Terms of Use

Thank you for visiting the Tideline Youth Mental Health Research website. This page covers the basics of using our website, what it's for, what you can do with what's here, and what we're responsible for.

User Conduct

You agree not to:

• Use the website for unlawful or harmful purposes.

• Attempt to interfere with website functionality or security.

• Submit false or misleading information through website forms.

External Links and Third-Party Tools

The website may contain links to third-party sites such as partner organizations, publications, or other tools including maps, calendar integration, form tools, and event management. Tideline Youth Mental Health Research is not responsible for the content or privacy practices of external websites or tools. We encourage you to review their privacy practices before providing data through these services.

Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, Tideline Youth Mental Health Research is not liable for damages arising from the use or inability to use this website.

  • By accessing or using the Tideline Youth Mental Health Research website, you agree to these Terms of Use. If you do not agree, please do not use the site. If you do not agree, please do not use the site.

  • The Tideline Youth Mental Health Research website provides information about our work, research activities, partnerships, and events. Content provided is for informational and communication purposes only.

  • Unless otherwise noted, content on this website, including text, graphics, reports, and media, is owned by or licensed to Tideline Youth Mental Health Research led by Dr. Lori Wozney. You may use content for non-commercial, educational, or informational purposes with appropriate attribution and a reference link to its original location within the Tideline Youth Mental Health Research website. Any other use requires explicit permission.

Disclaimer

We strive to keep information accurate and up to date, but we do not guarantee completeness or accuracy at all times. Use of this website does not itself constitute participation in formal research. Nothing on this website constitutes medical, mental health, legal, or professional advice. If you or someone you know is experiencing a mental health or addictions crisis, please reach out to 24/7 crisis services (Provincial Mental Health and Addictions Crisis Line or National Suicide Crisis Helpline 988) or your local emergency services (e.g., go to an emergency department or contact 911). For information on crisis mental health services in Nova Scotia, click here

What Information We Collect

We collect limited information to support communication, engagement, and understanding of how our work is experienced. We collect only the information needed for the purpose described at the point of collection. We do not use interactive features to intentionally identify individuals.

How We Use Information

Information collected through the website may be used to:

• Share information about Tideline’s work, research activities, and events.

• Support participation in events, research, and communications.

• Improve the clarity, accessibility, and usefulness of website content and interactive features.

• Understand general patterns of engagement with content and visualizations.

Information collected through interactive features is used only in an aggregated, non identifying

way and is not used as research data.

Cookies and Analytics

We use cookies and similar technologies to improve site functionality, understand how visitors use the website, and manage user preferences (such as cookie consent choices).

We respect applicable privacy laws such as GDPR and CCPA, and use a cookie consent management system that gives you control over non-essential cookies. These technologies will not be activated until you have provided consent, where required by law.

• Cookies and trackers may include:

• Functional cookies (necessary for site operation)

• Preference cookies (to remember settings)

Analytics cookies (anonymous usage tracking)

You can change or withdraw your consent at any time using the consent settings on this

page or through your browser settings.

Changes to Terms

We may update these Terms and Conditions from time to time. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised date.

Governing Law

These Terms and Conditions are governed by the laws of the province of Nova Scotia and the laws of the country of Canada applicable therein.

Contact

For questions about these Terms, please contact tideline@dal.ca