Protecting Creative Work with Care and Integrity

Clear Use Guidelines for Caregivers, Families, and Organizations

Respecting Creativity, Rights, and Responsible Use

This policy explains how Color Connection materials may be used, shared, and protected,
with clear guidance for personal, caregiving, and organizational use.

Effective Date: January 2026

This Copyright & Usage Policy should be read together with our Privacy Policy, which explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard personal information in accordance with applicable Canadian and Québec privacy laws, including the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA) and Québec’s Act respecting the protection of personal information in the private sector.

Overview

This Copyright & Usage Policy explains how the content, products, and materials offered by Color Connection may and may not be used.
All materials are protected under Canadian copyright law, including the Copyright Act (Canada), and applicable Quebec civil law.

By accessing, downloading, purchasing, or using any Color Connection materials, you agree to comply with the terms outlined in this policy.

Copyright Protection (Canada & Quebec)

Color Connection content is protected under:

Copyright protection applies automatically upon creation. No registration is required for enforcement.

Unauthorized use may result in civil remedies, including injunctions, damages, and legal costs.

Permitted Personal Use

You may use Color Connection materials under the following conditions:

Personal & Care Use

  • Printing pages for personal, family, or caregiving use

  • Using pages in home care, private caregiving, or individual therapeutic settings

  • Coloring, marking, or adapting pages for personal engagement only

Care Facilities (Non-Commercial)

  • Printing pages for residents or clients in non-profit or care settings

  • Use by caregivers, family members, or staff without resale or redistribution

All use must remain non-commercial and unaltered in ownership attribution.

Prohibited Uses

The following actions are strictly prohibited without written permission:

Commercial & Redistribution Restrictions

  • Selling, licensing, or redistributing any Color Connection content

  • Uploading files to public websites, cloud drives, or shared platforms

  • Including content in paid programs, courses, or subscription services

  • Using illustrations or affirmations in products for sale (print or digital)

Modification & Derivative Works

  • Altering artwork and claiming it as original

  • Removing logos, copyright notices, or branding

  • Creating derivative works for resale or public distribution

  • Using content to train AI models or generate competing content

Digital Misuse

  • Sharing download links publicly or privately

  • Emailing files to others outside your household or organization

  • Posting pages on social media, marketplaces, or forums

Institutional & Commercial Licensing

Organizations wishing to use Color Connection materials beyond personal or internal care use must obtain a license.

This includes:

  • Long-term care facilities

  • Assisted living residences

  • Hospitals and healthcare networks

  • Educational institutions

  • Community organizations

  • Professional therapists or facilitators

  • Commercial programs or workshops

Licensing options may include:

  • Single-site licenses

  • Multi-site or regional licenses

  • Print-only or digital-only licenses

  • Custom therapeutic or branded solutions

To inquire about licensing, contact:
[Insert Contact Email]

Digital Products & Downloads

All digital products are licensed, not sold.

When you purchase or download a digital file:

  • You receive a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable license

  • Ownership of the content remains with Color Connection

  • Files may not be shared, resold, or redistributed

Unauthorized distribution of digital files constitutes copyright infringement.

Physical Products

Physical products (books, kits, printed materials) are sold for personal use only.

You may:

  • Use the physical product as intended

  • Gift the physical product (without copying or scanning)

You may not:

  • Scan, photocopy, or digitize pages for redistribution

  • Reproduce content beyond reasonable personal use

  • Create bulk copies for institutional use without permission

Educational & Therapeutic Disclaimer

Color Connection products are designed to support creative engagement, comfort, and emotional connection.

They are:

  • Not medical devices

  • Not diagnostic tools

  • Not a substitute for professional medical or psychological care

Use of the materials does not establish a therapeutic or clinical relationship.

Fair Dealing (Canada)

Canadian copyright law allows limited fair dealing for purposes such as research, private study, education, criticism, or review.

Fair dealing does not permit:

  • Full reproduction of copyrighted works

  • Commercial use

  • Distribution of full pages or products

Any fair dealing use must be minimal, properly attributed, and non-commercial.

Enforcement & Violations

Color Connection actively protects its intellectual property.

In cases of infringement, we may:

  • Issue takedown notices

  • Terminate access to services or downloads

  • Seek legal remedies under Canadian and Quebec law

  • Pursue damages and recovery of legal costs

Unauthorized use may result in immediate action without prior notice.

This policy may be updated periodically to reflect:

  • Legal changes

  • Product expansions

  • Distribution model updates

The most current version will always be posted on our website. Continued use of Color Connection materials constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

Contact Information

If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding purchases, refunds, or returns, please contact:

Color Connection
Email: privay@colorconnection.ca
Website: https://colorconnection.ca

Province of operation: Québec, Canada

Color Connection is designed with accessibility in mind and aims to align with the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.2 Level AA where reasonably possible.

If you experience any difficulty accessing content or would like information provided in an alternative format, please contact us and we will do our best to help.

Accessibility Help & Common Questions

Practical answers about using Color Connection materials respectfully and responsibly.

Who owns the content created by Color Connection?

All illustrations, affirmations, written content, and materials created by Color Connection are protected by Canadian copyright law. Ownership remains with Color Connection at all times, even after purchase or download.

Can I print pages for personal or caregiving use?

Yes. You may print and use Color Connection pages for personal, family, or caregiving use, including in home care or individual support settings, as long as the use remains non-commercial and the content is not redistributed.

Can care facilities or non-profit organizations use the materials?

Non-commercial care facilities may print pages for residents or clients for internal use only, provided the materials are not sold, redistributed, or used in paid programs. Ownership and attribution must remain intact.

Can I share the files with others?

No. Digital files may not be shared, emailed, uploaded, or distributed to others outside your household or organization. Each download or purchase grants a limited license for personal or internal use only.

Can I post pages or illustrations on social media or websites?

No. Posting Color Connection pages, illustrations, or affirmations on social media, websites, marketplaces, or public platforms is not permitted without written permission.

May I modify or adapt the artwork?

You may color or mark pages for personal engagement, but you may not alter the artwork, remove branding, or claim the content as your own. Creating derivative works for resale or public distribution is not allowed.

Are digital products sold or licensed?

All digital products are licensed, not sold. When you purchase or download a digital file, you receive a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable license to use the content under the terms of this policy.

Can I scan or copy physical books or kits?

No. Physical products may be used as intended and gifted in their original form, but pages may not be scanned, photocopied, digitized, or reproduced for redistribution or institutional use without permission.

Can Color Connection materials be used in professional or commercial programs?

No. Color Connection content may not be used to train AI models, generate derivative content, or create competing products under any circumstances.

What happens if the policy is violated?

Unauthorized use may result in takedown requests, termination of access, or legal action under Canadian and Quebec law. Color Connection actively protects its intellectual property.