Please note that we do not wish to censor posts. In fact, it's just the opposite. As long as we keep things civil, there should be no need to close topics or delete posts. We don't want to limit subject matter either. It's not content so much as delivery that is usually the problem.


Respect between Users
CKA has a low tolerance policy for personal attacks. Posts that contain a personal attack should be summarily deleted or edited out my a mod, and the user should normally receive a warning. Personal attacks detract from the professionalism of the site and can sometimes cause serious problems for CKA as a whole.


Personal Attacks
All visitors, regardless of age, forum-rank or post count are to be treated as equal unless their conduct dictates otherwise. Age, nor number of posts (time as a member) excuses anyone from behaving in a manner that isn't civil and polite.


Profanity
Profanity is discouraged, we are mostly adults but there is a better way to express yourself than through the use of profanity, especially on the Internet where it can be hard to determine the intended tone. However, we recognize that CKA attracts a certain type of visitor, and that not all discussion topics are "family friendly" here by their nature. Still, profanity should not be "overused." There may be occasions where profanity is appropriate to underline your point or reinforce your emotion, however these should be few and far between. Please keep it within the bounds of civil society. If you habitually misuse profanity, you may receive a warning.

Nudity
This is primarily an adult forum but posting of nudity is discouraged. Many advertisers don't allow nude content or even sexual content, this is why I had to move the "Babes" Gallery to a separate site. But some nudity can be tolerated, female breasts and tasteful content if it’s in a thread that implies that there might be such content or the thread title is marked as "NSFW". This will give people in places of work or with children in the room a warning of the content within.

Cooperation with Forum Moderators
It is expected that everyone using this site will respect the authority given to the Mods. They volunteer their time and have been selected based on a proven track record. They are charged with the policing of this site. Diplomatic criticism and debate of their role is accepted. However, any hostile challenges to their authority will not be tolerated. If you feel you have been treated inappropriately, please send me a Private Message including details on the incident.


Posting

You are responsible for everything that you post and the tone in which it is posted.

You should report any post that is in violation of any of these guidelines or common sense to the moderators. We occasionally miss things, and it can be vigilant site members that allow us to keep the site moving smoothly and even remove content that is not legally appropriate.



Privacy
Posting of other members "Real life" names or contact info is prohibited unless they themselves have made this information public. Moderators shall not at any time reveal users emails or IP addresses.



Warning and Banning System
In order to keep things running smoothly here, CKA follows these steps designed to help curb inappropriate posts and behaviour. The warning system has four tiers, culminating in a full ban from the forums. This methodology gives people a clear indication they're on the wrong track, while giving them time to set things straight.


*Acts/Jailings over a year old are exempted from a users record

The moderators have been given some leeway in terms of applying these levels, but these Conduct Guidelines are the rule of thumb.

So everyone is treated fair I ask that the mods try and follow these steps for every culprit. BUT there are extreme cases where a culprit can skip steps or the "jury" option will be skipped, in best interest of the forums.

When a member is placed in jail, a public post will be made in the Jail Sentances thread. The post will be very short, stating the reason for the warning. It's purpose is to explain why the warning was earned, as often it is not immediately clear. There is also a record of jail sentances at the courthouse.




Remember this is an organized community where we can come together as Canadians and other nationalities to share ideas surrounding our day to day lives. Open debate is encouraged, but keep it clean. By posting on the Canadaka.net boards you agree to all rules and regulations stated above.

   

Moderator Guidelines

Please use your privileges sparingly. I've found that the need to change content is rare.

When to edit a message
- Contains profanity
- Contains off-topic content
- Violates the user agreement in some other way (contains advertising, is a personal attack, etc.)

please use the blue text to edit messages.
In general, it is preferable to edit a message rather than delete it entirely.



When to lock a topic

Discussion is heading off-topic, but does not merit deletion.
The initial message and replies contain valuable information, but further discussion is not desired
Topic is a repeat of another post.


When to "delete" a topic or message

- Unacceptable behavior
- No part of the topic/message is salvageable by editing
- Illegal/defamatory statements

Basically, "delete" a message whenever there is no value to leaving it in place. You have the choice to lock the topic in place, or move it to the "Flaming Dumpster" forum. Only spam, advertising and extreme case topics should be removed from public view to the "topic graveyard". The "Flaming Dumpster" forum does not show up on the recent topics lists, its just there for public record. Moderators should never completely delete a topic.



When to move a topic

Off-topic discussion that would better fit another topical forum.

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Sometimes it is difficult to decide whether to lock a topic or delete it. In general, deference should be given to the members participating, and it's better to lock a topic than to delete it. (If there are individual messages in the thread that are offensive, they can be individually removed---just be careful that the remaining thread still makes sense.)

If a thread has been locked, Staff should not post to it (except for administrative purposes, and rarely at that). If further discussion is warranted on the topic, consider unlocking it. Note that since Staff can post to any topic (locked or not) you must be vigilant for the "locked" icon at the top - closed threads have no other identifying marks for Staff, as they do for regular users.