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In consideration of Canada Running Series Inc. accepting my volunteer participation in this running event (hereinafter “the Event”), I, the below undersigned, intending to be legally bound, for myself, my heirs, my executors and administrators, agree as follows: 

AS A CONDITION of my volunteer participation in the Event, I ASSUME ALL RISK of personal injury, death, or property loss resulting from any cause whatsoever, including, but not limited to, the negligence, gross negligence, breach of contract or breach of statutory duty of care on the part of Canada Running Series Inc., Canada Running Series Foundation, Tata Consultancy Services Canada Inc., Fast North Corp. (Race Roster), Race Roster North America Corp., ASICS Corporation, The Toronto Police Service, The Toronto Police Service Board, The Chief of Police, The Toronto Transit Commission, The City of Toronto, The Board of Governors of Exhibition Place, Enercare Inc., Beanfield Technologies Inc., Maple Leaf Sports & Entertainment Ltd., BPC Coliseum Inc., and their respective directors, officers and employees, Athletics Ontario, Athletics Canada, Sports Technology and Timing Systems Limited (Sportstats), Garmin International Inc., Bristol Truck Rentals, Sunbelt Rentals/White’s LES, Higgin’s/Element Event Rentals, Made with Local Snack Foods Inc., Chantler’s Environmental Services, Odyssey Medical Inc., A. Lassonde Inc., Yoplait Liberte Canada, Haleon Canada ULC (Voltaren),The Wawanesa Mutual Insurance Company, Mega Stage Inc., SHOKZ (Singapore) PTE. LTD., Flair Airlines Ltd., Kenvue Canada Inc. (Neutrogena), Subaru Canada, Inc., Organika Inc., Running Room Canada Inc., Bausch + Lomb Canada, Athletic Brewing Company LLC, CanPrev Natural Health Products, Ltd, Athlete’s Care Sports Medicine, Dwight Crane Ltd., Astrodog Media., BGI Riders, Yamaha Motor Canada Inc., GU Energy Labs, Chiquita Fresh North America L.L.C., Arashido Taiko, it’s employees, volunteers, organizers, contractors, associates, representatives, sponsors, successors and assigns (collectively the “Canada Running Series Group”).

I AGREE that the Canada Running Series Group shall NOT BE LIABLE for any such personal injury, death or property loss as a result of my volunteer participation in the Event and I release Canada Running Series Group and WAIVE ALL MY RIGHTS and CLAIMS with respect thereto.

I AGREE NOT TO SUE the Canada Running Series Group for any loss, injury, costs or damages of any form or types, howsoever caused or arising, and whether directly or indirectly from my participation in the Event as a volunteer.

I AGREE TO INDEMNIFY and to SAVE and HOLD HARMLESS the Canada Running Series Group and each of them, from any litigation expense, legal fees, liability, damage, award or cost, of any form or type whatsoever, they may incur due to any claim made against them, or any of them, as a result of my participation in the Event as a volunteer whether the claim is based on the negligence or gross negligence of the Canada Running Series Group or otherwise.

I HAVE READ AND UNDERSTAND THIS AGREEMENT AND I AM AWARE THAT BY AGREEING TO THIS WAIVER AGREEMENT I AM GIVING UP CERTAIN SUBSTANTIAL LEGAL RIGHTS INCLUDING THE RIGHT TO SUE.  THIS VIRTUAL EVENT IS GOVERNED BY THE LAWS OF ONTARIO.

FOR VOLUNTEERS OF MINOR AGE (UNDER AGE 18 AT THE TIME OF REGISTRATION)

ACKNOWLEDGMENT BY PARENT/GUARDIAN

I am the parent/guardian of the minor child/ward (hereinafter “Minor Child”) identified above having full legal responsibility for decisions regarding my Minor Child; and

I’m familiar with and accept, on behalf of myself and my Minor Child that there is the risk of serious injury and death in participation as a volunteer in this event;

I have satisfied myself and believe that my Minor Child is physically, emotionally and mentally able to participate in the Event; and

I understand, and will instruct my Minor Child, that all applicable rules for participation in the Event as a volunteer must be followed and that at all times the sole responsibility for personal safety of my Minor Child remains with myself and my Minor Child.

Canada Running Series Photo Release:

I hereby grant Canada Running Series (“CRS”) permission to use my likeness in a photograph, video, or other digital media (“photo”) in any and all of its publications, including web-based publications, without payment or other consideration.

This grant includes, without limitation, the right to publish such images on the CRS website, publications and PR/promotional materials, such as marketing materials, admissions publications, advertisements, fund-raising materials, and any other CRS-related publication.

I understand and agree that CRS may retain the services of a third party to produce the photos. I also understand and agree that all photos will become the property of CRS and will not be returned, although I will be provided with an opportunity to purchase pictures of myself taken at a CRS event.

I hereby irrevocably authorize CRS to edit, alter, copy, exhibit, publish, or distribute these photos for any lawful purpose. In addition, I waive the right to inspect or approve the finished product wherein my likeness appears. Additionally, I waived any right to royalties or other compensation arising or related the use of the photo.

I HAVE READ AND UNDERSTAND THE ABOVE PHOTO RELEASE. I AFFIRM THAT I AM AT LEAST 18 YEARS OF AGE, OR, IF I AM UNDER 18 YEARS OF AGE, I HAVE OBTAINED THE REQUIRED CONSENT OF MY PARENTS/GUARDIANS AS EVIDENCED BY THEIR SIGNATURES BELOW.

Zero Tolerance Policy:

Canada Running Series is committed to fostering an equitable and inclusive global running community to promote accessible running for all. We celebrate and welcome the diversity of all employees, stakeholders, event staff, volunteers, and participants. It is the policy of Canada Running Series, and by extension, its volunteers, to foster an environment that respects people's dignity, ideas and beliefs thereby ensuring a safe, comfortable, and supportive environment free from discrimination, harassment and hate. Violation of this policy will lead to the review of your continued participation and may result in immediate removal from the event. By agreeing to the zero tolerance policy, you acknowledge your commitment to upholding Canada Running Series’ inclusion policy.

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