All participants must agree to these terms:
I wish to participate in Courage in Motion, a bike ride exceeding 160 kilometres benefiting Beit Halochem Canada, Aid to Disabled Veterans of Israel. The ride is scheduled to take place November 3-7, 2024 in Israel and I agree to abide by the event’s rules, regulations, and instructions, as well as applicable municipal and federal laws and regulations.
I understand that participating in such an event, using public streets and facilities and the use of and participation in services made available to participants during the event (including massage, chiropractic, and medical services), is a potentially hazardous activity and can result in serious injury or death. I am aware of and expressly assume all risks associated with participating in this event, including, without limitation, falls, contact with other participants and objects, the effects of weather, traffic, and the conditions of the streets and route used by the event and I assert that my participation in this event is voluntary.
In consideration for being permitted to participate in this event, I, for myself and/or as Guardian for any participants over 16 but under the age of 18 for whom I am assuming legal responsibility, and for anyone entitled to act on my behalf, hereby waive and release from any and all claims for injuries and damages I may have, or may sustain, arising out of the event or my participation in the event (including without limitation any pre- and post-event activities), against Courage in Motion, Beit Halochem Canada, Aid to Disabled Veterans of Israel, and its Friends organizations, the State of Israel, any beneficiaries, sponsors, officials, participating clubs, communities, organizations, friends of the event, riders, crew members, participants, third-party vendors, government or public entities (including, without limitation, the Department of Transportation), and their respective affiliates, successors, officers, directors, employees, volunteers, agents, and representatives, including, without limitation, any members of the medical team or nursing staff at the event.
For greater certainty, the Zahal Disabled Veterans Organization (ZDVO) and the Zahal Disabled Veterans Fund (ZDVF) are not the organizers or producers of the Courage in Motion event and as such are not to be held responsible for any claims against the organizers or producers. Moreover, the Jurisdiction Clause above and the Laws of the Province of Ontario do not apply to the ZDVO and the ZDVF.
I intend by this Waiver and Release to release, in advance, and to waive my rights, and/or the rights as Guardian, and/or the rights of participants aged 16 and 17, for whom I have assumed legal responsibility, and to discharge all of the persons and entities mentioned above, from all claims for damages for death, personal injury or property damage (including, without limitation, damage to my bicycle) that I may have, or which may hereafter accrue to me, as a result of my participation in this event, even though that liability may arise from negligence, carelessness, or recklessness (whether simple or gross) on the part of the persons or entities being released, from dangerous or defective property or equipment owned, maintained, or controlled by them or because of their possible liability without fault. I understand and agree that this Waiver and Release is binding on my heirs, assigns, and legal representatives.
I attest that I am physically capable of, and have sufficiently trained for, completing this event. If I am aware of or under treatment for any physical infirmity, ailment or illness, my medical care provider has been apprised of and has approved of, my participation in this event. I acknowledge that I and I alone am solely responsible for my personal health and safety, and the personal property I bring with me, including, without limitation, my bicycle. I consent to receive medical treatment which may be advisable in the event of illness or injuries suffered by me during this event, and I agree to pay for the costs of any such medical treatment. I agree to purchase travelers medical insurance. I agree that my participation in the event is subject to the sole discretion of the organizers of the event and that my participation may be limited or terminated, with or without cause. In the event that I am signing as Guardian, I acknowledge that the foregoing applies to and is binding upon me as Guardian and upon the participant on whose behalf I have assumed full legal responsibility.
I represent and warrant that I will be at least 16 years or older at the time of the event. If I am under the age of 18 I understand I MUST have a guardian accompany me on the event as a fellow registered participant, and the Guardian must sign this form which is legally binding upon me and my Guardian.
I understand that all donations processed by the Courage in Motion/Beit Halochem Canada donation office are non-refundable and non-transferable even if I do not participate in the event. I further understand that my registration fee is non-refundable, non-transferable, does not apply toward my fundraising commitment, and is not tax-deductible. If I am a Cyclist, I understand that I must raise at least $3,600 in order to ride in the event. If I am a non-cyclist, I understand that I must raise at least $1,800. If this is not achieved by October 28, 2024, Beit Halochem Canada must be provided with my credit card details prior to taking part in the ride. If I have not reached the fundraising goal by December 31, 2024, I will have the difference charged to the credit card provided.
Each registered Courage in Motion participant (cyclist/non-cyclist) is responsible for their registration and sponsorship payments in full. Once registered, participants are strongly urged to purchase the appropriate travel cancellation insurance and must purchase medical insurance that includes coverage from a reputable travel agent, insurance company, or other similar provider.
In the event that Beit Halochem Canada, Aid to Disabled Veterans of Israel and/or ZDVO/ZDVF determines, in its sole and absolute discretion and authority, that the Ride cannot take place, whether for health, safety, geopolitical reasons, or otherwise, you will receive the choice of a credit for registration for a future Courage in Motion Ride, or a tax-deductible receipt for your paid registration fee.
I give permission to Courage in Motion/Beit Halochem Canada, Aid to Disabled Veterans of Israel for the free use of my name, photograph, voice, or likeness, in any broadcast, telecast, advertising promotion, or other account of this event or marketing or promotion for future or similar events, and waive any rights of privacy I may have in that regard.
THIS WAIVER AND RELEASE SHALL BE INTERPRETED AND THE RIGHTS OF THE PARTIES DETERMINED UNDER THE LAWS OF THE PROVINCE OF ONTARIO. THE ONTARIO COURTS SHALL HAVE EXCLUSIVE JURISDICTION FOR ANY DISPUTE ARISING UNDER, OR PERTAINING TO, THIS WAIVER AND RELEASE.
I have carefully read this Waiver and Release and fully understand its contents. I am aware that it is a release of liability and a binding contract between me and the persons and entities mentioned above and I sign it of my own free will. I understand that I am giving up substantial rights, including my right to sue. I acknowledge that I am signing this Waiver and Release freely and voluntarily, and intend by my signature (indicate by checking the box on the registration form) to be a complete and unconditional release of all liability to the greatest extent allowed by law.
I agree with the terms and conditions above.