READYPRONOW CONTRACTOR AGREEMENT

READYPRONOW CONTRACTOR AGREEMENT

Effective Date: May 9, 2026

1. PURPOSE

ReadyProNow operates a technology platform that connects service providers with clients seeking services.

This Agreement governs your participation as a Contractor on the ReadyProNow platform (“Platform”).

2. INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR STATUS

You are an independent contractor, not an employee, partner, or agent of ReadyProNow.

You are solely responsible for:
• Your business operations
• Work performed
• Pricing (where applicable)
• Taxes and remittances
• Compliance with laws and regulations

Nothing in this Agreement creates an employment relationship.

3. ELIGIBILITY & COMPLIANCE REQUIREMENTS

You represent and warrant that you:
• Hold all required licenses and certifications
• Maintain a minimum of $2,000,000 CAD in general liability insurance
• Comply with all applicable laws, including workplace and safety regulations (including WSIB where applicable)

Proof Requirement

You must provide proof of licensing and insurance:
• Upon onboarding
• Upon renewal
• At any time upon request

Failure to maintain insurance or other required compliance may result in immediate suspension, including removal from active jobs, or termination.

4. PLATFORM USE & SERVICE OBLIGATIONS

You agree to:
• Respond promptly to job notifications
• Respond to new leads within 2 hours when marked active on the Platform
• Respond to active client communications within 4 hours during active availability periods
• Maintain active communication when marked available
• Honor accepted bookings
• Perform services in a professional, lawful, and workmanlike manner

For purposes of this Agreement, “professional service” means arriving reasonably on time, communicating clearly with Clients, and performing work to a reasonable industry standard.

Missed Jobs / Poor Performance

ReadyProNow may apply progressive enforcement measures including:
• Warning notices
• Temporary suspension
• Permanent termination

Repeated missed jobs, poor communication, cancellations, no-shows, or customer complaints may result in account penalties or termination.

5. INITIAL SERVICE CALL PAYMENTS

The initial service call fee is collected by ReadyProNow through the Platform on behalf of the Contractor.

ReadyProNow will facilitate payout of the service call fee to the Contractor after the scheduled service visit, subject to:
• Service completion
• Compliance with this Agreement
• Any applicable disputes or payment holds

ReadyProNow reserves the right to delay payout where fraud, disputes, or compliance concerns exist.

6. ADDITIONAL WORK & REPORTING OBLIGATION

6.1 Definition

“Additional Work” means any work beyond the initial service call that results from a Platform-generated lead.

6.2 Payment

Payment for Additional Work is arranged directly between the Client and Contractor unless otherwise specified.

6.3 Platform Fees

Contractor agrees to pay 5% of the total value of all Additional Work.

Contractor agrees to pay all applicable subscription or platform fees. Fees are non-refundable unless otherwise stated.

6.4 Mandatory Reporting

Contractor must report all Additional Work through the Platform.

Failure to report constitutes:
• Fee avoidance
• Material breach of this Agreement

If records are unavailable or incomplete, ReadyProNow may estimate Additional Work value based on market rates, project scope, available communications, comparable industry pricing, or other reasonably available information for purposes of fee assessment and enforcement.

7. NON-CIRCUMVENTION

You agree not to:
• Bypass the Platform to avoid fees
• Solicit or accept direct/off-platform work from any client introduced through ReadyProNow

Duration

This obligation applies:
• During your use of the Platform
• For 1 month after first client contact

8. PAYMENT AUTHORIZATION

8.1 Contact Unlock Fee

Contractor agrees to pay $15 + applicable tax per contact unlock, charged when client contact information is accessed.

8.2 Fee Authorization

Contractor authorizes ReadyProNow to automatically charge stored payment methods for:
• Contact unlock fees
• Membership fees
• Additional work fees
• Outstanding balances

8.3 Late Payments

Unpaid balances are subject to 2% monthly interest (24% annually).

ReadyProNow may suspend payouts or account access for overdue balances.

8.4 Collections & Personal Guarantee

You agree that:
• Outstanding balances may be sent to collections
• ReadyProNow may pursue legal recovery

You provide a personal guarantee for all payment obligations under this Agreement.

9. AUDIT RIGHTS

ReadyProNow reserves the right to:
• Request job records
• Request invoices related to Platform-generated work
• Audit your compliance with this Agreement

Failure to comply may result in:
• Warning notices
• Account suspension
• Immediate termination
• Additional fees or estimated assessments

10. CANCELLATIONS & NO-SHOW EXPECTATIONS

You agree to:
• Honor scheduled appointments
• Provide notice if unable to attend

Repeated cancellations or no-shows may result in account penalties or termination.

11. CUSTOMER INTERACTION & CONDUCT

You agree to:
• Act professionally and respectfully
• Provide accurate quotes and scope
• Avoid misleading or deceptive practices

12. DISCLAIMER & LIMITATION OF LIABILITY

ReadyProNow:
• Does not guarantee job volume or income
• Does not guarantee lead quality
• Is not responsible for client actions or non-payment

To the maximum extent permitted by law, ReadyProNow is not liable for:
• Loss of income
• Business interruption
• Indirect or consequential damages

13. INDEMNIFICATION

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless ReadyProNow from any claims arising from:
• Your services
• Your business operations
• Your breach of this Agreement

14. TERM & TERMINATION

14.1 Term

This Agreement remains in effect until terminated.

14.2 Termination by ReadyProNow

We may suspend or terminate your account at any time for:
• Breach of this Agreement
• Risk, fraud, or legal exposure
• Platform integrity concerns

14.3 Survival

The following sections survive termination:
• Fees & payment obligations
• Non-circumvention
• Audit rights
• Indemnification
• Liability limitations

15. RECORD RETENTION

You agree to maintain records of:
• Jobs completed
• Additional work performed
• Client communications

For a minimum of 12 months.

16. NO ASSIGNMENT

You may not assign or transfer this Agreement without written consent.

17. ELECTRONIC ACCEPTANCE

By accepting this Agreement electronically, you agree that:
• It is legally binding
• It has the same effect as a signed document

18. GOVERNING LAW

This Agreement is governed by the laws of the Province of Ontario and applicable federal laws of Canada.

19. DISPUTE RESOLUTION

Disputes shall be resolved through:
1. Good faith negotiation
2. Mediation (where applicable)
3. Courts located in Ontario, Canada

20. ENTIRE AGREEMENT

This Agreement, together with the ReadyProNow Terms of Service and incorporated policies, constitutes the entire agreement.

In the event of conflict, this Agreement governs Contractor obligations.

21. CONTACT INFORMATION

ReadyProNow Inc.
Email: info@readypronow.com
Address: 1341 Route 650 Casselman, ON K0A 1M0

22. SIGNATURE

Contractor Legal Name: __________________________

Company Name (if applicable): ____________________

Signature: _____________________________________

Date: _________________________________________