Legal Disclaimer

Last updated: October 2025

General Information Only

The information on Stay Safe Vancouver (the “Site”) is provided for general informational purposes only. All articles, guides, and resources are created to promote public understanding of community safety, lawful self-defense, and crime awareness in Canada and the United States. While our writers take care to ensure accuracy, the information on this website should not be relied upon as professional advice of any kind. Readers should not act or refrain from acting on the basis of any content without first seeking qualified legal, medical, or professional advice relevant to their individual circumstances.

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Not Legal Advice

Stay Safe Vancouver is not a law firm, and its authors are not providing legal services. The content published on this Site is intended solely to help readers understand Canadian and U.S. laws and safety regulations in plain language. Nothing on this Site constitutes or substitutes for professional legal advice, and using this website does not create a lawyer-client relationship. For official legal information, please consult the Department of Justice Canada or the U.S. Federal Trade Commission (FTC), or contact a licensed lawyer in your jurisdiction.

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Not Medical or Safety Training Advice

Discussions involving personal safety, self-defense tools, or emergency response techniques are intended for educational purposes only. You are solely responsible for how you use any information from this Site. Always follow local laws, manufacturer guidelines, and certified safety training programs before using any product or technique mentioned. Instruction, demonstration, or training should be obtained from qualified, certified providers in your jurisdiction. This Site is not intended for emergency use. If you are in immediate danger or facing an urgent safety situation, call 911 in Canada or the United States, or contact your local emergency number.

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Accuracy and Updates

We make every effort to keep our information accurate and current, but laws, bylaws, and policies may change without notice. Stay Safe Vancouver and its contributors do not guarantee the accuracy, completeness, or timeliness of any content. We are not responsible for any loss, injury, or damage arising from reliance on material published on this Site. To learn more about how we verify and review our content, visit our Editorial Process page.

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External Links

The Site may contain links to external websites or resources that are not owned or controlled by Stay Safe Vancouver. We are not responsible for the accuracy, legality, or content of any external sites, nor for any subsequent updates or changes to those sites. Links are provided for convenience only and do not imply endorsement.

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Affiliate Disclosure

Some articles on Stay Safe Vancouver include affiliate links to third-party products or services. If you click a link and make a purchase, we may receive a small commission at no additional cost to you. Affiliate partnerships do not influence our editorial decisions, reviews, or recommendations. We only promote products that we have independently researched or genuinely believe are relevant to our readers. This disclosure is provided in compliance with the Competition Bureau of Canada’s Endorsement Guidelines, Ad Standards Canada, and the U.S. Federal Trade Commission (FTC) Endorsement Guides. As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases. This applies to links directing to both Amazon.ca and Amazon.com.

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Advertising Standards and Disclosures

We follow disclosure practices consistent with both Canadian and U.S. requirements. Our affiliate links and recommendations are guided by transparency and reader trust. We disclose any material connection clearly and prominently, in accordance with the FTC Endorsement Guides, the Canadian Competition Bureau’s influencer marketing guidance, and Ad Standards Canada’s Influencer Marketing Code. Our editorial decisions are independent, and affiliate status does not influence inclusion or ranking.

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Legal Status of Safety Products

​Laws regulating self-defense tools and safety devices vary by country, province, state, and municipality. Readers are solely responsible for verifying whether possession, purchase, carriage, or use of a product is lawful in their area. Stay Safe Vancouver does not provide or endorse illegal use of any device, and readers must comply with all local, state, provincial, and federal restrictions.

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Editorial Independence

Our reviews and recommendations are based on independent research and user experience. We do not accept payment in exchange for positive coverage. Affiliate relationships do not influence which products we include or how we evaluate them. Our goal is to maintain reader trust through transparent and factual reporting.

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Copyright and Fair Use

All original text, images, and design elements on this Site are the property of Stay Safe Vancouver unless otherwise noted. Content may not be reproduced, distributed, or republished without written permission. Short excerpts up to 100 words may be quoted with clear attribution and a dofollow link to the original article.

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User Responsibility

By accessing and using this Site, you agree that you are responsible for your own actions and interpretations of the information provided. Stay Safe Vancouver, its writers, and affiliates are not liable for any damages or legal consequences arising from the use or misuse of content on this website.

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Jurisdiction

This Site is operated from British Columbia, Canada. Any disputes arising from the use of this Site are governed by the laws of the Province of British Columbia and the laws of Canada applicable therein. Users in the United States acknowledge that consumer protections and legal remedies may differ by state. By using this Site, you agree to the applicable laws and courts as set out above.

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Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Legal Disclaimer or wish to request permission to reproduce content, please contact us at staysafevancouver@gmail.com