Terms and Conditions
This legal agreement governs your relationship with Creative Canvas Laboratory and establishes the binding terms for using our educational services, website, and facilities. By engaging with our services, you acknowledge acceptance of these comprehensive terms and conditions.
Legal effective date: July 20, 2025
1. Legal Agreement and Binding Nature
Formation of Agreement
These terms and conditions constitute a legally binding agreement between you and Creative Canvas Laboratory (Private) Limited, a registered educational institution in Sri Lanka. This agreement becomes effective upon your first use of any of our services, enrollment in courses, or accessing our website.
Capacity to Enter Agreement
By accepting these terms, you represent that you are at least 18 years of age and have the legal capacity to enter into this agreement. If you are under 18, you must have parental or guardian consent and supervision throughout your engagement with our services.
Acknowledgment of Understanding
You acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these terms and conditions, including any referenced policies such as our Privacy Policy, Cookie Policy, and course-specific agreements.
2. User Obligations and Legal Responsibilities
Legal Compliance Requirements
You agree to comply with all applicable laws and regulations of Sri Lanka and your jurisdiction of residence while using our services. This includes but is not limited to:
- • Educational institution regulations and academic standards
- • Intellectual property laws and copyright protections
- • Data protection and privacy legislation
- • Consumer protection and fair trading laws
- • Professional conduct standards in the design industry
Prohibited Activities and Conduct
The following activities are strictly prohibited and may result in immediate termination of services:
- • Harassment, discrimination, or creating hostile environments
- • Unauthorized distribution of proprietary course materials
- • Academic dishonesty, plagiarism, or fraudulent submissions
- • Disruption of classes or interference with other students' learning
- • Violation of facility rules or misuse of equipment
- • Unauthorized commercial use of our educational content
Indemnification Obligations
You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Creative Canvas Laboratory, its directors, employees, and instructors from any claims, damages, or expenses arising from your violation of these terms, your use of our services, or your conduct during courses or on our premises.
3. Disclaimers and Limitation of Liability
Important Legal Notice
The following disclaimers and limitations are essential to our ability to provide educational services at accessible prices. Please read carefully as they affect your legal rights.
Disclaimer of Warranties
Our educational services are provided on an "as is" and "as available" basis. While we strive for excellence, we make no warranties, express or implied, regarding:
- • Guaranteed employment outcomes or career advancement
- • Specific income levels or financial success in the design industry
- • Uninterrupted or error-free course delivery
- • Complete accuracy of all course materials at all times
- • Compatibility with all individual learning styles or needs
Limitation of Liability
To the maximum extent permitted by Sri Lankan law, Creative Canvas Laboratory's liability is limited to the amount you paid for the specific course or service that gave rise to the claim. We shall not be liable for:
- • Indirect, incidental, or consequential damages
- • Lost profits, business opportunities, or career advancement
- • Personal injury except where caused by our gross negligence
- • Loss of data or academic work not backed up by students
- • Decisions made based on course content or career advice
Force Majeure Provisions
We shall not be liable for any failure to perform our obligations due to circumstances beyond our reasonable control, including natural disasters, government actions, pandemics, strikes, or technical failures affecting educational delivery.
4. Legal Information and Dispute Resolution
Governing Law
These terms and conditions are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the Democratic Socialist Republic of Sri Lanka. Any legal proceedings shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of Sri Lanka.
Dispute Resolution
We encourage resolution of disputes through direct communication. If formal proceedings become necessary, disputes shall be resolved through binding arbitration in Colombo, Sri Lanka, following the Arbitration Act of Sri Lanka.
Severability Clause
If any provision of these terms is found to be unenforceable or invalid, the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect. The unenforceable provision shall be replaced with a valid provision of similar intent.
Terms Modification
We reserve the right to modify these terms at any time. Significant changes will be communicated with 30 days' notice. Continued use of our services after modifications constitutes acceptance of the updated terms.
Entire Agreement
These terms and conditions, together with our Privacy Policy, Cookie Policy, and any course-specific agreements, constitute the entire agreement between you and Creative Canvas Laboratory. No other statements, promises, or representations shall be binding unless made in writing and signed by an authorized representative.
5. Age Restrictions and Special Requirements
Minimum Age Requirements
Students must be at least 16 years old to enroll in our graphic design courses. Students aged 16-17 require written parental consent and must be accompanied by a parent or guardian during enrollment and orientation sessions.
Parental Responsibility
Parents or guardians of students under 18 are responsible for ensuring compliance with these terms and are liable for any damages or violations committed by their minor child during participation in our programs.
Educational Prerequisites
While no formal design experience is required, students should have basic computer literacy and access to necessary technology for digital design courses. Specific prerequisites are outlined in individual course descriptions.
Legal Questions and Contact Information
If you have questions about these terms and conditions, need clarification about any legal provisions, or require assistance with dispute resolution, please contact our legal affairs department. We are committed to transparent communication and fair resolution of all concerns.
Legal Notice Period
Any legal notices or formal communications must be provided in writing and will be considered received within 3 business days of delivery. Electronic communications to official email addresses are acceptable for non-legal correspondence.