Compliance Non‑Lending Legal Position Together Rise is a charitable, non‑profit community support program, not a lender or financial institution. Interest‑Free Model We do not charge interest, penalties, or hidden fees. Non‑Lending Legal Position Anyone 18+ living in Ontario with verifiable income and a guarantor. Non‑Lending Legal Position No. All support is 100% interest‑free. Membership Compliance Membership fees support the charitable program and are not interest. Verification Standards All documents must be clear, current, and verifiable. Guarantor Compliance Guarantors must understand their responsibility and complete their form independently. Repayment Compliance Repayments are made through a Pre‑Authorized Debit (PAD) Agreement. Privacy & Data Compliance We do not store SIN numbers or run credit checks.