Terms of Service

These Terms of Service ("Terms") govern your use of this website operated by Mike Hassaballa. By accessing or using this website, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree to them, you must not use this site.

1. Who I Am

This website is operated by Mike Hassaballa, MA.Sc., P.Eng., CEM — a consultant in Energy Infrastructure, mechanical engineering, and sustainability services. This is a personal professional website operated in an individual capacity and is not a registered corporate entity.

2. Purpose of Website

This website is intended to:

• Share professional background and projects
• Provide educational or technical insight
• Allow visitors to inquire about consulting services
• Facilitate communication for potential speaking engagements, training, or technical support

Nothing on this website constitutes a binding offer of services, nor does it create a business relationship unless expressly confirmed in writing.

3. Intellectual Property and Content Use

Unless otherwise indicated, all materials on this site (text, graphics, media, documents, etc.) are the intellectual property of Mike Hassaballa and are protected under Canadian copyright law.

You may:

• View and share public content for informational, non-commercial purposes
• Reference material with proper attribution to this site

You may not:

• Reproduce, distribute, or alter content without express written permission
• Use the content for commercial purposes or imply endorsement

4. Acceptable Use

By using this site, you agree not to:

• Violate any applicable federal, provincial, or local laws
• Attempt to gain unauthorized access to data, systems, or user information
• Upload viruses, malware, or engage in malicious cyberactivity
• Submit false, misleading, or impersonated information

5. Third-Party Links and Integrations

This website may include third-party links (e.g., LinkedIn, Calendly) and embedded tools (e.g., analytics). These are provided for convenience only.

I do not control or endorse third-party content and am not responsible for the practices or policies of those sites. Users are advised to review their respective terms of use and privacy policies.

6. Inquiries, Consultations & Client Relationships

Submitting a message, form, or booking request does not constitute a client-consultant relationship.

A formal engagement is only created through written agreement (such as a signed proposal, email confirmation, or contract), at which point separate terms and conditions will apply.

7. Limitation of Liability

This website is provided "as-is," and I make no representations or warranties regarding the accuracy, reliability, or completeness of content.

To the fullest extent permitted under Canadian law, I disclaim any liability for:

• Errors or omissions in the content
• Site interruptions or technical failures
• Any loss, harm, or damages (including indirect, incidental, or consequential damages) resulting from your use or reliance on the site

Consumer rights protected under Canadian law, including any mandatory warranties, are not waived by these Terms.

8. Modifications to Terms

These Terms may be updated at any time without prior notice. Changes will be posted on this page, and the "Last Updated" date will reflect the effective date.

By continuing to use the website after changes are made, you agree to the revised Terms.

9. Governing Law & Dispute Resolution

These Terms are governed by the laws of the Province of Ontario and the laws of Canada applicable therein.

In the event of a dispute, you agree to attempt to resolve the matter amicably before resorting to legal action. If necessary, disputes shall be submitted to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts located in Toronto, Ontario.

10. Contact

If you have questions or concerns about these Terms, please reach out via the Contact Page on this website.