DMCA Policy — Wire Service Canada

At Wire Service Canada (“the Site,” “we,” “us,” or “our”), we respect the intellectual property rights of others and expect our users, contributors, and partners to do the same. This Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA) Policy describes how to report alleged copyright infringements and how we respond to such reports.

Note: While the DMCA is a U.S. law, we adopt this framework as our standard global notice-and-takedown procedure. This does not limit or waive any rights under Canadian law, including the Copyright Act (R.S.C., 1985, c. C-42), or other applicable international regulations.

1. Unintentional Use of Copyrighted Material

If we have unintentionally published or used content that belongs to you or your organization, we sincerely apologize. We take copyright protection seriously and will act promptly to correct any error.

If you are the rightful owner of the material appearing on our website, please contact us with the following details:

• Your full name and organization name

• Your contact information (email address and phone number)

• The exact URL(s) of the allegedly infringing material

• Proof of ownership (copyright registration, official publication URL, or other legal documentation)

📧 Email: [email protected]

Upon receiving a valid request, we will review and remove the infringing content within 48 hours.

2. Designated Copyright Agent

For formal copyright notices and counter-notices under the DMCA framework, please contact our Designated Agent:

Copyright & DMCA Agent — Wire Service Canada
📧 Email: [email protected]
Preferred Method: Email

If you require an alternative contact method, please email us to make arrangements.

3. Submitting a DMCA Takedown Notice (For Copyright Owners)

If you believe that content on WireService.ca infringes your copyright, please send a written notice to our Designated Agent including all of the following:

1. Your contact information (name, mailing address, phone number, and email).

2. Identification of the copyrighted work you claim has been infringed.

3. Identification of the material claimed to be infringing and its location (specific URLs).

4. A statement that you have a good faith belief that the use of the material is not authorized by the copyright owner, its agent, or the law.

5. A statement under penalty of perjury that the information in your notice is accurate and that you are authorized to act on behalf of the copyright owner.

6. Your physical or electronic signature.

Incomplete or unclear notices may delay our response. Additional details may be requested to verify ownership.

4. What Happens After We Receive a Valid Notice

• We will promptly review your complaint.

• If the notice is valid, we may remove or disable access to the infringing content.

• The contributor or user responsible for the content will be notified and provided with a redacted copy of your notice.

• In cases of repeated infringement, we may suspend or terminate the user’s account or publishing rights.

5. Submitting a Counter-Notice (For Users/Contributors)

If your content was removed or disabled due to a notice, and you believe it was a mistake or misidentification, you may submit a counter-notice including:

1. Your contact details (name, address, phone, and email).

2. Identification of the material that was removed and its previous URL.

3. A statement under penalty of perjury that you believe the removal was a mistake or misidentification.

4. Your consent to the jurisdiction of the courts of Canada and, if you are outside Canada, consent to any court where Wire Service Canada may be found.

5. Your physical or electronic signature.

Once a valid counter-notice is received, we may restore the content unless the original complainant notifies us of a court action.

6. Repeat Infringers

We may disable or terminate access for users or contributors who repeatedly post infringing material or violate this policy.

7. Misrepresentations

Any party who knowingly submits false or misleading information in a copyright notice or counter-notice may be held liable for damages, including costs and attorneys’ fees, under applicable law.

8. Other Policies

This policy operates alongside our Terms of Use and Editorial Guidelines. We reserve the right to remove any content that violates our policies or legal obligations, regardless of copyright ownership.

9. Language

This policy is provided in English. If we provide a translation, the English version will prevail in the event of a conflict.

10. Contact Information

For all copyright or DMCA-related concerns, please contact:

📧 [email protected]