HURON BASS TOUR (HBT)
ASSUMPTION OF RISK, WAIVER OF LIABILITY, INDEMNITY, AND MEMBERSHIP AGREEMENT
PLEASE READ CAREFULLY BEFORE SIGNING. BY SIGNING THIS AGREEMENT, YOU ARE WAIVING CERTAIN LEGAL RIGHTS, INCLUDING THE RIGHT TO SUE, CLAIM, OR PURSUE ANY LEGAL ACTION AGAINST THE RELEASEES.
1. ACKNOWLEDGMENT AND ASSUMPTION OF RISKS
In consideration for being permitted to enter, attend, and participate in any event, competition, or tournament hosted, organized, or sanctioned by the Huron Bass Tour (HBT) (collectively, the “Events”), I, the undersigned participant (and/or parent/legal guardian as applicable), acknowledge and agree that:
a) Inherent & Potential Risks: Fishing tournaments involve strenuous physical activity, navigation of watercraft, and exposure to open bodies of water, carrying inherent risks of injury, severe personal harm, or death.
b) Specific Hazards: I voluntarily assume all risks related to participation, including but not limited to: minor injuries; major injuries; catastrophic injuries resulting in paralysis or death; collision with other vessels, structures, or underwater hazards; extreme or adverse weather conditions (thunderstorms, lightning, high winds, rough waters, high or low water levels, extreme hot or cold temperatures); negligent or wanton acts of other participants or non-participants; equipment failure; and any defects or conditions of the premises, waters, docks, ramps, or launching facilities.
c) Personal Property: The Releasees (defined below) are not responsible for any loss, damage, or theft of personal property, watercraft, tackle, or electronics before, during, or after any Event.
2. RELEASE, WAIVER, AND COVENANT NOT TO SUE
I hereby agree for myself, my estate, heirs, executors, administrators, assigns, and personal representatives to RELEASE, WAIVE, DISCHARGE, AND COVENANT NOT TO SUE:
- The Huron Bass Tour (HBT), its chapters, directors, officers, administrators, representatives, executors, past and present employees, volunteers, agents, supervisors, and participants;
- Harbor Vue Marina, Leisure Bay Landing, Town of NEMI, Little Current Lions Club, Town of Parry Sound, Spider Bay Marina; and
- All event sponsors, partners, land/waterway owners, titleholders, representatives, and successors;
(collectively referred to as the “Releasees”), from ANY AND ALL LIABILITY, CLAIMS, DEMANDS, ACTIONS, OR CAUSES OF ACTION arising out of or related to any loss, damage, personal injury, illness, or death that I may sustain, whether caused by the negligence or fault of the Releasees, breach of contract, breach of statutory duty of care (including duties under Ontario's Occupiers' Liability Act), or otherwise, while participating in, traveling to, or preparing for the Events.
3. INDEMNIFICATION AGREEMENT (APPLICABLE TO ALL PARTICIPANTS AND MINOR CHILDREN)
a) General Indemnity: I agree to INDEMNIFY, DEFEND, AND HOLD HARMLESS the Releasees from and against any and all liabilities, loss, costs, claims, or damages (including legal expenses on a solicitor-client basis) arising out of or connected with my participation in the Events or any negligent act or omission by me.
b) Minor Children (Under 18 Years): If I am signing this agreement as a parent or legal guardian on behalf of a minor child, I acknowledge that while a child’s direct legal right to claim cannot be waived, I AGREE TO INDEMNIFY, DEFEND, AND HOLD HARMLESS THE RELEASEES against any and all claims, actions, damages, or legal proceedings brought by, or on behalf of, the named minor child arising out of their participation in or attendance at any HBT Event.
4. MEDICAL FITNESS & EMERGENCY CARE CONSENT
a) Medical Assessment: I attest that I (and/or my minor child) am physically, mentally, and medically fit to participate in the Events. If I have any doubt regarding my medical condition, pregnancy, or physical impairment, I take full responsibility for consulting a qualified physician prior to competing.
b) Emergency Treatment: I consent to receive emergency medical care, first aid, and emergency transport deemed necessary by medical professionals or tournament officials in the event of injury or illness. I agree that this Waiver extends to any liability arising out of or connected with such emergency medical treatment and transport, including rescue operations.
5. RULES COMPLIANCE, SAFETY, AND TOURNAMENT DISCRETION
a) Rules & Safety Protocols: I agree to fully understand, observe, and obey all rules, regulations, safety procedures, and directives issued by HBT and event officials, as well as all applicable federal and provincial laws.
b) Safety Equipment: In accordance with Government of Canada Transport Publication TP 14659 E, I agree to ensure the watercraft is in good working order, is equipped with one appropriately sized, Canadian-approved Personal Flotation Device (PFD) or lifejacket for each person on board at all times and all safety devices required by law.
c) Discipline & Rule Modifications: I acknowledge and accept that HBT reserves the right to modify any event rules at any time when deemed in the best interest of the tour. HBT and event officials retain full authority to disqualify or permanently ban any participant for behavior that endangers safety, breaches tour rules, or brings disrepute to the tour. I understand that in the event of disqualification or a ban, no entry fees or expenses will be refunded, all accumulated points and titles shall be voided, and any tour property must be returned immediately.
6. WATERCRAFT INSURANCE ATTESTATION
I attest that the watercraft operated during any HBT Event carries valid marine liability insurance in Ontario with coverage of no less than $2,000,000.00 CAD. Proof of coverage will be provided to HBT officials upon request. I agree that should an incident occur due in whole or in part to my negligence or actions, my insurance and personal liability shall cover all damages caused to HBT, event facilities, host venues, competitors, non-competitors, or third parties.
7. HBT MEMBERSHIP & MEDIA RELEASE
Tour Membership: By signing this waiver, both registered anglers agree that they are members of the Huron Bass Tour for the 2027 season, but hold no voting power or legal right to dictate tour operations, scheduling, or governance.
Media & Publicity Release: I grant HBT full permission to record, photograph, stream, and use my name, voice, image, likeness, and tournament results in any medium (print, online, social media, broadcast) for promotional, commercial, educational, or organizational purposes without compensation. I relinquish all rights, titles, and copyright interest in any footage or photo captures taken by or provided to HBT during the Events.
8. SEVERABILITY, GOVERNING LAW, AND JURISDICTION
a) Severability: If any provision, clause, or sub-clause of this agreement is determined by an arbitrator or court of competent jurisdiction to be invalid, illegal, or unenforceable, such provision shall be severed, and the validity, legality, and enforceability of the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.
b) Governing Law: This Agreement shall be governed by, construed, and enforced strictly in accordance with the laws of the Province of Ontario and the federal laws of Canada applicable therein, without regard to conflict of law principles. Any legal proceeding, dispute, or claim arising out of or relating to HBT, its Events, or this Agreement shall be brought exclusively within the courts of the Province of Ontario.
9. COMPREHENSIVE BLANKET RELEASE, ENTIRE AGREEMENT, AND BAR TO ALL CLAIMS
a) Absolute Bar to Claims: This Agreement constitutes an absolute bar and complete defense to any lawsuit, arbitration, administrative proceeding, claim, demand, or cause of action of any kind brought by me (or on my behalf, or by my estate, heirs, assigns, or family) against the Releasees. I explicitly acknowledge and agree that I am completely precluded and barred from suing, making any demand, or claiming any remedy or compensation against the Releasees, regardless of the underlying facts, circumstances, or legal theories asserted.
b) Broad & Unconditional Release of Tour Operations & Discretion: I explicitly release, waive, discharge, and hold harmless the Releasees from any and all claims, demands, damages, losses, expenses, or causes of action arising directly or indirectly out of:
- Any rule change, rule interpretation, or rule enforcement executed by HBT, its directors, or tournament officials before, during, or after an Event;
- Any decision regarding tournament scheduling, venue relocation, event postponement, cancellation, entry refusal, scoring, weighing, prize payout, title award, or structural modification of the tour;
- Any disciplinary action, disqualification, suspension, or permanent ban imposed upon me or any other angler, whether discretionary, administrative, or rule-based;
- Any act, omission, decision, statement, or conduct of the Releasees, whether involving simple or gross negligence, statutory breach, operational failure, oversight, or contractual exercise of discretion.
c) Waiver of Financial, Punitive, and Consequential Damages: Under no circumstances shall HBT or the Releasees be liable to me for any direct, indirect, consequential, punitive, exemplary, incidental, or special damages, including but not limited to lost prize money, lost sponsorship revenue, travel expenses, equipment depreciation, or damage to personal or professional reputation. In all cases, my sole and exclusive maximum potential financial recovery against HBT for any dispute shall be strictly limited to the return of my specific paid entry fee for the individual event in dispute.
d) Non-Disparagement & Breach of Release: I agree that I will not make, publish, or communicate to any person or entity, or in any public forum (including social media platforms, online forums, print, or broadcast media), any defamatory, disparaging, or false statements regarding HBT, its directors, officers, sponsors, host venues, or tournament operations. I further agree that if I, or anyone on my behalf, files any lawsuit, claim, or demand against any Releasee in breach of this Agreement, I shall be liable for and shall immediately reimburse the Releasees for all legal fees, court costs, and expenses (on a full-indemnity, solicitor-and-own-client basis) incurred by the Releasees in defending such action or enforcing this Agreement.
e) Entire Agreement & No Oral Representations: This document represents the entire, integrated agreement between me and HBT regarding liability, assumption of risk, releases, and membership. It supersedes all prior written or oral agreements, understandings, discussions, or representations. No oral statement, promise, or inducement made by HBT or its representatives that is not contained in this written Agreement shall be valid or binding.
HURON BASS TOUR (HBT)
ASSUMPTION OF RISK, WAIVER OF LIABILITY, INDEMNITY, AND MEMBERSHIP AGREEMENT
PLEASE READ CAREFULLY BEFORE SIGNING. BY SIGNING THIS AGREEMENT, YOU ARE WAIVING CERTAIN LEGAL RIGHTS, INCLUDING THE RIGHT TO SUE, CLAIM, OR PURSUE ANY LEGAL ACTION AGAINST THE RELEASEES.
1. ACKNOWLEDGMENT AND ASSUMPTION OF RISKS
In consideration for being permitted to enter, attend, and participate in any event, competition, or tournament hosted, organized, or sanctioned by the Huron Bass Tour (HBT) (collectively, the “Events”), I, the undersigned participant (and/or parent/legal guardian as applicable), acknowledge and agree that:
a) Inherent & Potential Risks: Fishing tournaments involve strenuous physical activity, navigation of watercraft, and exposure to open bodies of water, carrying inherent risks of injury, severe personal harm, or death.
b) Specific Hazards: I voluntarily assume all risks related to participation, including but not limited to: minor injuries; major injuries; catastrophic injuries resulting in paralysis or death; collision with other vessels, structures, or underwater hazards; extreme or adverse weather conditions (thunderstorms, lightning, high winds, rough waters, high or low water levels, extreme hot or cold temperatures); negligent or wanton acts of other participants or non-participants; equipment failure; and any defects or conditions of the premises, waters, docks, ramps, or launching facilities.
c) Personal Property: The Releasees (defined below) are not responsible for any loss, damage, or theft of personal property, watercraft, tackle, or electronics before, during, or after any Event.
2. RELEASE, WAIVER, AND COVENANT NOT TO SUE
I hereby agree for myself, my estate, heirs, executors, administrators, assigns, and personal representatives to RELEASE, WAIVE, DISCHARGE, AND COVENANT NOT TO SUE:
- The Huron Bass Tour (HBT), its chapters, directors, officers, administrators, representatives, executors, past and present employees, volunteers, agents, supervisors, and participants;
- Harbor Vue Marina, Leisure Bay Landing, Town of NEMI, Little Current Lions Club, Town of Parry Sound, Spider Bay Marina; and
- All event sponsors, partners, land/waterway owners, titleholders, representatives, and successors;
(collectively referred to as the “Releasees”), from ANY AND ALL LIABILITY, CLAIMS, DEMANDS, ACTIONS, OR CAUSES OF ACTION arising out of or related to any loss, damage, personal injury, illness, or death that I may sustain, whether caused by the negligence or fault of the Releasees, breach of contract, breach of statutory duty of care (including duties under Ontario's Occupiers' Liability Act), or otherwise, while participating in, traveling to, or preparing for the Events.
3. INDEMNIFICATION AGREEMENT (APPLICABLE TO ALL PARTICIPANTS AND MINOR CHILDREN)
a) General Indemnity: I agree to INDEMNIFY, DEFEND, AND HOLD HARMLESS the Releasees from and against any and all liabilities, loss, costs, claims, or damages (including legal expenses on a solicitor-client basis) arising out of or connected with my participation in the Events or any negligent act or omission by me.
b) Minor Children (Under 18 Years): If I am signing this agreement as a parent or legal guardian on behalf of a minor child, I acknowledge that while a child’s direct legal right to claim cannot be waived, I AGREE TO INDEMNIFY, DEFEND, AND HOLD HARMLESS THE RELEASEES against any and all claims, actions, damages, or legal proceedings brought by, or on behalf of, the named minor child arising out of their participation in or attendance at any HBT Event.
4. MEDICAL FITNESS & EMERGENCY CARE CONSENT
a) Medical Assessment: I attest that I (and/or my minor child) am physically, mentally, and medically fit to participate in the Events. If I have any doubt regarding my medical condition, pregnancy, or physical impairment, I take full responsibility for consulting a qualified physician prior to competing.
b) Emergency Treatment: I consent to receive emergency medical care, first aid, and emergency transport deemed necessary by medical professionals or tournament officials in the event of injury or illness. I agree that this Waiver extends to any liability arising out of or connected with such emergency medical treatment and transport, including rescue operations.
5. RULES COMPLIANCE, SAFETY, AND TOURNAMENT DISCRETION
a) Rules & Safety Protocols: I agree to fully understand, observe, and obey all rules, regulations, safety procedures, and directives issued by HBT and event officials, as well as all applicable federal and provincial laws.
b) Safety Equipment: In accordance with Government of Canada Transport Publication TP 14659 E, I agree to ensure the watercraft is in good working order, is equipped with one appropriately sized, Canadian-approved Personal Flotation Device (PFD) or lifejacket for each person on board at all times and all safety devices required by law.
c) Discipline & Rule Modifications: I acknowledge and accept that HBT reserves the right to modify any event rules at any time when deemed in the best interest of the tour. HBT and event officials retain full authority to disqualify or permanently ban any participant for behavior that endangers safety, breaches tour rules, or brings disrepute to the tour. I understand that in the event of disqualification or a ban, no entry fees or expenses will be refunded, all accumulated points and titles shall be voided, and any tour property must be returned immediately.
6. WATERCRAFT INSURANCE ATTESTATION
I attest that the watercraft operated during any HBT Event carries valid marine liability insurance in Ontario with coverage of no less than $2,000,000.00 CAD. Proof of coverage will be provided to HBT officials upon request. I agree that should an incident occur due in whole or in part to my negligence or actions, my insurance and personal liability shall cover all damages caused to HBT, event facilities, host venues, competitors, non-competitors, or third parties.
7. HBT MEMBERSHIP & MEDIA RELEASE
Tour Membership: By signing this waiver, both registered anglers agree that they are members of the Huron Bass Tour for the 2027 season, but hold no voting power or legal right to dictate tour operations, scheduling, or governance.
Media & Publicity Release: I grant HBT full permission to record, photograph, stream, and use my name, voice, image, likeness, and tournament results in any medium (print, online, social media, broadcast) for promotional, commercial, educational, or organizational purposes without compensation. I relinquish all rights, titles, and copyright interest in any footage or photo captures taken by or provided to HBT during the Events.
8. SEVERABILITY, GOVERNING LAW, AND JURISDICTION
a) Severability: If any provision, clause, or sub-clause of this agreement is determined by an arbitrator or court of competent jurisdiction to be invalid, illegal, or unenforceable, such provision shall be severed, and the validity, legality, and enforceability of the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.
b) Governing Law: This Agreement shall be governed by, construed, and enforced strictly in accordance with the laws of the Province of Ontario and the federal laws of Canada applicable therein, without regard to conflict of law principles. Any legal proceeding, dispute, or claim arising out of or relating to HBT, its Events, or this Agreement shall be brought exclusively within the courts of the Province of Ontario.
9. COMPREHENSIVE BLANKET RELEASE, ENTIRE AGREEMENT, AND BAR TO ALL CLAIMS
a) Absolute Bar to Claims: This Agreement constitutes an absolute bar and complete defense to any lawsuit, arbitration, administrative proceeding, claim, demand, or cause of action of any kind brought by me (or on my behalf, or by my estate, heirs, assigns, or family) against the Releasees. I explicitly acknowledge and agree that I am completely precluded and barred from suing, making any demand, or claiming any remedy or compensation against the Releasees, regardless of the underlying facts, circumstances, or legal theories asserted.
b) Broad & Unconditional Release of Tour Operations & Discretion: I explicitly release, waive, discharge, and hold harmless the Releasees from any and all claims, demands, damages, losses, expenses, or causes of action arising directly or indirectly out of:
- Any rule change, rule interpretation, or rule enforcement executed by HBT, its directors, or tournament officials before, during, or after an Event;
- Any decision regarding tournament scheduling, venue relocation, event postponement, cancellation, entry refusal, scoring, weighing, prize payout, title award, or structural modification of the tour;
- Any disciplinary action, disqualification, suspension, or permanent ban imposed upon me or any other angler, whether discretionary, administrative, or rule-based;
- Any act, omission, decision, statement, or conduct of the Releasees, whether involving simple or gross negligence, statutory breach, operational failure, oversight, or contractual exercise of discretion.
c) Waiver of Financial, Punitive, and Consequential Damages: Under no circumstances shall HBT or the Releasees be liable to me for any direct, indirect, consequential, punitive, exemplary, incidental, or special damages, including but not limited to lost prize money, lost sponsorship revenue, travel expenses, equipment depreciation, or damage to personal or professional reputation. In all cases, my sole and exclusive maximum potential financial recovery against HBT for any dispute shall be strictly limited to the return of my specific paid entry fee for the individual event in dispute.
d) Non-Disparagement & Breach of Release: I agree that I will not make, publish, or communicate to any person or entity, or in any public forum (including social media platforms, online forums, print, or broadcast media), any defamatory, disparaging, or false statements regarding HBT, its directors, officers, sponsors, host venues, or tournament operations. I further agree that if I, or anyone on my behalf, files any lawsuit, claim, or demand against any Releasee in breach of this Agreement, I shall be liable for and shall immediately reimburse the Releasees for all legal fees, court costs, and expenses (on a full-indemnity, solicitor-and-own-client basis) incurred by the Releasees in defending such action or enforcing this Agreement.
e) Entire Agreement & No Oral Representations: This document represents the entire, integrated agreement between me and HBT regarding liability, assumption of risk, releases, and membership. It supersedes all prior written or oral agreements, understandings, discussions, or representations. No oral statement, promise, or inducement made by HBT or its representatives that is not contained in this written Agreement shall be valid or binding.
