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Terms Of Service

These Terms of Service (“Terms”) govern your access to and use of https://trade-finder.com/ (the “Website”), which is owned and operated by 1001094297 Ontario INC.“we”, “us”, “our”).

By accessing or using the Website, you agree to be bound by these Terms and any of our Privacy Policies. If you do not agree, you must not use the Website.

1. Purpose of the Website

The primary purpose of Trade-Finder.com is to serve as a centralized and accessible platform dedicated to connecting students, young people, and recent graduates in Ontario with opportunities in the skilled trades. These opportunities may include—but are not limited to—apprenticeships, internships, co-op placements, entry-level employment, trade school programs, undergraduate and postgraduate training programs, and other career development initiatives relevant to the trades.

The Website is designed to address the growing demand for skilled trades workers in Ontario by facilitating awareness, access, and connections between aspiring tradespeople and reputable organizations, institutions, and employers. Trade-Finder.com aims to eliminate barriers to entry and help users make informed career decisions by offering a curated directory of opportunities, application tools, educational content, and optional training and development modules.

Trade-Finder.com also serves as a hub for organizations, companies, unions, schools, and government-backed programs to post legitimate trade-related roles and initiatives targeted toward Ontario youth and emerging professionals. By bridging the gap between supply and demand, the platform promotes workforce development and supports Ontario’s broader economic and skills development goals.

Please note that Trade-Finder.com is not involved in hiring decisions or employment relationships. The platform merely facilitates introductions and the exchange of information between the relevant parties.

2. Neutral Platform Disclaimer

Trade-Finder.com is a neutral, third-party platform that facilitates the sharing of information between individuals seeking trade-related opportunities and organizations offering such opportunities within Ontario. We do not operate as an employment agency, recruitment firm, educational institution, staffing service, or government body.

By using this Website, you expressly acknowledge and agree that:

  • No Employment Relationship: Trade-Finder.com is not a party to, nor does it create or facilitate, any employment, internship, apprenticeship, educational, or contractual relationship between users of the Website. Any such arrangements are made independently and exclusively between the user and the third-party organization.
  • No Endorsement or Vetting: We do not screen, verify, or endorse the qualifications, credentials, background, or intentions of any users, whether they be students/applicants or employers/organizations. Likewise, we do not evaluate or guarantee the legitimacy, safety, or compliance of any job posting, program, or training opportunity listed on the Website.
  • No Guarantee of Suitability: We make no representations regarding the suitability, compatibility, or outcomes of any position, applicant, or training opportunity. Users must conduct their own due diligence before engaging with third parties found through the platform.
  • No Oversight or Supervision: Trade-Finder.com does not oversee, monitor, or supervise the actual recruitment, hiring, training, or educational processes that may arise from use of the platform. We are not responsible for resolving disputes between users or enforcing any agreements that may arise between them.
  • Independent Responsibility: All users—whether applicants or posting organizations—are solely responsible for complying with applicable employment standards, labour laws, human rights laws, professional standards, and any other laws or obligations that may apply to them based on their roles or activities.

Your use of this Website is entirely at your own risk, and you are responsible for taking appropriate precautions when engaging with third parties through the platform.

3. User Eligibility

To access and use Trade-Finder.com, you must meet the eligibility requirements outlined below. These requirements are designed to ensure the integrity, security, and lawful use of the Website by all participants.

3.1 Students, Applicants, and Job Seekers

You may use this Website to browse and apply for opportunities if you meet the following conditions:

  • You are at least 16 years of age;
  • You reside in Ontario, Canada or are otherwise legally eligible to apply for opportunities in Ontario;
  • You are a student, graduate, young professional, or other individual actively seeking opportunities related to the trades (e.g., apprenticeships, co-op programs, entry-level jobs, internships, post-secondary programs);
  • You are using the Website for lawful and personal career development purposes and not for commercial or deceptive activity;
  • You have the legal capacity to enter into binding agreements in accordance with applicable laws.

We reserve the right to request proof of age, identity, educational status, or residency to verify eligibility.

  • 3.2 Employers, Training Organizations, and Posting Entities

    You may use this Website to post positions, advertise training programs, or browse candidates if:

    • You are a legally registered business, educational institution, union, non-profit organization, or government agency operating in Ontario or offering opportunities in Ontario;
    • You are offering bona fide opportunities directly related to trades-based careers, education, or skill development;
    • You are authorized to post on behalf of your organization and have the necessary approvals or legal authority to do so;
    • You agree to use the Website in compliance with all applicable employment, human rights, privacy, and advertising laws;
    • You will not post misleading, false, discriminatory, or exploitative content.

    We reserve the right to reject, remove, or suspend any employer or organization that does not meet our eligibility requirements or whose postings are found to be inaccurate, unlawful, or harmful to users.

    3.3 General Use Restrictions

    All users must agree not to:

    • Create multiple accounts under false or misleading identities;
    • Use the Website to harass, exploit, or defraud other users;
    • Upload any content that violates applicable laws, infringes intellectual property rights, or contains malicious code;
    • Interfere with the operation, security, or integrity of the Website.

    We reserve the right to suspend or permanently ban any user who fails to meet the eligibility criteria or violates these Terms.

  • 4. Student & Applicant Conduct

    As a student, applicant, or job seeker using Trade-Finder.com, you are expected to conduct yourself in a professional, respectful, and honest manner at all times. By using the Website, you agree to comply with the following standards of conduct, which are intended to maintain the integrity of the platform and foster positive experiences for all users.

    4.1 Accurate and Honest Information

    You agree to:

    • Provide truthful, complete, and up-to-date information in your user profile, job applications, and communications;
    • Not impersonate another person or falsely claim credentials, experience, or eligibility for positions;
    • Promptly update your account or application materials if any material information changes.

    Misrepresentation may result in suspension or termination of your account.

    4.2 Professional Communication

    You agree to:

    • Communicate respectfully with all employers, institutions, or organizations through the platform;
    • Avoid the use of inappropriate, offensive, or abusive language;
    • Not harass, threaten, pressure, or otherwise make other users feel unsafe or uncomfortable.

    Trade-Finder.com may review communications in cases of complaint or misconduct.

    4.3 Application Conduct

    You agree to:

    • Apply only to positions for which you have a genuine interest and reasonable qualifications;
    • Not “spam” or submit multiple applications to the same posting without cause;
    • Withdraw from a job process professionally and promptly if your availability or interest changes.

    You acknowledge that submitting excessive, irrelevant, or dishonest applications may result in account restrictions.

    4.4 Respect for Opportunity Providers

    You agree to:

    • Treat employers and training organizations with the same respect you expect in return;
    • Honour interview appointments, training sessions, and application deadlines;
    • Not use the Website to gain access to sensitive information or commercial data under false pretenses.

    We reserve the right to take action, including account suspension, if applicants engage in harmful or exploitative behaviour.

  • 4.5 Use of Platform Features

    You agree to:

    • Use the platform only for its intended purpose—to explore and apply for trade-related roles and training opportunities;
    • Not misuse or attempt to manipulate search tools, messaging functions, or recommendation features for personal or commercial gain;
    • Not share or repost job listings or employer information outside the platform without prior written consent.

    5. Employer/Organization Conduct

    As an employer, union, training provider, educational institution, or other organization posting opportunities on Trade-Finder.com, you agree to maintain a high standard of integrity, legality, and professionalism. By using the Website, you agree to the following rules and responsibilities:

    5.1 Accurate Job and Program Listings

    You agree to:

    • Post only legitimate, bona fide opportunities related to trades, including jobs, internships, apprenticeships, co-op placements, or training programs;
    • Ensure that all information contained in your listings—such as role descriptions, responsibilities, compensation, eligibility, location, and duration—is truthful, complete, and not misleading;
    • Promptly update or remove postings that are no longer available or accurate.

    Misleading or deceptive job postings will result in removal and may lead to suspension or permanent banning from the platform.

    5.2 Legal Compliance

    You represent and warrant that:

    • You are a registered business or institution, legally authorized to operate in Ontario or provide trade-related opportunities within the province;
    • Your job postings and activities on the Website comply with all applicable employment standards, human rights, labour laws, and regulatory requirements;
    • You will not post or promote opportunities that are exploitative, unlawful, or discriminatory on the basis of race, gender, age, disability, religion, sexual orientation, or any other protected ground under Ontario law.

    We reserve the right to report illegal conduct or activity to the appropriate authorities.

    5.3 Ethical Engagement with Applicants

    You agree to:

    • Treat all applicants with fairness, dignity, and professionalism;
    • Not request any unlawful or unethical information from applicants, such as inappropriate personal details, financial contributions, or unpaid labour outside of legitimate training arrangements;
    • Respond to applications in a reasonable timeframe, especially when interviews are conducted or offers are extended;
    • Respect the confidentiality and privacy of applicant information and not use such data for unrelated marketing or third-party distribution.

    Failure to comply may result in reporting to regulatory bodies or removal from the platform.

    5.4 Platform Use Restrictions

    You agree to:

    • Use Trade-Finder.com only to post relevant and trade-related roles or programs;
    • Not use the platform to solicit products, collect data, advertise unrelated services, or engage in recruitment for non-trade-related positions;
    • Not create duplicate or fake job listings to manipulate visibility or mislead users;
    • Not engage in any behaviour that could be deemed as harassment, spamming, or commercial misuse.

  • 5.5 Organizational Representation

    You warrant that:

    • You are authorized to act on behalf of your organization, with full authority to post job opportunities and communicate with applicants;
    • You will not impersonate another company or institution or misrepresent your association with any third party.

    We reserve the right to request verification documents and to remove content or suspend accounts that fail to meet our eligibility and conduct standards.

    1. No Guarantees

    Trade-Finder.com is designed to facilitate the exchange of information between opportunity seekers and providers in the trades sector. However, you expressly acknowledge and agree that your use of the Website does not entitle you to any specific outcome or result. We do not—and cannot—guarantee any of the following:

    6.1 No Guarantee of Employment, Placement, or Acceptance

    We do not guarantee that:

    • Any user will be offered, selected for, or accepted into a position, apprenticeship, internship, co-op program, or training opportunity listed on the Website;
    • Any user will be contacted by an employer or receive a response to an application;
    • Any employer or program provider will successfully fill a listed position;
    • Any student or applicant will meet the qualifications, expectations, or timelines desired by an employer or institution.

    All hiring, admissions, and selection decisions are made independently by the participating third parties and not by Trade-Finder.com.

    6.2 No Guarantee of Opportunity Legitimacy or Outcomes

    While we strive to maintain the integrity of the platform, we do not independently verify or vet every listing or user. Accordingly, we do not guarantee:

    • The accuracy, legitimacy, lawfulness, or suitability of any job posting, training program, or listed organization;
    • That users or organizations will perform as described in their postings, profiles, or communications;
    • The quality of work experience, training, compensation, or career advancement offered through listed opportunities;
    • That listings will remain active or available for any given period of time.

    Users are responsible for conducting their own research and due diligence before engaging with third parties.

    6.3 No Guarantee of Platform Availability or Functionality

    We make no guarantee that:

    • The Website will be available, uninterrupted, or free from technical errors;
    • Any applications, communications, or documents submitted through the platform will be delivered, received, or stored securely;
    • Your use of the Website will yield successful connections or outcomes.

    Please keep personal records of your submissions and correspondence in case of system failure or data loss.

    6.4 Limited Liability

    We shall not be liable for:

    • Any failure by an employer to follow through with a position;
    • Any misconduct, misrepresentation, or negligence by any user;
    • Any damages, losses, or disputes arising from third-party arrangements initiated through the platform.

    All users access and use the Website at their own risk.

    1. Training & Development Programs

    As part of its mission to support access to skilled trades careers across Ontario, Trade-Finder.com may, from time to time, offer or facilitate training and development programs for users of the platform. These offerings are intended to complement job search tools and assist users in building the knowledge, skills, and confidence necessary to pursue a successful career in the trades.

    7.1 Nature of the Programs

    The training and development programs may include, but are not limited to:

    • Online or in-person workshops, webinars, and seminars;
    • Educational resources such as articles, guides, videos, and toolkits;
    • Interview preparation or resume-building support;
    • General career counselling, skills assessments, or industry insights;
    • Optional third-party offerings that may be promoted through the Website.

    Participation in these programs is entirely voluntary and is not required to use the core features of the platform.

    7.2 No Certification or Licensing

    Unless explicitly stated otherwise, participation in any training or development program through Trade-Finder.com:

    • Does not confer any formal certification, license, degree, or credential;
    • Does not qualify a user for any specific trade position or apprenticeship;
    • Is not accredited by any government or educational authority.

  • Users are responsible for verifying with regulatory bodies, unions, or training providers whether additional certifications or formal training are required to work in their trade of choice.

    7.3 No Guarantee of Results

    Participation in any training or development offering does not guarantee:

    • Admission into an apprenticeship or educational program;
    • Securing of employment or placement in a role;
    • Any particular level of skills improvement or readiness.

    These resources are offered strictly for informational and developmental purposes and should be used in conjunction with other personal and professional preparation.

    7.4 Third-Party Providers

    Some training programs or workshops may be offered in partnership with or hosted by third-party service providers. In such cases:

    • Trade-Finder.com does not control or assume responsibility for the content, pricing, conduct, or terms of participation in such programs;
    • Users are responsible for reviewing and agreeing to any separate terms and conditions presented by the third-party provider;
    • We make no representations or warranties regarding the quality, completeness, or accuracy of any third-party training resources.

    7.5 Platform Rights

    We reserve the right to:

    • Add, remove, suspend, or modify any training or development programs at any time without notice;
    • Restrict access to certain programs based on eligibility, capacity, or geographic limitations;
    • Discontinue or deny access to any user who misuses or disrupts the integrity of a training session or violates these Terms.
    1. Intellectual Property

    All intellectual property rights in and to the Trade-Finder.com platform, including its content, structure, design, branding, and underlying technology, are the exclusive property of Trade-Finder.com and/or its licensors. By accessing or using the Website, you agree to respect these intellectual property rights and refrain from any unauthorized use.

    8.1 Ownership

    Unless otherwise expressly stated, all content on the Website—including but not limited to:

    • Text, logos, icons, images, graphics, videos, animations, audio clips, layouts, and code;
    • Job listings, training materials, and platform-generated content;
    • Trademarks, service marks, trade names, and domain names—

    is the intellectual property of Trade-Finder.com, its partners, or licensors and is protected under Canadian and international copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.

    8.2 Limited License to Use the Website

    We grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable, and revocable license to access and use the Website and its contents for your personal, non-commercial purposes in accordance with these Terms.

    You may:

    • Browse listings and program offerings;
    • Submit job applications or post listings (if authorized);
    • Download or print a reasonable amount of content for personal use only.

    This license does not include any right to:

    • Copy, reproduce, modify, publish, broadcast, distribute, display, sell, or license any part of the Website or its content;
    • Reverse-engineer, decompile, or attempt to extract the source code of any software used on the Website;
    • Use our trademarks or branding without our prior written consent.

    8.3 User-Generated Content

    By submitting content to the Website—such as job listings, resumes, application materials, messages, feedback, or other data—you represent and warrant that:

    • You have the full legal right and authority to post such content;
    • Your content does not infringe any third-party rights, including intellectual property, confidentiality, or privacy rights.

    You grant Trade-Finder.com a non-exclusive, worldwide, royalty-free, perpetual license to use, host, store, reproduce, display, and distribute your submitted content for the purposes of operating and improving the Website and providing services to other users.

  • We reserve the right to remove any user-submitted content that we believe violates these Terms or any applicable law, in our sole discretion.

    8.4 Third-Party Content and Trademarks

    The Website may contain third-party content or trademarks, including names and logos of employers, schools, training organizations, or other partners. Such content is:

    • Used with permission or under license;
    • The intellectual property of its respective owner(s); and
    • Not to be reproduced or used without express consent from the applicable owner.

    Trade-Finder.com does not grant you any right or license to use any third-party trademarks or content, except as explicitly permitted under applicable law.

    8.5 Infringement Complaints

    If you believe that your intellectual property rights have been infringed by content posted on Trade-Finder.com, please contact us immediately at info@trade-finder.com with:

    • A description of the alleged infringement;
    • Evidence of your ownership or rights;
    • The specific content or URL in question.

    We take intellectual property matters seriously and will promptly investigate and respond in accordance with applicable laws.

    1. Account Termination

    Trade-Finder.com reserves the right to suspend, restrict, or terminate access to the Website and related services at any time, with or without notice, and for any reason deemed appropriate in our sole discretion. This includes, but is not limited to, situations involving violation of these Terms, unlawful conduct, or activity that undermines the safety or trust of the platform.

    9.1 Grounds for Termination or Suspension

    Your account may be suspended or terminated if you:

    • Breach or violate any provision of these Terms of Service;
    • Provide false, incomplete, or misleading information in your profile, applications, postings, or communications;
    • Harass, abuse, impersonate, or threaten other users or staff;
    • Use the Website for any illegal, fraudulent, discriminatory, or unethical purposes;
    • Submit or facilitate the posting of inappropriate, misleading, or exploitative job listings or applications;
    • Engage in scraping, data mining, hacking, or any other activity that could impair or disrupt the platform;
    • Repeatedly violate platform guidelines or engage in conduct inconsistent with the Website’s mission or community standards.

    We reserve the right to immediately deactivate your account and remove associated content from the platform.

    9.2 Consequences of Termination

    If your account is terminated:

    • Your access to the Website and its services will be immediately revoked;
    • Any content you have submitted, including listings, messages, and documents, may be permanently deleted from our system;
    • You will not be entitled to any refund (if applicable) or reinstatement unless otherwise explicitly agreed;
    • You may be prohibited from re-registering or creating a new account under a different identity.

    We are not liable for any loss or inconvenience resulting from the suspension or termination of your account.

    9.3 Voluntary Account Closure

    You may close your account at any time by contacting us at [Insert Contact Email] or using the account settings provided (if available). Please note:

    • Upon account closure, you will lose access to your user dashboard, history, and any stored application or listing data;
    • Your information may remain in our system for compliance, security, or archival purposes as outlined in any of our Privacy Policies.

    9.4 DiscretionaryEnforcement

    Trade-Finder.com is not obligated to monitor all platform activity but reserves the right to investigate and take action when violations or misconduct are suspected. The enforcement of these Terms and any resulting account action shall be at our sole and absolute discretion.

    1. Privacy

    Your use of the Website is also governed by our applicable privacy policies, which outline how we collect, use, disclose, and protect information provided through the platform.

    • If you are an individual user (such as a student, applicant, or job seeker), your personal information is governed by our Privacy Policy for Individual Users.
    • If you are an employer, educational institution, training provider, or organization, your use of the platform and any business-related or user-submitted data is governed by our Privacy & Data Policy for Organizations.

    We encourage all users to carefully review the applicable policy before using the Website. By continuing to access or use the Website, you acknowledge and agree to the terms set out in the applicable privacy policy.

    1. Disclaimer of Warranties and Platform Availability

    Trade-Finder.com and all services, features, and content made available through the Website are provided on an “as is,” “as available,” and “where is” basis. To the fullest extent permitted by law, we make no warranties, representations, or guarantees of any kind—express, implied, or statutory—regarding the performance, reliability, accuracy, security, or availability of the Website or its content.

    11.1 No Warranties

    Without limiting the generality of the foregoing, we specifically disclaim all warranties, including but not limited to:

    • Implied warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, title, and non-infringement;
    • Warranties arising from course of dealing, usage, or trade practice;
    • Any warranty that the Website will meet your specific needs, expectations, or business outcomes.

    We do not warrant that:

    • The Website will function uninterrupted, error-free, or securely at all times;
    • The content, data, or results obtained from the Website will be accurate, complete, or reliable;
    • Any defects or issues will be corrected, or that the Website will be free from viruses, malware, or other harmful components.

    11.2 Platform Availability

    You understand and agree that:

    • We do not guarantee uninterrupted or continuous access to the Website or its services;
    • Access to the Website may be suspended, delayed, or unavailable at any time due to maintenance, updates, technical issues, system outages, force majeure events, or third-party service disruptions;
    • We may modify, limit, suspend, or permanently discontinue any feature, functionality, or content of the Website at any time, without notice or liability to you;
    • You are solely responsible for maintaining backup copies of any content or submissions you upload to the Website.

    We will make reasonable efforts to maintain general accessibility but shall not be liable for any downtime, delay, or loss resulting from circumstances beyond our reasonable control.

    11.3 User Responsibility and Risk

    You assume full responsibility and risk for:

    • Your use of and reliance on the Website and its content;
    • Any decisions you make or actions you take based on the information obtained through the platform;
    • Any communications or transactions you enter into with third parties found through the Website.

    You agree that Trade-Finder.com is not liable for any loss or damage that may result from your use of the Website, including loss of data, opportunity, business interruption, or personal injury, even if we have been advised of the possibility of such damages.

    11.4 Jurisdictional Limitations

    Some jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion of certain warranties or the limitation of certain liabilities. In such cases, the above disclaimers may not fully apply to you, and your rights may vary depending on the applicable laws of the Province of Ontario and the federal laws of Canada.

    1. Limitation of Liability

    To the fullest extent allowed by law, Trade-Finder.com and its owners, employees, agents, partners, and affiliates (the “Trade-Finder Team”) are not responsible for any loss, damage, or harm that results from your use of the Website.

    This includes, but is not limited to:

    • Loss of data, business, income, or opportunities;
    • Issues with job applications, interviews, or training programs;
    • Misconduct or misrepresentations by other users (employers or applicants);
    • Technical problems, outages, errors, or interruptions in service;
    • Viruses or harmful content that may affect your device or data.

12.1 We Don’t Control User Behavior

Trade-Finder.com is a platform only. We do not control or guarantee the behavior of students, applicants, employers, or other organizations using the Website. We are not responsible for any agreements, interviews, hiring, or training outcomes that happen off-platform.

You are responsible for doing your own checks before working with any third party.

12.2 Use at Your Own Risk

You use the Website at your own risk. We do not guarantee that the Website will always be available, free from errors, or secure. We cannot promise that every job or opportunity posted is legitimate or suitable for you.

12.3 Our Liability is Limited

If something goes wrong, the most we may be required to pay you—if at all—is the greater of $100 CAD or the amount you paid us in the past 12 months (if any).

12.4 You Agree to Protect Us

If you do something that causes a legal claim or loss against Trade-Finder.com (for example, by violating these Terms or posting false information), you agree to take responsibility and cover any related costs, including legal fees.

  1. Modifications

We may update these Terms from time to time. Updates will be posted on this page with the effective date. Continued use of the Website constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms.

  1. Governing Law

These Terms and your use of the Website shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the Province of Ontario and the federal laws of Canada applicable therein. You agree to submit to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of Ontario, Canada.

Questions or Concerns?
Please contact us at:info@trade-finder.com