Fireweed Runners Grades 6&7

FIREWEED RUNNERS

A program of Run for Life

PARTICIPANT WAIVER, RELEASE OF LIABILITY, ASSUMPTION OF RISK, AND MEDIA RELEASE

1. Acknowledgement of Risk

I, the undersigned participant (or, if the participant is a minor, the undersigned parent/legal guardian),

understand that participation in Fireweed Runners activities — including but not limited to group runs,

training

sessions, clinics, and races organized under this program — involves inherent risks. These risks include,

without limitation, uneven or unpredictable terrain, road and trail conditions, weather (including

extreme cold,

heat, ice, or wildlife encounters), traffic, physical exertion, collision with other participants, equipment

failure,

and the general risks associated with outdoor physical activity in the Yukon. I understand these risks

cannot

be eliminated regardless of the care taken by the organizers to avoid injury.

I confirm that I am voluntarily participating and that I am physically fit and able to take part, or have

consulted

a physician if I have any concern about my ability to safely do so.

2. Release of Liability and Waiver of Claims

In consideration of being permitted to participate in Fireweed Runners activities, I, on behalf of myself,

my heirs, executors, administrators, and assigns, hereby release, waive, discharge, and covenant not to

sue:

• Run for Life (the non-profit organization under which Fireweed Runners operates), its directors,

officers,

employees, and volunteers;

• The Fireweed Initiative and its principal, Natalie Thivierge in her capacity as founder and director of

Fireweed Runners;

• The City of Whitehorse, its officers, employees, agents, and volunteers;

from any and all liability, claims, demands, actions, or causes of action

whatsoever arising out of or related to any loss, damage, or injury, including death, that may be

sustained by

me, or to any property belonging to me, while participating in Fireweed Runners activities, whether

caused by the negligence of the Released Parties or otherwise, except where caused by the gross

negligence or wilful

misconduct of a Released Party.

I further agree to indemnify and hold harmless the Released Parties from any loss, liability, damage, or

cost

they may incur due to my participation, whether caused by my own negligence or otherwise.

3. Medical Treatment Authorization

In the event of an injury or medical emergency during a Fireweed Runners activity, I authorize the

Released

Parties to secure emergency medical treatment on my behalf, including transportation to a medical

facility,

and I agree to be financially responsible for any costs associated with that treatment.

4. Media Release and Consent

I understand that Fireweed Runners, Run for Life, and the City of Whitehorse may take photographs,

video, or

audio recordings during Fireweed Runners activities for the purpose of promotion, funding and

sponsorship

reporting, community outreach, and social media.

I grant permission for my image, voice, and/or likeness to be:

 Photographed and/or video recorded during Fireweed Runners activities;

 Used by Run for Life, Fireweed Runners, and the City of Whitehorse in print, digital, and social

media

materials, including newsletters, websites, grant/sponsorship reports, and promotional materials;

Reproduced, published, or distributed without further compensation to me.

I understand this consent is voluntary and I may request that a specific photo or video not be used by

contacting Fireweed Runners directly. I release the Released Parties from any claims arising from the use

of

such images or recordings, including any claims of defamation or invasion of privacy.

5. Governing Law

This agreement shall be governed by the laws of the Yukon Territory and the laws of Canada applicable

therein. I confirm that I have read this document in full, understand its contents, and sign it voluntarily,

with full

knowledge of its significance.

Template only — this document has not been reviewed by legal counsel. Before use, confirm this

wording with Run for insurer/board and with the City of Whitehorse's risk management or legal

department, as the City may require its

own standard release language.