Terms and conditions

Last updated 22/05/2024

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing and using the Ontario Fishing Permits website ("the Site"), you accept and agree to be bound by these Terms of Service ("Terms"). If you do not agree to these Terms, please do not use the Site.

2. Description of service

Ontario Fishing Permits provides an online service assisting individuals in applying for a fishing licence in Ontario. We facilitate the collection and processing of your information to submit your application and accept online payments for the same. The Ontario Fishing Permits service is exclusively for the issuance of new Outdoors Cards and new fishing licences. As a third-party service provider, please be aware that we do not have the capability to access or modify any existing accounts or licences.

We provide an easy-to-use online form for customers to submit their personal information. This form is designed to be straightforward, eliminating the confusion and complexity typically associated with government forms.

Upon completing the form, customers can make a payment directly on our website. This payment includes the cost of the Outdoors Card and fishing licence as stipulated by the Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry, along with a nominal service fee. This fee is our charge for the convenience and efficiency of our service and is included in the total amount payable at checkout.

Once the form and payment are completed, our team takes over. We act as an intermediary, entering the provided data into the government's official application system. This step is performed with precision and diligence, ensuring all information is accurately transferred.

After the Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry approves the fishing licence, we promptly email a copy to the applicant. This digital copy serves as a record and confirmation of the licence obtained through our service.

3. Authorisation to apply on behalf of application

By using the services of Ontario Fishing Permits, you, as the applicant, explicitly grant us the authority to apply for a fishing licence on your behalf with the Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry. This authorisation is a crucial component of our service, enabling us to act as your representative in the application process. You affirm that all information provided is accurate and complete, and you expressly authorise us to submit the fishing licence application using the details you have supplied. It is your responsibility to ensure that the information you provide is up-to-date and truthful. You certify that the information provided in this application is accurate and complete and that you are aware that it is an offence to make a false statement on this application. You also understand that licences obtained in reliance on false or misleading information are void and invalid for use. Additionally, you confirm that you do not have an existing Outdoors Card. By submitting your application through our platform, you are providing clear and explicit consent for Ontario Fishing Permits to act on your behalf in all matters related to the application for your Ontario fishing licence.

3. Independent status

It is crucial to understand that Ontario Fishing Permits is not affiliated, associated, or endorsed by the Province of Ontario or the Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry or any other official governing body responsible for issuing fishing licences. We are an independent entity, offering a supplementary service to facilitate the application process.

4 Data collection and privacy

We collect personal information including, but not limited to, your name, email address, residential address, and date of birth.

All personal data will be treated with the utmost confidentiality and will not be shared with third parties except where necessary to process your application or if required by law.

Our Privacy policy, incorporated by reference into these Terms, provides detailed information about how we handle and protect your personal data.

5. Payment

Payment for services provided by Ontario Fishing Permits must be made online.

We use secure and trusted payment gateways for processing transactions. Your payment information is never stored on our servers.

6. Disclaimers

Ontario Fishing Permits is an independent entity and is not affiliated, associated, authorised, endorsed by, or in any way officially connected with the Province of Ontario or the the Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry, or any of its subsidiaries or affiliates.

While we aim to provide accurate and timely information, Ontario Fishing Permits makes no representations or warranties about the completeness, accuracy, reliability, or suitability of the information provided.

Users apply for their fishing licenses at their own risk. Ontario Fishing Permits shall not be responsible for any errors, omissions, or issues arising from the application process.

7. Limitation of Liability

In no event shall Ontario Fishing Permits, its employees, or affiliates be liable for any direct, indirect, special, consequential or punitive damages arising out of or connected with the use of its services or the Site.

8. Termination

Ontario Fishing Permits reserves the right to terminate or suspend access to the Site or any part thereof, without notice, for any reason.

9. Changes to Terms and conditions

We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. It is your responsibility to check these Terms periodically for changes. Your continued use of the Site after the posting of changes will mean that you accept and agree to the changes.

10. Governing law

These Terms shall be governed by the laws of Queensland, Australia. Any disputes arising from or related to these Terms shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts located within Queensland.

11. Contact information

For any queries regarding these Terms, or any related matter, please contact us at applications@ontariofishingpermits.com.

By using the Ontario Fishing Permits website, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms of Service.