Release and Waiver of Liability
THIS IS A BINDING LEGAL AGREEMENT, IT AFFECTS YOUR LEGAL RIGHTS AND YOUR ABILITY TO PURSUE LEGAL ACTION; PLEASE READ ALL SECTIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE AGREEING TO AND ACCEPTING THESE TERMS.
In order to become a participant at the Regional Recreation Corporation of Wood Buffalo (the "RRC")'s MacDonalds Island Dance Academy (the "MIDA") the undersigned (referred to herein as the "Undersigned" if signed by the participant (the "Participant") or the parent or legal guardian (the "Parent / Guardian") of the Participant under 18) accepts and agrees to the terms of this Participant Agreement, Release and Waiver of Liability (the "Release") in favor of the RRC, the Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo (the "RMWB"); and each and every director, officer, employee, elected official affiliated, agent, delegate, representative, contractor, supplier, volunteer, sponsor and all individuals associated with the RRC and the RMWB with respect to their involvement with the RRC in any way (collectively all such parties are the "Released Parties").
For Participants Under 18
The Parent / Guardian of the Participant personally rep[resents and warrants that he or she is duly authorized to agree to this Release on behalf of the Participant and on behalf of all the parents and guardians of the Participant. The undersigned Parent / Guardian of the Participant has read the release and confirms that he or she hereby agrees to and provides the Release for and on behalf of the Participant, and for and on behalf of himself or herself and all parents or guardians of the Participant, and agrees to all of the provisions and terms of the release.
Assumption of Risk
The Undersigned acknowledges that there are risks inherent in participating in dance, including risks that could be hazardous to the Participant, and may put the Participant at risk of serious injury or illness, including death and other losses. The Undersigned acknowledges that risks and dangers and losses may arise from a number of circumstances, including but not limited to those caused by slippery or wet or otherwise dangerous surface; falling objects; the effects of the weather; traffic and vehicles; equipment; participant's failure to follow safety procedures; diagnosed or undiagnosed health conditions and the actions of other people (including spectators). This release covers claims of liability and death, personal injury and property damage arising out of my participation no matter how caused or whether foreseen or not.
For Event and Festival/Competitive program Participants
The Undersigned acknowledges that there are additional risks inherent in participating and traveling to and/or from dance competitions and other events. Events / Competitions may be held in or outside the region, province, or country and the Undersigned acknowledges that risks and dangers and losses associated with participating and traveling to and/or from Events / Competitions, as they may arise from a number of circumstances. This release covers claims of liability and death, personal injury and property damage arising out of my participation no matter how caused or whether foreseen or not.
Medical Treatment
If the Undersigned is unable to consent at the material time of injury or illness that occurs during the Participant's presence at the RRC and the MIDA, the Undersigned consents to the administration of first aid or another emergency medical treatment for such injury or illness. The Undersigned release and forever discharges the Released Parties from any claim whatsoever which arises or may hereafter arise on account of any first-aid treatment or other medical services provided to the Participant.
Rules and Directions
The Parent / Guardian agrees to comply with and to cause the Participant to comply with all rules, regulations, and instructions of the MIDA, and of all officials and volunteers of the MIDA.
The Participant and Parent / Guardian will obtain, read, understand, and adhere to the guidelines of the Parent Handbook. Handbooks will be available in the first week of classes.
The Participant will wear appropriate dancewear that is demanded by the discipline and listed in the program information.
The RRC and MIDA reserve the right to assign the Participant to a group most appropriate for their age and ability. The RRC and MIDA reserve the right to request any Participant to withdraw from a class if the Participant is not acting in an appropriate and responsible manner. The RRC and MIDA reserve the right to distribute client information to Class Representatives for specific class-related communication purposes.
Any class that does not meet the minimum number of Participants will be cancelled by the RRC and MIDA and a 100% refund will be given with no administration fees.
Registration Fee
The Undersigned understands that this is a binding legal agreement to pay all current and future fees to the RRC. Any payments returned NSF, account closed or credit card rejected or returned items and transactions will be subject to a $ 35 administration fee. All cancellations request will be subject to a 10% full season fee. Starting October 11, 2020 cancellations will only be issued with either a medical certificate or due to relocating outside the Wood Buffalo region. Cancellations requested starting October 12, 2020, will be subject to 20% full season fee". The Undersigned understands that there are no other cancellations, transfers or deferrals for all fees paid and future fees payable.
Privacy and Disclosure
The Undersigned hereby grants the RRC and MIDA permission to use the likeness of the participant in a photograph, video or image in any and all of its publications, marketing materials, and website entries, without payment or any other consideration. The Undersigned understands and agrees that these materials will become the property of the RRC and MIDA and will not be returned. The Undersigned hereby irrevocably authorizes the RRC and MIDA to edit, alter, copy, exhibit, publish or distribute this photo for purposes of publicizing the RRC's and MIDA programs or for any other lawful purpose. in addition, the Undersigned waives the right to inspect or approve the finished product, including a written or electronic copy, wherein the Participant's likeness appears. Additionally, the Undersigned waives any right to royalties or other compensation arising or related to use of the photograph.
Applicability and Enforceability
The Undersigned expressly agrees that this Release is intended to be as broad and inclusive as permitted by the laws of the Province of Alberta. The Undersigned agrees that if any part of the release is held to be invalid or illegal or unenforceable for any reason, such part shall be deemed severed and its invalidity or illegality or unenforceability shall not affect the remaining provisions of this Release, which shall continue to be enforceable. This Release shall be governed by the laws of the Province of Alberta.
Agreement
I the Participant (or Parent or Legal Guardian of the Participant under 18) am at least 18 years old, have read this document, and I understand what it says and intentionally and voluntarily sign this release and waiver of liability and that by doing so am waiving substantial legal rights, which I the Participant (or Parent or Legal Guardian of the Participant under 18), the participant's heirs, next of kin, executors and administrators, and anyone else who might claim or sue in the participant's name or on the participant's behalf, may have against the released parties.
