OMC COMMUNITY RULES
Ontario Mazda Collective exists to bring Mazda enthusiasts together through cars, events, cruises, friendships and community.
Being part of OMC means representing the community properly — at OMC events, online, and anywhere you are visibly associated with OMC.
These rules apply to all OMC members, guests and participants attending OMC-organized activities.
Every location we use is a privilege.
If we lose a location because of your behaviour, you are hurting the entire community.
OMC events are not street takeovers.
The following are not permitted at OMC events or gathering locations:
Save performance driving for an appropriate controlled environment.
During OMC cruises and convoys:
If you become separated from the group, stay calm and follow the route safely.
Staying together is never more important than driving safely.
OMC is built around the cars, but the community comes first.
Treat members, guests, organizers, photographers, businesses and members of the public with respect.
We do not tolerate:
You do not have to be friends with everyone.
You do have to behave respectfully.
Many OMC events are open to families, younger enthusiasts and members of the general public.
Use common sense.
Behaviour that is excessively disruptive, inappropriate or likely to damage OMC's reputation may result in you being asked to leave.
OMC organizers may provide instructions regarding:
Please cooperate when instructions are given.
Organizers should not have to repeatedly argue with someone over basic event rules.
Do not touch, lean on, sit on or enter another person's vehicle without permission.
Do not interfere with another member's build, belongings or equipment.
Ask before touching someone else's car.
Always.
OMC events are automotive community events where photography and video are common.
Please respect photographers, videographers and other members when creating content.
Do not intentionally use OMC platforms or events to:
Private OMC event information should not be publicly shared unless OMC has approved it for public distribution.
Some OMC activities may be limited to official members or invited guests.
If an event is marked private:
Private access only works when members respect it.
OMC is a community first.
Do not aggressively advertise products, businesses or services to members without permission.
Use designated sales or promotional areas when available.
Scamming, intentionally misleading members or abusing the community for personal gain may result in immediate removal.
Displaying an OMC decal, membership number or other OMC branding means your actions may be associated with the community.
We expect official members to represent OMC responsibly.
What you do with your own vehicle is ultimately your responsibility, but behaviour that seriously damages the community's reputation may affect your membership.
OMC membership is a privilege, not an entitlement.
Depending on the circumstances, violations may result in:
Serious conduct may result in immediate removal without a prior warning.
OMC organizers reserve the right to make reasonable decisions necessary to protect members, event locations and the community.
Respect the property.
Respect the cars.
Respect the people.
Respect the community.
We want OMC to be welcomed back everywhere we go.
Drive safe. Have fun. Look out for each other.