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Contest Rules

These rules apply to all contests offered by 1001012762 ONTARIO INC, operating as BIG FM, whether held on-air, on the website, or via social media, unless a specific contest has its own dedicated rules. Please note that some contests promoted by BIG FM may be co-hosted with sponsors or partners.

1. CONTEST PERIOD
BIG FM runs multiple contests throughout the year on-air, on its website, and on Facebook. For each contest, the duration, start and end dates will be announced live on-air, posted on the website, and/or on Facebook.

2. ELIGIBILITY
Contests are open to legal residents of Eastern Ontario who are 18 years of age or older at the start date of the contest unless otherwise specified.
Employees, representatives, or directors of 1001012762 ONTARIO INC (BIG FM), sponsors, prize providers, or related service providers are not eligible. Immediate family members or those residing with ineligible individuals are also excluded.

3. HOW TO PARTICIPATE
To enter and have a chance to win, follow the instructions given live on-air, on the website, or on Facebook. Entry methods may include:

  • Calling or texting the station at a specified time;

  • Answering quiz questions or playing games;

  • Submitting an online entry form and identifying a song or artist;

  • Liking or commenting on a Facebook contest post.

Contest winners will be announced on-air or on our website/Facebook page.
Unless otherwise stated, only one entry per person per contest is permitted. For radio-based giveaways, unlimited participation is allowed, but for online or instant-win contests, only one entry per person is accepted. Winners' names may be posted online.

4. NO PURCHASE NECESSARY
No purchase is required to participate. A person may only win one prize every 14 days. If someone wins multiple times within 14 days, only the first prize will be awarded. Prizes are non-monetary, non-exchangeable, non-refundable, and non-transferable.
BIG FM reserves the right to end any contest at any time without notice.

5. CLAIMING YOUR PRIZE
Prizes vary and are announced on-air, on the website, or on Facebook. Limit of one prize per household. Winners must pick up prizes in person (for high-value prizes) at BIG FM's studio located at 1 Industriel Street, Casselman, Ontario, during office hours (Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM).
Winners have 30 days to claim their prize, unless the event tied to the prize occurs sooner. If the prize is not available at the time of the draw, it must be collected within 30 days of availability. You must present valid photo ID (e.g., driver's license or health card) when claiming your prize. Any costs associated with using the prize are the winner’s responsibility.

6. PUBLICITY CONSENT
By entering a contest, participants consent to BIG FM’s use of their name, city of residence, photo, voice, statements, and image for promotional purposes.

GENERAL CONDITIONS

  1. All decisions made by 1001012762 ONTARIO INC (BIG FM) and its representatives are final. In case of conflict between these rules and other interpretations or instructions from station staff, these official rules shall prevail.

  2. Any attempt to tamper with the contest process or breach these rules may result in disqualification and legal consequences. BIG FM reserves the right to seek damages or apply any available remedies.

  3. BIG FM is not responsible for lost, late, misdirected, incomplete, or damaged entries, nor for system outages, technical failures, or any issue impacting participation. We are not liable for privacy breaches caused by third-party hackers.

  4. By entering, each participant agrees to comply with these rules and releases BIG FM, its directors, employees, and representatives from any liability arising from participation or use of a prize.

Terms and Conditions – GO FM / BIG FM Text Messaging Program

By subscribing to the GO FM or BIG FM text message program (the “Service”), you agree to the following Terms and Conditions.

1. Program Description

Subscribers who opt in to our Service will receive SMS messages related to:

  • Contest entries and winner notifications

  • Exclusive promotions or giveaways

  • News alerts or station updates

  • Music polls or listener engagement campaigns

Message frequency may vary but will not exceed 4 messages per month without explicit consent.

2. How to Opt-In

Listeners may join by texting a designated keyword (e.g., JOIN, WIN, GOFM, BIGFM) to our short code or station number as advertised. By opting in, you confirm that:

  • You are the owner or primary user of the mobile device and number.

  • You consent to receive SMS messages from GO FM / BIG FM.

3. Opting Out

You can cancel the Service at any time by replying with:

  • STOP (English)

  • ARRÊT (French)
    After doing so, you will receive one final message confirming your removal. No further messages will be sent unless you opt in again.

4. Help & Support

For help or more information:

  • Reply with HELP or AIDE

  • Or email us at: [insert email address]

  • Or call: [insert station phone number]

5. Fees and Charges

Standard message and data rates may apply based on your mobile plan. We are not responsible for any fees charged by your wireless provider.

6. Data Privacy

We respect your privacy. Subscriber information (including phone numbers) will not be sold or shared with third parties. Your information will only be used to manage participation in station-related promotions and communications.
See our full privacy policy here: [Insert URL]

7. Eligibility

The Service is available only to residents of Canada aged 18 years or older. By opting in, you confirm your eligibility and agree to comply with all local laws and regulations.

8. Changes to Terms

We may update these Terms & Conditions at any time. Continued use of the Service after changes are made implies acceptance. A notice will be sent via SMS in case of material changes.

9. Limitation of Liability

GO FM / BIG FM is not liable for:

  • Delays, undelivered messages, or technical failures outside our control

  • Damages related to contest participation, promotional errors, or incorrect information

Contact Information
For contest inquiries or concerns, please contact us at:
Email: info@bigfm.ca
Legal Entity: 1001012762 ONTARIO INC