SUMMER EQUIPMENT RENTAL RELEASE OF LIABILITY WAIVER
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RELEASE OF LIABILITY, WAIVER OF CLAIMS, ASSUMPTION OF RISKS AND INDEMNITY AGREEMENT (hereinafter referred to as the “Release Agreement”) BY SIGNING THIS DOCUMENT YOU WILL WAIVE OR GIVE UP CERTAIN LEGAL RIGHTS, INCLUDING THE RIGHT TO SUE, FOR NEGLIGENCE, BREACH OF CONTRACT OR BREACH OF THE OCCUPIERS’ LIABILITY ACT OR CLAIM COMPENSATION FOLLOWING AN ACCIDENT PLEASE READ CAREFULLY! |
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TO: Banff Ski School Ltd dba Ski Big 3; Ski Banff-Lake Louise-Sunshine; Norquay Mystic Ridge Ltd., The Lake Louise Ski Area Ltd.; and Sunshine Village Corporation and all associated and affiliated companies of any of the foregoing, and each of their respective directors, officers, employees, instructors, guides, agents, representatives, volunteers, independent contractors, subcontractors, sponsors, insurers, suppliers, equipment manufacturers and distributors, successors and assigns (all of whom are hereinafter collectively referred to as the “Releasees”).
RENTAL AGREEMENT
1. I accept full responsibility for the care of the rental equipment (“the Equipment”) described on this form and I agree to pay for any
damage to the Equipment and replace at full retail value any Equipment not returned by the agreed date.
2. I am familiar with the proper use of the Equipment. I understand that the rental technicians are able to answer questions I may
have as to the proper use of the Equipment.
3. I agree to return the Equipment in clean condition to avoid any additional charges.
4. I understand I am responsible for any lost or stolen Equipment, and that I am responsible for the Equipment until it has been
returned to and inspected by the Banff Adventure Hub.
5. I understand the Equipment I leave with must be the Equipment I return.
6. I understand that my credit card may be used as payment for overdue, lost, stolen, or damaged Equipment.
RESTRICTED USE OF INFLATABLE STAND UP PADDLEBOARD & INFLATABLE KAYAKS
I understand that use of this equipment is subject to Federal, Provincial & Municipal laws and restrictions that could result in financial and other penalties for contravening. I acknowledge that I must familiarize myself with any such laws and restrictions such as, but not limited to; self-certification permits, trail closures, trail restrictions, water bodies closures/restrictions and watercraft cleaning protocols before using this equipment. I understand these laws and restrictions may change without notice and that the relevant enforcement agency in the location I use the equipment is the only reliable source for information.
ASSUMPTION OF RISKS
I am aware that inflatable stand-up paddle boarding, inflatable kayaking and use of bear spray, hiking poles and ice cleats involve risks, dangers and hazards and that injuries are a common and ordinary occurrence in these sports/activities.
INFLATABLE STAND UP PADDLEBOARD & INFLATABLE KAYAK SAFETY
I have been advised to wear an approved personal floatation device while paddle boarding and/or kayaking. I am familiar with the proper use of the rental equipment, including how to self-rescue, and of the environment including currents and weather effects. I acknowledge that I am a competent swimmer.
INFLATABLE STAND UP PADDLEBOARD & INFLATABLE KAYAK RENTAL - ASSUMPTION OF RISKS
I am aware that stand up paddleboarding and/or kayaking and the rental of paddleboarding and/or kayaking equipment involves many risks, dangers and hazards including, but not limited to: accidents which occur during transportation or travel to and from the put in; slips and falls while getting onto or off of the SUPs or kayaks; overturning of the stand up paddleboards or kayaks; loss of balance; impact,
collision with or entrapment by trees, logs, deadfall, boats or equipment; hypothermia; drowning, changing and inclement weather conditions including storms, high wind, high waves, and lightning; encounters with domestic or wild animals; mechanical failure of the equipment, negligence on the part of other participants and NEGLIGENCE ON THE PART OF THE RELEASEES, INCLUDING FAILURE
ON THE PART OF THE RELEASEES TO TAKE REASONABLE STEPS TO PROTECT OR SAFEGUARD ME FROM THE RISKS, DANGERS AND HAZARDS OF STAND UP PADDLEBOARDING AND/OR KAYAKING.
BEAR SPRAY SAFETY
Bear repellant products shall not be rented to individuals under the age of 18. Bear repellent products are registered under the Pest Control Products Act; it is illegal to use a pest control product without following label directions. Capsaicin sprays have proven effective in repelling aggressive bears only when sprayed directly in the eyes and nose, and should be used only as a last resort. Capsaicin sprays will not repel bears from treated objects or areas, and may result in increased investigation of sites
by bears. Canisters should not be test fired in areas inhabited by bears. If a canister has been test fired, all residues of the spray should be washed from the canister nozzle and cap with soap and water before being transported to areas inhabited by bears. In no event should bear spray be sprayed at any person. The sole appropriate use for bear spray is in response to a direct confrontation with an aggressive
bear. It is illegal to use bear spray without following label directions. Bear spray is rented without warranty expressed or implied. No warranty or representation is made as to whether the bear spray will work as intended or the ability of the bear spray to protect the renter from injury or death. There is no guaranteed method of responding to a bear attack; each encounter is unique.
Summer Rental – 2026
BEAR SPRAY RENTAL - ASSUMPTION OF RISKS
Using bear spray products will expose the renter to many risks, dangers and hazards including but not limited to; inadvertent or accidental release of the bear spray; and NEGLIGENCE ON THE PART OF THE RELEASEES, INCLUDING FAILURE ON THE PART OF THE RELEASEES TO TAKE REASONABLE STEPS TO PROTECT OR SAFEGUARD ME FROM THE RISKS, DANGERS AND HAZARDS OF USING BEAR SPRAY.
HIKING POLES AND ICE CLEATS SAFETY I understand that hiking poles and ice cleats do not prevent slips, trips, falls, collisions, or loss of balance. I understand that hiking poles may break, bend, collapse, detach, or otherwise fail during use, may become caught on terrain, vegetation, rocks, roots, equipment, or other objects, and may contribute to injuries to the hands, wrists, arms, shoulders, upper body, face, eyes, or head.I understand that ice cleats and traction devices may fail to grip on certain surfaces including gravel, dirt, ice, snow, packed snow, rock, pavement, wood, metal, or uneven or unstable terrain, and may become dislodged, damaged, worn, or ineffective during use. I understand that reliance on hiking poles or ice cleats may create a false sense of security and increase the risk of injury, and that improper use, incorrect sizing, incorrect adjustment, failure to inspect the Equipment, fatigue, weather conditions, or changing terrain conditions may increase the risk of injury. I understand that use of this Equipment may occur in uncontrolled natural environments where hazards may not be marked and where access to assistance or emergency services may be limited or delayed.
HIKING POLES AND ICE CLEATS – ASSUMPTION OF RISKS
I understand that the use of hiking poles and ice cleats involves risks, dangers and hazards that may result in serious injury or death; and NEGLIGENCE ON THE PART OF THE RELEASEES, INCLUDING FAILURE ON THE PART OF THE RELEASEES TO TAKE REASONABLE STEPS TO PROTECT OR SAFEGUARD ME FROM THE RISKS, DANGERS AND HAZARDS OF USING HIKING POLES AND ICE CLEATS. I FREELY ACCEPT AND FULLY ASSUME ALL RISKS, DANGERS AND HAZARDS ASSOCIATED WITH THE USE OF THE EQUIPMENT AND FULLY ASSUME ALL SUCH RISKS, DANGERS AND HAZARDS AND THE POSSIBILITY OF PERSONAL INJURY, DEATH, PROPERTY DAMAGE OR LOSS RESULTING THEREFROM.
In consideration of the rental of the Equipment, I hereby agree as follows
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2. TO HOLD HARMLESS AND INDEMNIFY THE RELEASEES from any and all liability for any damage to the property of or personal injury to any third party, resulting from my use of the Equipment;
3. This Release Agreement shall be effective and binding upon my heirs, next of kin, executors, administrators, assigns and representatives, in the event of my death or incapacity;
4. This Release Agreement and any rights, duties and obligations as between the parties to this Release Agreement shall be governed by and interpreted solely in accordance with the laws of Alberta and no other jurisdiction; and
5. Any litigation involving the parties to this Release Agreement shall be brought solely within Alberta and shall be within the exclusive jurisdiction of the Courts of Alberta.
In entering into this Release Agreement I am not relying upon any oral or written representations or statements made by the Releasees with respect to the safety of inflatable stand-up paddle boarding, inflatable kayaking and use of bear spray, hiking poles and ice cleats other than what is set forth in this Agreement.
I HAVE READ AND UNDERSTAND THIS RELEASE AGREEMENT AND I AM AWARE THAT BY SIGNING THIS RELEASE AGREEMENT I AM WAIVING CERTAIN LEGAL RIGHTS THAT I OR MY HEIRS, NEXT OF KIN, EXECUTORS, ADMINISTRATORS, ASSIGNS AND REPRESENTATIVES MAY HAVE AGAINST THE RELEASEES. I ACKNOWLEDGE THAT I AM SIGNING THIS RELEASE AGREEMENT FREELY AND VOLUNTARILY AND INTEND MY SIGNATURE TO BE A COMPLETE AND UNCONDITIONAL RELEASE OF ALL LIABILITY.
