Walk with TNCC in the Santa Claus Parade

1. Assumption of Risk. I understand that participating in the Timmins Santa Claus Parade — walking in an outdoor parade after dark, in November weather, among large crowds, vehicles, other participants, and dogs — involves inherent risks including but not limited to slips, trips, and falls on uneven or slippery surfaces; cold-weather exposure and frostbite; collisions with people, vehicles, or objects; and unpredictable behaviour from dogs, spectators, or other participants. I voluntarily accept and assume all such risks.

2. Weather. The parade is a rain, snow, or shine event. I understand I may be outdoors for approximately 2–3 hours and I am solely responsible for dressing appropriately for the weather and taking precautions to protect myself and any children in my care from the cold.

3. Visibility & Lighting. The parade begins at 6:00 p.m. after dark. I understand I am responsible for making myself visible to spectators, vehicles, and other participants, and I will wear lights, reflective gear, or other visible accessories.

4. Arrival & Marshalling. I understand I must arrive at the designated marshalling area by 4:30 p.m. and that late arrivals may not be able to join the entry.

5. Personal Responsibility & Liability. I acknowledge that I am solely and fully responsible and liable for myself, for my dog, and for every person in my party throughout my participation in the parade. This responsibility applies at all times — during marshalling, along the parade route, and after the parade concludes — and extends to any action, omission, injury, loss, or damage involving myself, my dog, or the people accompanying me, whether caused by me, my dog, or any member of my party.

6. Dogs. If I bring a dog, I confirm my dog is comfortable around large crowds, loud noises, vehicles, and other dogs, and is up to date on all vaccinations including a current rabies vaccination. I will keep my dog on a leash at all times, maintain control of my dog, and remove my dog from the parade if its behaviour becomes a safety concern. I am solely responsible and liable for my dog's behaviour and for any injury, damage, or loss my dog may cause to any person, animal, or property.

7. Children & Accompanying Persons. Any child walking in the parade must be 14 years of age or older and must be accompanied by a responsible adult at all times. I accept full responsibility and liability for the supervision, safety, conduct, and actions of any children and any other persons in my party throughout the parade.

8. Release of Liability. In consideration for being permitted to participate, I hereby release, waive, and discharge The Northern Collar Club, its owners, organizers, volunteers, members, and the City of Timmins from any and all claims, demands, damages, or causes of action arising from or related to my participation, my dog's participation, or the participation of any person in my party, including any injury, loss, or damage to myself, my dog, any person accompanying me, or any property, except to the extent caused by the gross negligence or willful misconduct of The Northern Collar Club. This release is intended to be as broad as permitted under the laws of the Province of Ontario.

9. Emergency Care. In the event of an emergency where I cannot immediately be reached, I authorize The Northern Collar Club to arrange emergency medical or veterinary care for me, my children, or my dog as deemed necessary, and I agree to be responsible for any costs incurred.

10. Photo Consent. I understand the parade is a public event and that photographs and video may be taken by The Northern Collar Club, the City of Timmins, media, and spectators, and may be used for promotional, educational, or marketing purposes.

11. Communication. I understand The Northern Collar Club will contact me by email with marshalling and meeting details.