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SPORT & SOCIAL GROUP INC./SUDBURY SPORT & SOCIAL CLUB
RELEASE OF LIABILITY, WAIVER OF CLAIMS AND INDEMNITY AGREEMENT

WARNING! Please read carefully. By approving this document, you will waive certain legal rights – including the right to sue

1.This is a binding legal agreement; therefore clarify any questions or concerns before executing. As a participant with Sport & Social Group Inc. o/a Sudbury Sport & Social Club (hereinafter the "SSSC") and its offered or associated events, programs, travels and activities (collectively the "Events"), I acknowledge and agree to the following terms:

2. I am at least 18 years of age or older.

Disclaimer
3. SSSC and its directors, officers, committee members, shareholders, members, employees, volunteers, participants, contractor, agents and representatives, owners/operators of any facility used by SSSC (collectively the "Organization") are not responsible for any injury, personal injury, death, damage, property damage, expense, loss of income or loss of any kind suffered by me during, or as a result of, the Events, participating in the Events, use of equipment or facilities, the acts of others, the unavailability of emergency medical care, or caused in any manner whatsoever including, but not limited to, the negligence of the Organization.

Description of Risks
4. I understand and acknowledge that the Events have foreseeable and unforeseeable inherent risks, hazards and dangers that no amount of care, caution or expertise can eliminate, including without limitation, the potential for serious bodily injury, permanent disability, paralysis and loss of life.

5. The Organization has a difficult task to ensure safety and it is not infallible. The Organization may be unaware of my fitness or abilities, may misjudge weather or environmental conditions, may give incomplete warnings or instructions, and the equipment being used might malfunction.

6. The novel coronavirus, COVID-19, has been declared a worldwide pandemic by the World Health Organization and COVID-19 is extremely contagious. The Organization has put in place preventative measures to reduce the spread of COVID-19; however, the Organization cannot guarantee that I will not become infected with COVID-19. Further, participating in the Events could increase my risk of contracting COVID-19.

7. I am participating voluntarily with the Organization and in the Events. In consideration of my participation, I hereby acknowledge that I am aware of the risks, dangers and hazards associated with or related to the Organization and its Events. The risks, dangers and hazards include, but are not limited to, injuries from:
a) Indoor and/or outdoor social and sport activities
b) Using any equipment or services provided by the Organization, including, but not limited to, sports such as: Amazing Races, Australian Rules Football, Ball Hockey, Basketball, Badminton, Benchball, Bowling, Canoeing, Corporate Events, Curling, Dance Classes, Dodgeball, Dragon Boating, Endball, European Team Handball, Fitness Classes, Flag Football, Floor Hockey, Gaelic Football, Golf Lessons, Handoccer, Ice Hockey, Inner Tube Water Polo, Kayaking, Kickball, King’s Court, Lacrosse, Lawn Bowling, Mixed-Martial Arts, Multi-Sport Programs (All Sorts of Sports), Paddling, Paintball, Pilates, Ping Pong, Rock Climbing, Rowing, Rugby Basketball, Running, Sailing, Scavenger Hunts, Self Defense, Soccer, Social Events, Softball, Spinning Classes, Squash, Stand Up Paddle Boarding, Tennis, Touch Football, Touch Rugby, Ultimate Frisbee, Urban Adventures Events, Volleyball, Water Polo, Yoga.

8. The risks, dangers, and hazards also include, but are not limited to, injuries from:
a) Failing to comply with the rules established for participation
b) Bad weather conditions including hypothermia, sunstroke, or dehydration
c) Vigorous physical exertion and rapid movements
d) Failing to remain within designated areas
e) Failure to properly use any piece of equipment or from the mechanical failure of any piece of equipment
f) Contact, colliding, falling or being struck by other participants or equipment
g) Contracting COVID-19 or any other contagious disease
h) Not wearing appropriate safety or protective equipment
i) Negligence of other persons, including other spectators, participants, or employees
j) Negligence on the part of the Organization, including failure by the Organization to take reasonable steps to safeguard or protect me from the risks, dangers and hazards associated with my participation in the Events
k) Travel to and from the Events

Good Health/Prerequisite Skills and Training
9. I acknowledge and agree that I have the requisite skills, qualifications, physical abilities, and training necessary for proper and safe use of the equipment and facilities and to participate in the Events. I acknowledge and agree that if I have any questions as to what skills, qualifications or training is necessary to properly use the equipment, facility, or to participate in the Event, I will direct such questions to the Organization. I further acknowledge and agree that any questions relating to my physical ability to properly use the equipment, facility, or to participate in the Event will be determined by me in consultation with my physician, and I shall not rely on any statements or omissions from the Organization. If I believe the conditions of an Event to be unsafe, I will immediately discontinue further participation.

Release of Liability and Disclaimer
10. In consideration of the Organization allowing me to participate in the Events, to use its equipment and permitting me the use of its facilities, I agree:
a) That the sole responsibility for my safety remains with me;
b) I will remove myself from participation if I sense or observe any unusual hazard or unsafe condition; or feel unable or unfit to safely continue;
c) To ASSUME all risks arising out of, associated with or related to, my participation;
d) To WAIVE any and all claims that I may have now or in the future against the Organization;
e) To freely ACCEPT AND FULLY ASSUME all such risks and possibility of personal injury, death, property damage, expense and related loss, including loss of income, resulting from my participation with the Organization or in the Events; and
f) To FOREVER RELEASE AND INDEMNIFY the Organization from any and all liability for any and all claims, demands, actions, damages (including direct, indirect, special and/or consequential), losses, actions, judgments, and costs (including legal fees) (collectively, the "Claims") which I have or may have in the future, that might arise out of, result from, or relate to my participation with the Organization or the Events, my presence at any facilities, the events, activities or programs of the Organization, and/or my traveling to or from the Organization or the Events, even though such Claims may have been caused by any manner whatsoever, including but not limited to, the negligence, gross negligence, negligent rescue, omissions, carelessness, breach of contract and/or breach of any statutory duty of care of the Organization, or any breach under the Occupier's Liability Act, as amended.
g) To FOREVER RELEASE AND INDEMNIFY the Organization from any action related to my becoming exposed to or infected by COVID-19 as a result of, or from, any action, omission or negligence of myself or others, including but not limited to the Organization
h) That the Organization is not responsible or liable for any damage to my vehicle, property, or equipment that may occur as a result of the Events;
i) That negligence includes failure on the part of the Organization to take reasonable steps to safeguard or protect me from the risks, dangers and hazards associated with the Events; and
j) This release, waiver and indemnity is intended to be as broad and inclusive as is permitted by law of the Province of Ontario and if any portion thereof is held invalid, the balance shall, notwithstanding, continue in full legal force and effect

11. Consent for Use of Personal Information and Photo Release

1. I grant permission to the SSSC to photograph and/or record my image and/or voice on still or motion picture film and/or audio tape, and to use this material to promote the SSSC through newsletters, websites, social media, television, film, radio, print and/or display form. I waive any claim to remuneration for use of audio/visual materials used for these purposes. I understand that I may withdraw such consent at any time by contacting the SSSC. The SSSC will advise the implications of such withdrawal.

2. I authorize the SSSC to collect and use personal information about me for the purpose of receiving communications (newsletters, publications, announcements, invitations and other news or information) from the SSSC and posting articles of interest, newsletters, promotions, statistics, images and results on the SSSC's website. This consent is in compliance with the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act. I understand that I may withdraw such consent at any time by contacting the SSSC's Privacy Officer. The Privacy Officer will advise the implications of such withdrawal.

A. I acknowledge that I have read and understand this Consent for Use of Personal Information and Photo Release document, that I am executing this document voluntarily, and that this document is binding upon myself and my heirs, spouse, children, next of kin, executors, administrators and legal or personal representatives.
B. By clicking the "register" button, I agree to be bound to the terms of this document.

REGISTRATION TERMS AND CONDITIONS:

In consideration of my registration with SSSC and my participation in the SSSC’s offered or associated events, programs, travels and activities, I agree as follows:

Policies and Procedures
A. I am aware of and acknowledge reading and knowing all of the policies and procedures relating to the SSSC activities, facilities, and/or equipment as located at https://sudbury.sportsocial.club/rules/ (hereinafter "Policies and Procedures") and understand that the safe and proper use of the facilities, equipment or participation in the activity is dependent upon carefully following such Policies and Procedures.
B. To abide by the Policies and Procedures of the SSSC.
C. That the SSSC reserves the right to revoke my registration at any time for any reason.

Sportsmanship and Fair Play
D. I have read, understood and will abide by the rules of my sport as outlined by SSSC.
E. I understand that I am responsible to call my own fouls. I will not wait for my opponent or the Event Coordinator (if present) to make that decision.
F. I understand that if it is reported by the Event Coordinator or an opponent that I have behaved in an unsporting manner or have not played by the Policies, Procedures or rules, that I could be deregistered, suspended or ejected from the SSSC, with no refund.
G. I understand that my team captain is the only person who can approach the Event Coordinator or the opposing captain regarding concerns surrounding the game. It is my responsibility to let my captain know my concerns so she/he can deal with the matter.

Site/Facility Inspection
H. SSSC attempts to ensure that all venues are safe and suitable for play. The majority of SSSC games are self-officiated and thus a SSSC representative is often not present at games. Therefore, it is the responsibility of the captains and all participants to inspect the playing area prior to playing their game to ensure it is safe for play and to make their OWN decision regarding personal safety in terms of a scheduled venue, playing style and transportation to a SSSC league/event.

Personal Possessions
I. I accept sole responsibility for my personal possessions and athletic equipment.

General
J. That all information provided to the SSSC is accurate and correct.

Acknowledgment
1. I acknowledge that I have read and understand Registration Terms and Conditions, that I am executed this document voluntarily, and that this document is binding upon myself and my heirs, spouse, children, next of kin, executors, administrators and legal or personal representatives.

2. By clicking the "Register" button, I agree to be bound by these terms and conditions.

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