Terms of Service

Last updated: May 4, 2026

By accessing OpenWindowLiving.org, you agree to the following terms. If you do not agree, you should not use the site.

Nature of the content

All content on this site is provided for general informational purposes only. Nothing on OpenWindowLiving.org constitutes professional engineering, health, construction, or legal advice. The information is intended as a starting point for independent research and should not replace consultation with a qualified professional.

Indoor air quality decisions — including the selection, installation, or modification of ventilation systems, filtration equipment, or remediation measures — should be made with input from certified HVAC technicians, public health officials, or licensed contractors familiar with applicable local codes.

Accuracy and updates

The editorial team makes reasonable efforts to ensure that published information is accurate and current at the time of publication. Building codes, Health Canada guidelines, and product standards change over time. The site is not obligated to update content in real time, and no warranty is made regarding the completeness or currentness of any specific page.

External links are provided for reference. OpenWindowLiving.org does not control the content of third-party websites and assumes no responsibility for their accuracy, availability, or policies.

Intellectual property

Original text content on this site is owned by OpenWindowLiving.org. Images sourced from Wikimedia Commons are published under their respective Creative Commons licences; attribution details are available through the Wikimedia Commons pages linked from each image source.

You may quote brief passages from this site for personal, educational, or journalistic purposes with attribution. Reproducing entire articles without permission is not permitted.

Limitation of liability

OpenWindowLiving.org and its operators are not liable for any damages — direct, indirect, incidental, or consequential — arising from reliance on information published on this site. This includes, without limitation, decisions made regarding ventilation equipment, remediation work, or health interventions based on content read here.

Governing law

These terms are governed by the laws of the Province of Ontario and the federal laws of Canada applicable therein. Any disputes arising from use of this site shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of Ontario.

Contact

Questions about these terms can be sent to:
info@openwindowliving.org
OpenWindowLiving.org, 120 Adelaide St W, Toronto, ON M5H 1T1, Canada