This Policy governs all SIP2026 registration payments and related financial terms. By paying, you accept this Policy as part of a binding agreement with the Organizer.

All fees are strictly non-refundable and non-transferable once paid, without exception (including illness, visa or travel issues, employer changes, emergencies, unmet expectations, or unforeseen events).

You agree not to dispute or reverse payments via bank/card/platform. Any chargeback/dispute is a breach and may result in immediate cancellation, removal from program/publication consideration, revocation of invitation/visa support, reporting to platforms/authorities, blacklisting, and recovery of damages and administrative/legal costs.

• Substitutions: Same-organization substitutions may be considered at our discretion and subject to fees/deadlines.

We may modify format (onsite → hybrid/online) for safety, regulatory, or operational reasons. Such changes do not constitute cancellation and do not entitle refunds or credits.

Travel, accommodation, visas, insurance, or any third-party expenses are your responsibility and not refundable by SIP2026/REPA.

You assume all risks related to attendance and payments and release SIP2026/REPA from any financial or other claims arising from cancellations, changes, or your inability to attend. To the fullest extent permitted by law, aggregate liability is USD $0.

We may maintain/publish a list of blacklisted participants who violate payment terms or initiate chargebacks and may disclose limited identifiers (name, affiliation, country, etc.) to relevant organizations for compliance and fraud prevention where lawful. Any act of violence, harassment, or misconduct will be reported to the respective organization, institution, or company, and to the Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) for review, investigation, and possible revocation of the issued or pending invitation letter, visa support, or entry recommendation.

Acceptance of terms during online registration and payment forms a binding contract; electronic acceptances/signatures are valid and enforceable.

Questions before registering/paying: join@sip2026.org

California law governs; exclusive venue is in California courts. We may update this Policy by posting a revised version; continued participation signifies acceptance.
Last updated: October 27, 2025