Terms of Participation

Eligibility & Participation

Next Generation Hacks (NGN Hacks) is a fully online event open to Ontario high school students in Grades 9–12. By registering and participating, you agree to these terms. Parents or guardians may need to consent for participants under the age of majority in Ontario.

Assumption of Risk

Participation in online activities (Discord, Devpost, video calls, workshops) involves usual risks of internet use and screen time. You participate voluntarily and assume responsibility for your own environment, equipment, and well-being while taking part.

Third-Party Platforms

The event uses third-party services (e.g. Discord, Devpost). Your use of those services is also governed by their respective terms and privacy policies. NGN Hacks is not responsible for outages, security incidents, or actions of those third parties.

Release of Liability & Waiver

To the fullest extent permitted by law, you release NGN Hacks, its organizers, partners, sponsors, and affiliated individuals from any and all claims, damages, or liabilities arising from your participation, including but not limited to technical failures, data loss, or disputes with other participants. You waive any right to bring legal action against these parties in connection with the event, except where such waiver is prohibited by law.

Medical Emergency Authorization

In the event of a medical emergency, you authorize NGN Hacks and its representatives to obtain emergency medical care for you and, where appropriate, to share information with medical personnel. You are responsible for your own health insurance and costs of care.

Personal Property & Equipment

You are responsible for your own devices, accounts, and data. NGN Hacks is not liable for loss, theft, damage, or corruption of your hardware, software, or files.

Media Release

By participating, you grant NGN Hacks the right to use your name, likeness, voice, and project work in recordings, streams, screenshots, and other media for promotion, reporting, and archival purposes, in any medium, without compensation. If you do not wish to appear in promotional materials, please inform the organizers in writing before or during the event.

Code of Conduct & Removal

You agree to follow our code of conduct: treat others with respect, maintain a safe and inclusive environment, and refrain from harassment, discrimination, or destructive behavior. NGN Hacks reserves the right to remove any participant who violates these terms or whose conduct is disruptive or harmful. Removal may be immediate and without refund (where applicable).

Policy Changes

We may update these terms. Material changes will be reflected by an updated “Last updated” date. Continued participation after changes constitutes acceptance of the revised terms.

Governing Law

These terms are governed by the laws of Ontario and Canada.

Contact

Questions about these terms: info@ngnhacks.ca