Terms and Conditions

Updated April 2026
This document sets forth the legally binding Terms and Conditions governing the relationship between Palladium Security Systems (the "Company" or "Palladium") and the user or purchaser (the "Client" or "User") regarding the access to this website and the installation, monitoring, and servicing of security systems at residential or commercial locations.

WEBSITE USE AND ACCEPTANCE OF TERMS

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing, browsing, or utilizing the website located at https://www.palladiumsecurity.ca (the "Website"), the User expressly acknowledges, understands, and agrees to be bound by all terms and conditions contained herein. If the User does not agree to these terms, they must immediately cease use of the Website.

2. Purpose of the Website

The Website is operated and maintained by Palladium strictly for informational and promotional purposes. The materials and resources provided herein are intended solely to outline potential products and services that a prospective or existing Client may elect to procure from Palladium.

3. Third-Party Content and Disclaimers

The User acknowledges that certain content, specifications, and materials displayed on the Website are authored and supplied by third-party manufacturers, vendors, and service providers whose products Palladium is authorized to sell, distribute, or support ("Third-Party Content").

4. Limitation of Liability for Website Content

While Palladium makes commercially reasonable efforts to ensure the accuracy of the information presented on the Website, Palladium does not warrant or guarantee the completeness, accuracy, or reliability of any Third-Party Content. To the fullest extent permitted by the laws of the Province of Ontario, Palladium expressly disclaims all liability for any errors, omissions, or inaccuracies in Third-Party Content, and assumes no responsibility should the products or services supplied by originating third parties fail to meet the specific requirements, needs, or expectations of the Client.

CLIENT PORTAL ACCESS AND USAGE

1. Grant of Access and Purpose

Subject to compliance with this Agreement, Palladium grants registered and authorized clients a non-exclusive, revocable license to access the Palladium Client Portal (https://client.palladiumsecurity.ca). The portal is provided strictly as a complimentary convenience to facilitate document management, payment processing, and secure communications. The Client acknowledges that the portal is the exclusive property of Palladium and does not constitute a core deliverable under any paid security monitoring, installation, or equipment contract.

2. Account Security and Credential Management

The Client is solely responsible for maintaining the confidentiality and security of their account credentials.

Password Creation: Palladium does not retain access to Client passwords. All passwords must meet the minimum security requirements outlined during registration.

Representative Assistance:: If a Palladium representative creates a user profile on the Client's behalf using authorized contract data, a temporary password will be issued. The Client agrees to change this temporary password immediately upon their initial login to comply with portal security requirements.

Unique Passwords:: The Client agrees to utilize a unique password that is not used on any other website, service, or application. Palladium accepts no liability for unauthorized portal access, data breaches, or damages resulting from the Client's use of recycled, shared, or compromised passwords, or from the Client's failure to safeguard their login credentials.

3. Privacy and Third-Party Payment Processors

Palladium does not sell, share, or distribute Client data to third parties except as expressly stated herein or as required by law. The portal integrates with authorized third-party payment processors to facilitate transactions. The Client acknowledges and agrees that any data processed or stored by these third-party gateways is subject exclusively to the terms, conditions, and privacy policies of those respective providers. Information regarding these third-party policies will be provided by Palladium upon written request.

4. Suspension and Revocation of Access

Palladium reserves the right, in its sole and absolute discretion, to suspend, restrict, or revoke the Client's access to the portal at any time, with or without notice. The termination or suspension of portal access shall not constitute a breach of any underlying physical security services agreement between Palladium and the Client.

TERMINATION AND CONFIDENTIALITY

1. Termination and Suspension of Access

Palladium reserves the right to immediately terminate this Agreement and suspend or revoke the Client’s access to the Website and Portal, without prior notice, under any of the following conditions:

(a) the Client fails to comply with any term or condition of this Agreement;

(b) the Client's underlying Alarm Services Agreement or account with Palladium is terminated or expires; or

(c) for any other reason at Palladium’s sole and absolute discretion.


Upon termination, the Client’s login credentials will be invalidated, and all rights granted to the Client to use or access the Portal shall immediately cease.

2. Data Ownership, Confidentiality, and Survival

The Client acknowledges that the Portal, its underlying software, and all original content provided by Palladium remain the exclusive intellectual property of Palladium. Any personal data or documentation uploaded by the Client to the Portal shall be managed, retained, or destroyed in accordance with Palladium’s Privacy Policy and applicable Canadian privacy legislation. All provisions of this Agreement relating to confidentiality, intellectual property ownership, limitations of liability, and non-disclosure shall survive the termination or expiration of this Agreement.

USE OF SERVICES, SOFTWARE, AND CONNECTIVITY

1. Permitted Use and Prohibited Activities
The Client agrees to use the security equipment, mobile applications, cloud services, and the Palladium Client Portal (collectively, the "Services") solely for their intended lawful purposes for the protection of property and life safety. The Client expressly agrees not to use the Services in any manner that:

(a) Violates any municipal, provincial, or federal law, including the Criminal Code of Canada and applicable privacy legislation;

(b) Infringes upon the privacy rights of any third party, including the unlawful audio or video recording of individuals without required consent;

(c) Involves the reverse engineering, decompiling, or unauthorized modification of any hardware, software, or mobile applications provided by Palladium; or

(d) Intentionally generates false alarms or nuisance dispatches of emergency services.

2. Mobile Applications and Remote Access
Where the Services include access to a smartphone application ("App") for remote monitoring and control:

(a) Palladium grants the Client a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable license to download and use the App on supported mobile devices.

(b) The Client is solely responsible for obtaining and maintaining compatible mobile devices, up-to-date operating systems, and appropriate mobile data plans. Palladium is not responsible for the App's failure to operate due to incompatible devices, outdated software, or lack of mobile data coverage.

3. Client-Supplied Infrastructure (Internet and Power)
Certain equipment and Services (such as Wi-Fi cameras and smart home integrations) rely entirely on the Client's local infrastructure. The Client acknowledges and agrees that:

(a) It is the Client's sole responsibility to provide and maintain a continuous, high-speed, always-on internet connection (broadband/Wi-Fi) and continuous AC electrical power.

(b) Palladium shall not be liable for any interruption, failure to record, or failure to transmit alarm signals caused by power outages, internet service provider (ISP) disruptions, router failures, or changed Wi-Fi passwords.

4. Cellular Backup and Cloud Services
Where Palladium provides cellular backup connectivity and cloud-based data storage:

Cellular Limitations: Cellular backup services rely on third-party telecommunications networks. The Client acknowledges that cellular signals may be degraded, interrupted, or unavailable due to environmental conditions, structural interference, or network outages beyond Palladium's control. Palladium accepts no liability for missed signals resulting from third-party cellular network failures.

Cloud Storage: Cloud-based video and data storage are subject to capacity limits as defined by the Client's specific service plan. Palladium is not responsible for the deletion of or failure to store video clips or data once storage limits are reached or during scheduled system maintenance.

5. Compliance with Municipal Bylaws and False Alarms
The Client is solely responsible for understanding and complying with all local municipal bylaws regarding security alarm systems and emergency dispatch protocols. The Client accepts full financial responsibility for any fines, fees, or penalties levied by municipalities, police, fire, or emergency medical services resulting from false alarms, user error, or the improper use of the Services.

EQUIPMENT SALES, INSTALLATION, AND WARRANTIES

1. Purchases and Installation of Palladium Security System
Client agrees to buy, and Company agrees to sell and install, without liability and not as an insurer at Client's premises the alarm system(s) described in Exhibit A of their attached agreement supplied at completion of initial installation. Company will furnish all the materials and labor necessary for the installation of the system in accordance with the specifications in their agreement and will complete the installation in a careful and workmanlike manner. Company assumes no liability for delay in installing the system for any reason, irrespective of fault. Client warrants that it has full authority to permit the installation of the system(s) under all the terms and conditions of this Agreement.

2. Price and Payment
Client agrees to pay Company for the system and its installation the sum agreed upon during the sale process between Palladium Security Systems and the Client. The terms and sum of payment will be located on the signed client final agreement. Monthly fees for services may be processed by Palladium Security Systems via authorized third-party payment processing companies.

3. Monthly Monitoring Services
Monthly monitoring services are billed on the 10th day of each month unless stated otherwise in the direct agreement between the client and Palladium Security. The client is given a 25-day grace period to pay the submitted invoice in full by either cash, cheque, credit card or preauthorized payment agreement. Palladium Security reserves the right to charge 2% per month interest (24% per annum) on any unpaid charges. Palladium Security will notify the client of any unpaid charges by mail or portal notifications. Failure to make acceptable payment arrangements may result in suspension or cancellation of services and the account being transferred to a third party for collection of unpaid fees. The company does not offer refunds unless otherwise agreed upon within this document.

4. Cancellation of Services
Client must submit their cancellation of services with a 60-day written notice. The client's account number, name of client as shown on the original agreement, secured address and date of final service must be submitted in writing. Services are considered in full force if cancellation notice is not received and confirmed by Palladium Security Systems. The Customer is responsible for any cost of collections regarding monies owed to the company for nonpayment of monitoring invoices or upon default of this agreement as stated above. All charges become due and payable upon default of customer to fulfill the terms of this agreement.
It is understood and agreed that upon termination of this agreement the company shall have the right to terminate all alarm signals being transmitted from the Customer's premises to the company alarm Monitoring Center, thus resulting in no response to any alarm notifications to client or emergency response services.

5. Conditions of Sale and Installation

(a) Provision of any services or materials covered by this Agreement is conditioned upon the terms and conditions contained herein. Any additional or different terms or conditions proposed by Client are not binding upon the Company unless specifically assented to in writing by the Company.

(b) The parties agree that the Company will be paid the amounts specified at the times designated.

(c) Client authorizes Company or its designee to enter the premises of the Client to install the system, and to make any preparations appropriate to the installation or service of the system, such as drilling holes, making attachments, etc. Company shall not be responsible for any damage created by installation, service or removal of the system.

(d) Client will provide all conduit and line voltage and telephone or internet services necessary for the installation, maintenance and operation of the system. Any costs incurred by the Company resulting from such items not being in place at the proper time shall be borne by the Client.

(e) Client shall identify any rules, regulations, standards or codes with which the system must comply, and shall obtain and pay for any necessary licenses or other certificates of compliance with same. Client is solely responsible for any taxes (including sales taxes), fees, false alarm fines, and any other governmental assessments related to the alarm equipment or system operation and shall reimburse and indemnify the Company for any such expenses incurred by the Company. Client and Company are each responsible for obtaining any necessary licenses or permits needed to perform their respective obligations under this Agreement.

(f) Client shall pay to the Company any costs incurred by the Company for any additions, corrections or changes to the system that may be requested or required by the Client or by anyone else except the Company. Client has approved the location of all components of the system. Any changes in location requested by the Client after the signing of this Agreement will be at the Client's expense. Any changes by the client to the agreed location of equipment and/or lines shall be communicated to the company in a timely manner so the company can update the design.

6. Warranties
(a) The system and its components are or may be covered by manufacturers' warranties having various terms and durations. The Company makes no separate or additional warranty as to the system or its components, except as specifically provided in this Agreement.

(b) The Company does warrant that the materials installed under this Agreement shall be as specified in this Agreement and shall meet the manufacturers' specifications for same at the time of original installation, except that the Company may substitute materials of equal quality at the time of installation. Should any part of the system become defective or should any repairs be required as a result of defects in materials or workmanship, upon notice to the Company by the Client at the Company's address, the Company agrees to make all necessary repairs and/or replacements of parts promptly and without cost to the Client for a period of ninety (90) days from the date of installation, subject to the Client's compliance with the conditions of the warranty set forth in this Agreement, and availability of replacement parts. The Company may either replace or repair the product and may substitute materials of equal quality at the time of replacement. This limited warranty does not apply to any damage to or defects in materials or equipment caused by accident, misuse, unauthorized repairs or attempts to repair, modifications or improper installation by anyone other than the Company.

(c) Client agrees as a condition of this limited warranty to test and inspect the system immediately upon substantial completion of installation and to advise the Company within fifteen (15) days of any defect, error or omission in the system. At the end of said fifteen days, the installation shall be deemed satisfactory to and accepted by the Client.

(d) > EXCEPT AS SPECIFICALLY SET FORTH IN THIS AGREEMENT; THE COMPANY MAKES NO WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, AS TO ANY MATTER WHATEVER, INCLUDING WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, AND THERE ARE NO WARRANTIES OR REPRESENTATIONS WHICH EXTEND BEYOND THE FACE OF THIS AGREEMENT.

(e) The Company does not represent, guarantee or warrant that any system provided by it under this Agreement will operate as designed, or is suitable for any particular purpose, or will prevent any loss by burglary, fire or otherwise, or will in all cases or any particular case provide the detection for which it is intended. The Company represents only that the components of such system meet manufacturers' specifications at the time the system is originally installed. Client acknowledges and agrees that it is not relying on Company's skill or judgment in selecting or furnishing a system suitable for any particular purpose, and that the Company has made no representations except as are contained in this Agreement. Company is not an insurer against loss or damage, and all insurance arrangements to cover loss, property damage or personal injury must be made separately by the Client. The Client assumes all risk of loss or damage to the premises or to the contents thereof, as well as all risk to the physical or mental well-being of persons therein. The limited warranty contained in this Agreement gives the Client specific legal rights. The Client may have other legal rights that vary from province to province.

7. No Service Provided
(a) Except as specifically provided in this Agreement, the Company shall not be obligated to provide service of any type on the system or any of its components. If the Client wishes the system to be serviced, monitored or inspected by the Company, such an agreement shall be separately negotiated between the parties.

(b) If the Client shall discover a defect in any of the products purchased under this Agreement, Client should immediately notify the Company so that repair service, whether or not covered by warranty, may be promptly rendered.

8. Training
Company will provide session(s) of instructions to Client in the appropriate use of the system, free of charge. However, the nature and extent of this training shall be in the sole discretion of the Company, and Client is solely responsible for training all users of the system in its proper operation. Company shall not be responsible for damages of any kind based in any way on a claim that its training was inadequate or that the Client did not know how to operate the system properly.

9. Title and Risks of Loss or Damage

(a) Title to the system and its entire component parts shall remain in the Company until the Client has paid for the system in full, at which time it shall become the property of the Client unless otherwise stated in the direct agreement with client. Company or any subcontractor engaged by the Company to perform work or furnish materials who is not paid may have a claim against the Client or the owner of the premises, which may be enforced under the applicable lien laws.

(b) Repairs or re-installation necessary due to damage to the system caused by persons or entities other than the Company shall be at Client's expense.

10. Default by Client
If the Client defaults in the performance of any of its obligations under this agreement or any other agreement between the parties, including failure to pay to the Company any monies when due, the Company may suspend performance under any such agreement, and may pursue against the Client any remedy available at law or equity, now or in the future, including collecting interest on any unpaid balances at the highest rate allowed by law, and in addition, if the Company commences legal proceedings or retains the services of a collection agency or attorney to enforce its rights under this Agreement, Client shall also pay Company's reasonable attorneys' and collection agency fees. In the event of legal action between the parties in connection with their respective rights and obligation, under this Agreement or otherwise, the parties waive trial by jury and Client waives the right to interpose any counterclaim in any action or proceeding commenced by the Company.

11. Indemnification, Damages and Limitations of Liability

(a) Client shall defend, indemnify and hold harmless the Company from any expense, liability, loss, claim or damage, including personal injuries, made by any person including those not a party to this agreement, relating in any way to the system(s) or service(s) referred to in this agreement, without regard to whether the Company was at fault. Client on its own behalf and on behalf of any insurance carrier waives any right of subrogation Client's insurance carrier may otherwise have against the Company, its agents, employees and subcontractors arising out of this Agreement or the relation of the parties hereto.

(b) Client's exclusive remedy for the Company's breach of or failure to perform under this Agreement or relating in any way to any relationship between the parties connected with the system referred to in this Agreement, for any reason including negligence or gross negligence, is to require the Company to repair or replace, at the Company's option, any equipment or part of the alarm which is non-operational due to fault of the Company during the limited warranty period according to the terms and conditions contained in this Agreement.

(c) The value of the Client's property or the property of others kept on the premises at which the system is installed, which may be lost, stolen, destroyed, damaged or otherwise affected by occurrences which the System is designed to detect, alert or avert is completely unknown to and outside of the control of the Company, and Company is not an insurer. In addition, the Company has no control over response time of any emergency service provider, and it would be extremely difficult to ascertain what portion, if any, of any loss or damage would be proximately caused by any failure on the part of the Company. Charges are based solely upon the value of the goods and services provided and are unrelated to the uses made by the Client of its premises, including the value of the premises or any property thereat, or the well-being of people thereon. The amounts payable by the Client are not sufficient to warrant the Company assuming any risk of damages, including consequential damages, for any property damages or personal injuries, due to Company's negligence, gross negligence, failure to perform, or any reason whatever. Buyer agrees that it does not desire the Company to assume any risk of damages and agrees that the Company shall not be liable for same. Client further agrees that if the Company should be found liable due to any failure by the Company to perform any obligation, under this Agreement or otherwise, or the failure of the system to operate properly in any respect, Company's liability shall be limited to 10% of the total purchase price or $250, whichever is less, and that this liability shall be exclusive. Client may, at its option, increase the amount of this limited liability by separate agreement with the Company at increased cost proportionate to the Company's increased risks, which shall not be insurance coverage.

12. Assignments and Delegations
The Company may assign or transfer this Agreement to any other person, firm or corporation without notice to or approval by the Client, and may subcontract any activities which it may perform under this Agreement. The Client may not assign or delegate any rights or obligations under this Agreement, either voluntarily or by operation of law, without advance written consent of the Company.

13. Invalid Provisions
If any of the parts of this Agreement shall be determined by a court of competent jurisdiction to be invalid or inoperative, all the remaining parts shall remain in full force and effect.

14. Entire Agreement
This writing is intended by the parties as the final expression of their Agreement and as a complete and exclusive statement of the terms thereof. This Agreement supersedes all prior representations, understandings or agreements between the parties; there are no prior writings, verbal negotiations, understandings, representations or agreements not expressed in this Agreement, and the parties rely only upon the contents of this Agreement in executing it, and have not relied on any other representations, oral or otherwise, made by the parties, their agents or employees. Only a writing signed by each of the parties or their duly authorized agents may modify this Agreement. No waiver of a breach of any term or condition of this Agreement shall be construed to be a waiver of any succeeding breach. This Agreement shall bind and benefit the heirs, successors and assigns of the respective parties.

SYSTEM MONITORING AND EMERGENCY DISPATCH SERVICES

1. Provision of Monitoring Services
Subject to the terms of this Agreement, Palladium Security Systems ("Palladium") shall provide 24/7 signal receiving and notification services via an authorized, third-party alarm monitoring center (the "Monitoring Station"). Upon receipt of an alarm signal, the Monitoring Station shall make commercially reasonable efforts to forthwith notify the appropriate local emergency response agencies (Police, Fire, or EMS) and/or the private emergency contacts designated by the Client.

2. Communication Pathways and Technical Limitations
The Client acknowledges that the secure transmission of alarm signals relies entirely on third-party telecommunication networks (POTS, VoIP, broadband internet, or cellular networks) which are outside the control of Palladium.

(a) Network Modifications: The Client must notify Palladium prior to making any changes to their internet service provider (ISP), telecommunications infrastructure, or network hardware. Palladium is not liable for system failures resulting from incompatible network changes.
(b) VoIP and Internet Dependencies: If the Client utilizes Voice over IP (VoIP) or broadband internet as the primary communication path, the Client is solely responsible for ensuring uninterrupted power supply (UPS) to their modem and router.
(c) Communication Failures (Force Majeure): Palladium shall not be held liable for any failure to receive, detect, or verify an alarm signal due to communication pathway faults, ISP outages, cellular tower disruptions, severed physical lines, lightning, extreme weather, or any other acts of God or circumstances beyond Palladium's reasonable control.
(d) Recommended Redundancy: Palladium strongly recommends the installation of a dual-path communication system (e.g., Internet protocol with cellular backup) to mitigate the risk of a single-point communication failure.

3. Client Responsibilities and Mandatory System Testing
The Client acknowledges that security equipment is subject to wear and tear, environmental factors, and component failure. The system is not guaranteed to function flawlessly in perpetuity.

Mandatory Testing: The Client agrees to perform a full system test (including local annunciation and remote communication to the Monitoring Station) on a weekly basis.

Liability Exemption: Palladium accepts no liability for unreceived alarm signals, losses, or damages if the Client has failed to perform routine weekly testing or failed to report a known system deficiency to Palladium.

4. False Alarms and Municipal Fines
The Client assumes full financial responsibility for all fees, fines, and penalties assessed by any municipality, police department, or emergency response agency resulting from false alarms, user error, or improper equipment operation.

Payment Processing: If a regional police jurisdiction or municipality forwards a false alarm fee directly to Palladium on the Client's behalf, Palladium will pay the fine to prevent dispatch suspension and will invoice the Client for the exact amount on their next billing cycle. Notification and documentation of such fees will be provided to the Client via the Client Portal.

5. Limitation of Liability for Third-Party Response
Palladium does not guarantee the response time, effectiveness, or arrival of any police department, fire department, or private guard service. The Client agrees that Palladium shall not be liable for any loss, damage, or personal injury arising out of the failure, delay, or refusal of any emergency service agency to respond to an alarm reported by the Monitoring Station.

6. Financial Terms and Rate Adjustments
(a) Communication Fees: The Client is solely responsible for all internet, cellular data, and telephone connection charges required to transmit alarm signals to the Monitoring Station.
(b) Taxes: The Client agrees to pay all applicable municipal, provincial, and federal taxes, fees, or surcharges related to the Services.
(c) Rate Adjustments: Palladium reserves the right to increase or decrease the monitoring fees at any time following the expiration of the Client's initial contractual term, provided Palladium issues written notice to the Client at least thirty (30) days prior to the effective date of the rate change.

7. Governing Law
This Agreement, and all matters arising out of or relating to the Services provided herein, shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the Province of Ontario and the federal laws of Canada applicable therein, without giving effect to any choice or conflict of law provision or rule.