FAQ

Answers to common questions about CDS memberships, events, and more.

Account

How do I sign up?

Account creation will be available soon. Once launched, you’ll be able to click “Sign Up” in the top-right, enter your details, and confirm your email to access your profile.

I didn’t receive the verification email—what should I do?

Check your spam/junk folder and mark us as safe. If it’s not there, use “Resend verification” on the login page or contact us.

How can I change my password?

Go to Login → “Forgot password,” enter your email, and follow the reset link we send you.

How do I update my profile information (name, phone, address)?

After logging in, go to My Account → Profile and edit your details. Save when finished.

How do I delete my account?

Send a request via the Contact Us page from your account email. We will confirm and process it.

Membership

How do I become a CDS member?

This feature will be coming soon. You'll be able to create an account and purchase a membership from the Shop. Your member role is applied automatically after payment.

Do family memberships cover multiple people?

Yes. The primary account holder can add family members under the same plan (instructions are emailed after checkout).

Is renewal automatic?

If you saved a card with Stripe during checkout, your plan renews automatically on the expiry date. You can turn auto-renew off in My Account → Subscriptions.

How do I see when my membership expires?

Go to My Account → Subscriptions. You’ll see your plan, status, and expiry date.

Do members get discounts on events?

Yes! Selected events include member pricing. Log in and the discount applies automatically if your role qualifies.

Events & Tickets

Where do I find my tickets or past orders?

Go to My Account → Orders to view receipts and any downloadable tickets.

What’s the refund policy for event tickets?

Refunds follow our official Terms & Conditions. Please review the refund section on the Terms & Conditions page or contact us with your order number for assistance.

I can’t see member pricing even though I’m logged in.

Confirm your membership is active in My Account → Subscriptions. If active, refresh the event page or log out/in. Still stuck? Contact us.

Donations & Payments

What payment methods are accepted?

We accept major credit cards via Stripe. For special arrangements, please contact us.

Can I get a receipt for my donation or purchase?

Yes. A receipt is emailed automatically and also available under My Account → Orders.

Are donations tax-receiptable?

Official donation receipts depend on current CRA guidelines and our charity status. See our Donations page for details.

Why did my payment fail?

Check that your card details, postal code, and CVC are correct and that your bank allows online/foreign transactions. Try again or contact your bank.

Family & Household

How do I add family members to my plan?

The primary account holder can add family members from My Account → Family (link provided by email after purchase).

How do I remove a family member?

Go to My Account → Family and remove the member, or contact support if you need help.

Email & Newsletter

I’m not receiving emails from CDS.

Check your spam folder, add our address to your contacts, and ensure you’re subscribed. If issues persist, contact us.

Where can I view past newsletters?

Visit our Newsletter Archive page for recent issues.

Privacy & Safety

How is my personal data used?

We use your data to provide membership, events, and community services. See our Privacy Policy for details.

Can I request my data or ask for deletion?

Yes. Submit a request via the Contact page from your account email.

Are my card details stored on the site?

Payments are processed securely by Stripe. Card data is not stored on our servers.

Technical Help

The site looks broken on my phone.

Try refreshing the page, clearing your browser cache, or updating your browser. If the issue persists, send us your device and screenshots.

I can’t log in even with the right password.

Reset your password, ensure caps lock is off, and try another browser. If it still fails, contact us with your email and a brief description.

I was charged but my account didn’t update.

Wait 2–3 minutes, then refresh My Account. If nothing changes, share your order number with support and we’ll fix it.

Volunteering & Sponsorship

How can I volunteer?

Fill out the form on our Contact page and tell us your interests and availability.

Contact & Support

What’s the best way to contact the CDS?

Use the Contact form on our website and include your order number or membership email for faster help.

Where can I find announcements or important updates?

Check the homepage, Events page, and our social channels for the latest updates.