1. Acknowledgment and Acceptance of Risk
I, the undersigned Participant (or the Parent/Guardian of a minor Participant), acknowledge and agree that in consideration of being permitted to enter, use, and participate in activities, programs, and services provided by The C4 Ball Hockey League at the Comox Valley Sports Centre (the “Activities”), I freely and voluntarily agree to the terms outlined in this Agreement.
I understand that the Releasees include The C4 Ball Hockey League, Comox Valley Sports Centre, and all associated directors, officers, employees, volunteers, coaches, officials, contractors, sponsors, advertisers, agents, and other participants.
2. Description of Risks
I understand and acknowledge that participation in ball hockey and related activities involves foreseeable and unforeseeable risks, including but not limited to:
- Serious personal injury, including broken bones, concussions, or paralysis
- Physical contact with other participants, equipment, or surfaces
- Collisions with boards, nets, or goals
- Equipment malfunction or misuse
- Overexertion, dehydration, sprains, strains, or cardiac incidents
- Use of facilities with inherent surface and structural risks
- Bacterial infections, allergic reactions, and exposure to bodily fluids
- Privacy or data breaches related to digital registration
- Exposure to and transmission of contagious diseases including COVID-19, which is highly contagious and has been declared a global pandemic by the World Health Organization
I acknowledge that the Releasees cannot eliminate all risks, and that my participation is entirely voluntary.
3. Assumption of Risk and Voluntary Participation
I confirm that:
- I am in adequate physical and mental condition to safely participate in the Activities
- I will follow all rules, safety instructions, and health protocols
- I am solely responsible for the proper selection and fitting of protective equipment, including helmets
- I will not participate while impaired by alcohol, drugs, or any other condition that may affect my ability
- If I observe an unsafe condition, I will immediately notify a league representative and remove myself from participation
- I am participating at my own risk and accept full responsibility for any consequences, including illness, injury, disability, or death
4. Waiver, Release, and Indemnity
In consideration of my (or my child/ward’s) participation in the Activities, I agree to:
- WAIVE ANY AND ALL CLAIMS that I may have now or in the future against the Releasees
- RELEASE AND FOREVER DISCHARGE the Releasees from any and all liability for any loss, damage, expense, or injury, including death, due to any cause whatsoever, including negligence or breach of duty of care
- INDEMNIFY AND HOLD HARMLESS the Releasees from any claims, demands, or costs arising out of or in connection with my (or my child/ward’s) participation in the Activities
- NOT TO SUE OR MAKE ANY CLAIM against the Releasees with respect to any matter covered by this waiver
- This release applies to all claims, whether known or unknown, arising now or in the future, and includes claims relating to COVID-19 exposure and transmission.
5. General Terms
This Agreement shall be governed exclusively by the laws of the Province of British Columbia, and any litigation shall take place in the courts of British Columbia
If any provision is found to be unenforceable, the remaining terms shall remain in full effect
This Agreement is binding on myself, my heirs, executors, administrators, next of kin, successors, and assigns
6. Acknowledgment of Understanding
I have read and fully understood this Agreement. I am aware that by signing this document I am waiving certain legal rights which I or my child/ward may have against the Releasees. I sign this voluntarily and without inducement.
7. Parent/Guardian Acknowledgment (If Participant is Under 18)
I, the undersigned, am the parent or legal guardian of the minor named below. I have read and understood this Agreement in full, and I agree to all terms on behalf of my child/ward. I voluntarily consent to their participation in the Activities and accept the risks and responsibilities outlined above.