images, logos, and software—is protected by copyright and intellectual property laws. Users may download content for personal use but may not reproduce, distribute, or modify it for commercial purposes without prior written permission from the MHI Foundation. 

It is prohibited to: 

• Copy, modify, or distribute content from this site for commercial purposes;
• Reverse-engineer or disassemble any software on this site;
• Use modified versions of the site’s software for unauthorized purposes. 

This site and the Service are provided “as is” and “as available” without warranties of any kind. The MHI Foundation does not guarantee that: 

• The Service will be uninterrupted, timely, or error-free;
• The information on the site is complete or reliable;
• Any defects in the site’s software will be corrected. 

Users assume full responsibility for risks associated with downloading materials from the site. 

To the fullest extent permitted by law, the MHI Foundation is not liable for any direct or indirect damages, including: 

• Loss of profits, data, or goodwill;
• Unauthorized access to or alteration of your transmissions or data;
• Any other matter related to the use of this site or the Service. 

These Terms of Use are governed by the laws of Quebec, Canada. Any dispute arising from these terms will be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts in the Judicial District of Montreal. 

Users agree to resolve any disputes through arbitration or mediation before pursuing formal legal action. 

These Terms of Use constitute the entire agreement between the MHI Foundation and the user regarding the Service. If any provision is found to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions will remain in full force and effect. 

The MHI Foundation reserves the right to modify these terms and conditions at any time and without prior notice. The Terms of Use were last updated in February 2025.

If you have any questions, please contact: 

MHI Foundation 
5000 Bélanger Street 
Montreal, Quebec, H1T 1C8 
Email: ficmdon@icm-mhi.org  

Telephone: 514-593-2525 
Toll-Free: 1-877-518-2525