THE WORKPLACE INVESTIGATION BOOTCAMP ONLINE PROGRAM AGREEMENT

Welcome to The Workplace Investigation Bootcamp – Investigations with Integrity. This Online Program Agreement (“Agreement”) is between Saira Gangji of hrology (“Course Creator”) and the registered participant of the Program (“Client”), collectively the “Parties”. This Agreement sets out the expectations for what it will be like for Client to participate in The Workplace Investigation Bootcamp, an online program created and provided by Saira Gangji of hrology (“Program”). For mutual consideration, the receipt and sufficiency of which is hereby acknowledged, the Parties agree to the terms and conditions set out below.

By registering for the Program, Client confirms that they have read, understood and agreed to accept all of the terms and conditions in this Agreement.

TERMS OF AGREEMENT

Term

Course Creator will provide the Program, beginning on the purchase date of the Program and Client will receive lifetime access to the online Program materials, beginning on the purchase date (“Term”).

“Lifetime access” means for as long as Course Creator offers the Program. If Course Creator wishes to discontinue and | or cancel the Program, Client will be notified in writing ninety (90) days in advance of the cancellation or discontinuation of the Program, and Client will not receive any refund of the Fees paid to Course Creator, whether or not Client participated in the Program.

Online Program

Client is purchasing Course Creator’s Program, The Workplace Investigation Bootcamp.

Program Elements

Course Creator will provide Client with the following elements as part of the online Program (collectively, “Program Elements”):

6 modules of content
- Module One: Welcome to the Workplace Investigation Bootcamp
- Module Two: Foundations of Workplace Investigations
- Module Three: Planning a Workplace Investigation
- Module Four: Investigating and Interviewing
- Module Five: Analyze, Come to Findings & Conclusions
- Module Six: Restore the Workplace

33 videos, 6 workbooks, 23 text lessons (PDF), 5 assessments to test your knowledge,17 downloadable and customizable templates
Access to The Workplace Investigation Bootcamp FB Community where Client can ask questions and get support
Bonus One: a quick reference guide and a master list of all the tools, templates, and checklists in the course, a sample Workplace Investigation Report

Course Creator has the sole discretion to update, add, or delete Program Elements from time to time and without providing notice to Client.

CLIENT EXPECTATIONS

Client Behaviour

It is expected that Client will be respectful and cooperative towards Course Creator and to fellow participants in any online public or private forums included as part of the Program. If at any time Course Creator, in their sole discretion, determines that Client is not acting in accordance with these expectations, Course Creator will provide written notice of termination of the Agreement effective immediately, without refund, and any payments owing towards the Fee will immediately become due.

Non-Disparagement

Client will not make any false, disparaging, or derogatory comments or statements in public or private regarding Course Creator, its employees or agents. Course Creator may, in its sole discretion, terminate this Agreement in the event Client is in breach of this section.

FEES AND PAYMENT

Fee and Payment

The total fee for the Program is $1,497.00 (less any applicable discounts) payable in CAD plus all applicable sales taxes (“Fee”) if paid in full upon registration. Otherwise, Client has the option to pay $749.00 payable in CAD plus all applicable sales taxes (“Fee”) if paid in accordance with the payment plan set out below. Client understands that $499.00 of the Fee (“Deposit”) is required upon purchase of the Program.

Payment Due Date

$749.00 CAD Deposit (less any applicable discounts) DUE UPON PURCHASE

$749.00 CAD (less any applicable discounts) FIRST INSTALLMENT – DUE WITHIN 30 DAYS OF PURCHASE AND DEPOSIT

Fees for Additional Services

Course Creator’s hourly rate is $300.00 CAD plus all applicable sales taxes.

Any Services outside of the scope of the Program set out in this Agreement will be considered Additional Services. Additional Services requested by Client will be charged to Client at the hourly rate set out above, or as may otherwise agreed upon by the Parties in writing.

At any time during the Term, Client may request the following additional services from Course Creator (“Additional Services*”):

Coaching or consulting call
Workplace Investigation Services and support
Workplace Assessment Services and support

*Subject to Course Creator’s availability and Client jurisdiction

Payment Method

For the Program, Course Creator accepts payment by Stripe.

For Additional Services, Course Creator accepts payment cheque or by e-transfer (info@hrology.ca).

Please note that there may be processing fees charged for using certain payment methods.

No Chargebacks

Client acknowledges and agrees that the terms of this Agreement and Course Creator’s termination and refund policies supersede the terms of use and refund policies of any third-party payment processor used by Course Creator. Client will be responsible for any fees, including legal fees, incurred by Course Creator as a result of recouping payments owing under this Agreement.

Late Payments

If any payment is not received on the payment due date, Course Creator may revoke access to Program until any outstanding payment is received in full.

CANCELLATION AND REFUNDS

Cancellation by Client

In the event Client wishes to cancel the Program at any time, Client will not receive any refund of the Fees paid to Course Creator, whether or not Client participated in the Program.

Cancellation by Course Creator

Client will receive lifetime access to the online Program materials, beginning on the purchase date (“Term”).

Sale of Business

In the event of sale of business (including the Program), Course Creator will provide 90 days written notice to Client of such change.

No Refunds

As this is an online Program and all materials are accessible to Client upon purchase, Client is not entitled to any refund of the Fee, including the Deposit. Course Creator may provide a conditional (partial or full) refund where Client demonstrates Client has completed the course and does not have a clear plan and roadmap to approach their next workplace investigation (within 30-days of purchase). Any refunds issued will be at Course Creator’s sole discretion, to be appropriate and in an amount to be determined by Course Creator on a case-by-case basis.

Termination of Agreement

This Agreement will end when Client has paid the Fee in full to Course Creator and Course Creator has provided the Program as set out in this Agreement. Any provisions that survive the termination of this Agreement will remain in full force.

CONFIDENTIALITY AND PRIVACY

Confidentiality and Non-Disclosure

Client understands that as part of the Program, certain confidential information may be disclosed either orally or in writing. For the purpose of this Agreement, “Confidential Information” means information that is of value and is treated as confidential and proprietary by its owner, and includes but is not limited to, Program Elements, Program materials, coaching materials, business records, financial data, marketing strategies, advertising campaigns, social media account metrics, passwords, inventions, client lists, personal data, health history and data, intellectual property, trade secrets and the contents of this Agreement (“Confidential Information”). Client agrees not to disclose to any other person or entity or make use of the Confidential Information without the express written consent of the other, except to the extent that such disclosure is necessary to carry out their duties under this Agreement or as required by law. At the end of the Term or early cancellation of this Agreement, each Party will remain bound by their duty of confidentiality to the other.

Privacy Policy

Course Creator may collect personal information during the Term, including Client name, address, email address, phone number, billing information, financial and business information, or other personal information (“Personal Information”). By providing any Personal Information to Course Creator, Client consents and grants Course Creator permission to use and store such information in order to facilitate the Program. Client acknowledges and consents to the use of technology, telephones, e-mails, applications and third-party platforms that use video and audio, such as but not limited to, Zoom, and third-party payment providers to be used by Course Creator in order to deliver the Program. Client confirms Course Creator is not responsible for the terms and policies of any third-party platforms and it is Client’s responsibility to review third-party privacy policies and terms and conditions.

Membership Security

When you purchase the Program, you are provided with a system-generated username and password to access the membership platform, tools and resources. It is your responsibility to protect your username and password from theft or any other means of unauthorized use that would violate the terms of this Agreement. If you become aware that your password has been compromised, or your account has been breached, it is your responsibility to notify us immediately by emailing us at info@hrology.ca.

INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY

Ownership and Use of Materials

Client acknowledges that all content and materials used and distributed in providing the Program, including any content, videos or resources on Course Creator’s website, social media platforms and member portal (“Materials”) belongs exclusively to Course Creator, who is the sole copyright owner of the Materials, unless stated otherwise. By receiving any unique and original materials from Course Creator as part of the Services, Course Creator will grant a limited non-exclusive royalty-free license to Client for their use only and as directed by Course Creator. Client is strictly prohibited from reproducing any part of the written, video, and audio digital materials or sharing them with others without Course Creator’s explicit permission to do so. Client may not assign or transfer their obligations or rights granted under this section to any person at any time. Course Creator reserves the right at any time to revoke the license and terminate Client’s access to the Program at any time if Course Creator, in our sole discretion, discovers or determines that Client has violated these terms. All of Course Creator's intellectual property, including copyrighted materials and trademarks, will remain the sole property of Course Creator.

Recordings

Client will not capture any of the Program sessions in any way, including but not limited to video recording, photography, voice recording or screenshots. Any recordings provided by Course Creator will be for Client’s own use only and Client agrees they will not duplicate or share the recordings with any other person.

RELEASE, INDEMNITY AND WAIVER

PLEASE READ CAREFULLY. It is important Client fully understands that there are risks associated with the Program, and ask questions as needed. Client acknowledges and understands that they are waiving certain legal rights by signing this Agreement.

Voluntary Assumption of Risks

Client acknowledges there are certain inherent risks associated with Course Creator providing the Program, including, but not limited to financial, physical, emotional, spiritual loss and legal damages and Client voluntarily assumes such risks by purchasing the Program. Client expressly acknowledges that the dangers and risks associated with the Program listed here are not complete. Should Client have any concerns or doubts about ability to participate or receive Course Creator’s Services, Client will contact Course Creator immediately to inform them of any concerns. Client confirms they have full capacity and are the age of majority in their jurisdiction of residence to enter into this Agreement.

Release, Waiver, and Indemnity

Client releases, indemnifies and saves harmless Course Creator, its directors, officers, agents, employees, contractors, volunteers, heirs, executors, administrators, successors, and assigns, as applicable (collectively, “Released Parties”) from any and all liability and damages arising from the Program, including financial damages or personal injuries, however caused, including negligence, during Client’s engagement of Course Creator for the Program. Client further agrees to forfeit all forms of legal recourse which may be available to Client, including but not limited to any form of damages, costs, losses or expenses as a result of the Services. Client acknowledges this release of liability is binding on Client’s heirs, executors and anyone else who may be able to bring a legal action on Client’s behalf in the future. This clause survives the expiration or early termination of this Agreement.

Limitation of Liability

In the event Course Creator is found liable for any reason for damages arising directly or indirectly from this Agreement, liability will be limited to the greatest extent possible in the governing jurisdiction and in no case exceed the Fee paid by Client to Course Creator.

No Warranty

Client acknowledges Course Creator makes no warranty or guarantees that the Program will lead to any specific Client goal, financial success, particular outcomes and | or results and Course Creator makes no promise that each Client will experience the same or similar results. Client acknowledges that the Program provided is provided without any express or implied warranties of any kind.

General Disclaimer

The Program provided by Course Creator is strictly for informational and educational purposes only. Client acknowledges and agrees that Course Creator is not providing specific advice to Client with respect to their legal, financial, accounting, health or other advice as part of the Program. If Client desires professional services that exceed the scope of the Program, Course Creator strongly encourages Client to seek specific legal, business, accounting, or health advice from certified and/or licensed professionals. No specific client-professional relationship is formed as part of the Program. In the event Client wishes to hire Course Creator for additional professional services, Client must contact Course Creator to inquire about entering into a separate agreement with Course Creator, and Client understands that no specific advice or relationship is formed until Course Creator is retained in their professional capacity.

No Earnings Guarantee

Client acknowledges Course Creator makes no warranty or guarantee that Services will lead to any specific earnings, business growth or financial results, particular outcomes and | or results or that Client will experience the same or similar results as others who use the Program.

Media Release

Client grants to Course Creator an irrevocable, worldwide, perpetual and unrestricted right to use any media, such as photographs, video, audio recordings, testimonial or social media posts, whether captured by Client, Course Creator or third party in relation to this Agreement and for any lawful purpose, including in its online or printed advertising or marketing materials and on all social media platforms, with or without reference to Client and without further notice, grant of permission or right to any financial compensation.

GENERAL

Relationship of Parties

Nothing in this Agreement will be understood to create an employment, joint venture or partnership relationship between Course Creator and Client.

Third-Party Authorization

Course Creator is permitted to hire, in their sole discretion, assistants, employees or third-party contractors to assist in delivering the Program.

Good Faith

Each Party agrees it has acted in good faith and will continue to do so during the Term of this Agreement. This extends to good faith during any dispute resolution process.

Governing Law and Jurisdiction

This Agreement is governed by and interpreted in accordance with the laws of Alberta and the federal laws of Canada where applicable. Any disputes arising directly or indirectly from this Agreement will be submitted and heard exclusively in the courts of Calgary, Alberta.

Dispute Resolution

In the event of any dispute arises between the Parties in relation to this Agreement or a breach of this Agreement and the dispute is not resolved by negotiation, the Parties agree to submit the dispute for mediation prior to pursuing any other available remedy in relation to the dispute. The Parties may agree to virtual mediation, when available.

Force Majeure

Neither Party will be responsible for delays resulting from causes beyond their reasonable control, including without limitation fire, explosion, floods, storms, pandemics, state of emergency, hazardous situations, war, strike, or riot, and either Party may choose to excuse themselves from further performance of their obligations under this Agreement if such occurrence materially affects the performance of Services. The Party relying on Force Majeure will give the other Party reasonable notice of their desire to terminate or suspend the Services. Notwithstanding, all payments owing for Services rendered will remain due and payable with such amount to be determined by Course Creator.

Notice

Any notice to be given under this Agreement must be directed to the other Party using the contact information first set out above or as may otherwise be directed (“Notice”). For the purposes of this Agreement, e-mail will be considered sufficient for delivery of Notice. Notice will be deemed to be delivered on the date and time when the Notice is sent.

No Assignment

This Agreement may not be assigned by Client to any other party.

Severability

If any of the provisions of this Agreement are found to be invalid, illegal or unenforceable, the validity, legality and enforceability of the remaining provisions will not, to the extent permitted by law, in any way be affected and will remain enforceable.

Waiver of Breach

The waiver by one Party of any breach of this Agreement by the other Party will not be taken to be a waiver of any future breaches by the breaching Party. The non-breaching Party reserves the right to exercise or enforce their rights at a later date.

Amendments

The Parties may only amend this Agreement by mutual written agreement.

Survival

Any term of this Agreement which addresses performance or observance following the early termination or expiration of this Agreement will survive and will continue to be in full force and effect. All things considered confidential during the Term will survive and always remain confidential.

Full Agreement

This Agreement constitutes the full agreement between the Parties and supersedes any prior negotiation, understanding or Agreement between the Parties, whether oral or written, on the matters contained in this Agreement.

Electronic Confirmation of Acceptance

By electronically confirming acknowledgement and acceptance of this Agreement, Client confirms they accept the terms and conditions set out above and that this will constitute a signed and legally binding Agreement.

Last updated on November 29, 2023