Common Terrain Park PassRelease of Liability, Waiver of Claims and Assumption of Risks Agreement • February 4th, 2017 • Ontario
Contract Type FiledFebruary 4th, 2017 JurisdictionTO: Alpine Ski Club, Batawa Ski Hill, Beaver Valley Ski Club Limited, Caledon Ski Club Limited, Chicopee Ski Club, Craigleith Ski Club, Devil’s Glen Country Club, Georgian Peaks Club, Laurentian Ski Hill Snowboarding Club, Mansfield Ski Club Inc., and Oshawa Ski Club o/a Brimacombe and their directors, officers, employees, instructors, agents, representatives, volunteers, independent contractors, subcontractors, sponsors, successors, assigns and representatives (all of whom are hereinafter collectively referred to as the “Releasees”), and
HUDSON BAY MOUNTAIN RESORT SCHOOL GROUP PROGRAMRelease of Liability, Waiver of Claims and Assumption of Risks Agreement • November 15th, 2023
Contract Type FiledNovember 15th, 2023RELEASE OF LIABILITY, WAIVER OF CLAIMS AND ASSUMPTION OF RISKS AGREEMENT(hereinafter 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 CLAIMCOMPENSATION FOLLOWING AN ACCIDENT PLEASE READ CAREFULLY! Initial Here HELMETS ARE STRONGLY RECOMMENDED In this Release Agreement the term “School Group Program” includes skiing and snowboarding lessons, orientation or instructional sessions, guided ski and snowboard tours and clinics, competitions and events, access to the ski area and use of all facilities including lifts. ASSUMPTION OF RISKSI agree to assume all risks, dangers and hazards of participating in School Group Program including, but not limited to: boarding, riding and disembarking ski lifts; loss of balance or control; slips, trips and falls; collision or impact with natural or man-made objects or with other persons; becoming lost o
RELEASE OF LIABILITY, WAIVER OF CLAIMS AND ASSUMPTION OF RISKS AGREEMENTRelease of Liability, Waiver of Claims and Assumption of Risks Agreement • June 10th, 2016
Contract Type FiledJune 10th, 2016THIS AGREEMENT is made between MOUNTAIN CREEK RESORT, INC. its representatives, agents officers, directors, servants and employees (collectively referred to as "MOUNTAIN CREEK"), and the undersigned (referred to as “I”). MOUNTAIN CREEK AND I agree as follows:
RELEASE OF LIABILITY, WAIVER OF CLAIMS AND ASSUMPTION OF RISKS AGREEMENTRelease of Liability, Waiver of Claims and Assumption of Risks Agreement • January 3rd, 2022 • British Columbia
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RELEASE OF LIABILITY, WAIVER OF CLAIMS AND ASSUMPTION OF RISKS AGREEMENTRelease of Liability, Waiver of Claims and Assumption of Risks Agreement • December 27th, 2023
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WARREN JOBBITT SNOWSPORTS ACADEMYRelease of Liability, Waiver of Claims and Assumption of Risks Agreement • July 16th, 2022
Contract Type FiledJuly 16th, 2022RELEASE OF LIABILITY, WAIVER OF CLAIMS AND ASSUMPTION OF RISKS AGREEMENT(hereinafter the “Release Agreement”)BY SIGNING THIS DOCUMENT YOU WILL WAIVE OR GIVE UP CERTAIN LEGAL RIGHTS, INCLUDING THE RIGHT TO SUE FOR NEGLIGENCE, BREACH OFCONTRACT OR BREACH OF THE OCCUPIERS LIABILITY ACT OR CLAIM COMPENSATION FOLLOWING AN ACCIDENT PLEASE READ CAREFULLY! Initial Here HELMETS ARE MANDATORY FOR PARTICIPANTS UNDER AGE 19 HELMETS ARE STRONGLY RECOMMENDED FOR EVERYONE In this Release Agreement the term “Snow School Activities” includes skiing and snowboarding lessons, orientation or instructional sessions, guided ski and snowboard tours and clinics, competitions and events, access to the ski area and use of all facilities including lifts. TO: Warren Jobbitt Snowsports Academy, Warren Jobbitt, and their respective directors, officers, employees, ski and snowboard instructors, guides, volunteers, agents, independent contractors, subcontractors, representatives, sponsors, successors, and assigns (h
BY SIGNING THIS RELEASE AGREEMENT YOU WILL WAIVE OR GIVE UP CERTAIN LEGAL RIGHTS, INCLUDING THE RIGHT TO SUE OR CLAIM COMPENSATION FOLLOWING AN ACCIDENT.Release of Liability, Waiver of Claims and Assumption of Risks Agreement • November 14th, 2012
Contract Type FiledNovember 14th, 2012In this Release Agreement the term “Dancing Snow Programs” includes guided ski and snowboard tours, snow hiking, ski lessons and orientation or instructional sessions; clinics; competitions and events; and access to the ski area and use of all facilities including lifts.
RENTAL AGREEMENTRelease of Liability, Waiver of Claims and Assumption of Risks Agreement • April 5th, 2011
Contract Type FiledApril 5th, 2011
RELEASE OF LIABILITY, WAIVER OF CLAIMS AND ASSUMPTION OF RISKS AGREEMENT (HEREINAFTER REFERRED TO AS THE “RELEASE AGREEMENT’). BY SIGNING THIS DOCUMENT YOU WILL WAVE CERTAIN LEGAL RIGHTS, INCLUDING THE RIGHT TO SUE OR CLAIM COMPENSATION FOLLOWING AN...Release of Liability, Waiver of Claims and Assumption of Risks Agreement • October 28th, 2021
Contract Type FiledOctober 28th, 2021Activities involved in this trip may include (but are not limited to) Skiing, Snow Boarding, Snow Shoeing, Tobogganing, Ice Skating, Hiking, Sports and Games, Snow Sculptures, as well as various leadership activities and team building challenges and initiatives.
RELEASE OF LIABILITY, WAIVER OF CLAIMS AND ASSUMPTION OF RISKS AGREEMENTBY SIGNING THIS DOCUMENT YOU WILL WAIVE CERTAIN LEGAL RIGHTS, INCLUDING THE RIGHT TO SUE OR CLAIM COMPENSATION IN THE EVENT OF AN ACCIDENTPLEASE READ CAREFULLY Last Name Address...Release of Liability, Waiver of Claims and Assumption of Risks Agreement • August 2nd, 2020
Contract Type FiledAugust 2nd, 2020ADVENTURES, LTD, their representatives, agents officers, directors, servants and employees (collectively referred to as "LA JOLLA BAND OF INDIANS"), and the undersigned (referred to as “I")
Staff time PROVIDED WAIVER 2022.1Release of Liability, Waiver of Claims, and Assumption of Risks Agreement • July 9th, 2022
Contract Type FiledJuly 9th, 2022employees, guides, instructors, agents, representatives, contractors, subcontractors, successors and assigns (hereinafter collectively referred to as “THE RELEASEES”),
ContractRelease of Liability, Waiver of Claims and Assumption of Risks Agreement • August 30th, 2013
Contract Type FiledAugust 30th, 2013PLEASE READ CAREFULLY! Initial RELEASE OF LIABILITY, WAIVER OF CLAIMS AND ASSUMPTION OF RISKS AGREEMENT (hereinafter referred to as the “Release Agreement”) By signing this document you will waive certain legal rights, including the right to sue or claims compensation following an accident.
DEPARTMENT OF ATHLETICS AND RECREATION – WEIGHT ROOM AND SPORT AND RECREATION FACILITIES WAIVER, RELEASE OF LIABILITY, WAIVER OF CLAIMS AND ASSUMPTION OF RISKS AGREEMENTRelease of Liability, Waiver of Claims and Assumption of Risks Agreement • September 29th, 2020
Contract Type FiledSeptember 29th, 2020The University requires this Release of Liability, Waiver of Claims and Assumptions of Risk Agreement (“Release”) to be completed and signed by the Participant as a means of confirming the Participant has considered and is aware of the duty they owe to themselves and to all other participants to be informed and aware of the risks and hazards inherent in the chosen activity and to carefully consider those risks and hazards against their personal ability and level of fitness. This is for the protection of the Participant, other participants, the public, and the University.
PLEASE READ CAREFULLY! Initial RELEASE OF LIABILITY, WAIVER OF CLAIMS AND ASSUMPTION OF RISKS AGREEMENT (hereinafter referred to as the “Release Agreement”)By signing this document you will waive certain legal rights, including the right to sue or...Release of Liability, Waiver of Claims and Assumption of Risks Agreement • May 24th, 2011
Contract Type FiledMay 24th, 2011TO: Cougar Mountain Excursions Whistler Ltd. (dba WildPlay Whistler), WildPlay Ltd., Outdoor Adventures@Whistler Ltd., HER MAJESTY THE QUEEN IN THE RIGHT OF THE PROVINCE OF BRITISH COLUMBIA and their directors, officers, employees, agents, independent contractors, subcontractors, suppliers, sponsors, successors, assigns and representatives (all of whom are hereinafter referred to as “the Releasees”).
ContractRelease of Liability, Waiver of Claims and Assumption of Risks Agreement • April 5th, 2014
Contract Type FiledApril 5th, 2014In this Release Agreement the term “Golfing” includes use of all CVGA Member Club facilities, including, without limitation, fairways, greens, driving range, restaurants, and parking lots, rental and use of golf equipment and motorized golf carts, and all other activities including involvement as a participant or spectator at group events, clinics, lessons, tournaments and competitions which take place at each CVGA Member Club.
Release of Liability, Waiver of Claims and Assumption of Risks, and Indemnity Agreement for Adults & Youth (Under 18 Years of Age)Release of Liability, Waiver of Claims and Assumption of Risks Agreement • November 7th, 2020
Contract Type FiledNovember 7th, 2020I/We (i.e., my child and I) agree to abide by the rules and regulations, policies and procedures of OSCA and agree to use the Facility and equipment in a manner consistent with its intended use and application.
RELEASE OF LIABILITY, WAIVER OF CLAIMS AND ASSUMPTION OF RISKS AGREEMENT (hereinafter the “Release Agreement”)Release of Liability, Waiver of Claims and Assumption of Risks Agreement • May 4th, 2011
Contract Type FiledMay 4th, 2011In this Release Agreement the term “mountain biking” includes use of all SURGARLOAF PROVINCIAL PARK mountain bike parks and other facilities and all mountain bike activities including guided descents, clinics and competitions using any type of wheeled self propelled conveyance, including mountain bikes, mountain boards, or mountain scooters.
RELEASE OF LIABILITY, WAIVER OF CLAIMS AND ASSUMPTION OF RISKS AGREEMENTRelease of Liability, Waiver of Claims and Assumption of Risks Agreement • July 1st, 2024
Contract Type FiledJuly 1st, 2024NOTE: By providing WAMMA, WAMMA Canada and WAMMA NextGen with your email address you consent to receive commercial electronic messages. Email address is not mandatory for participation.
DEPARTMENT OF ATHLETICS AND RECREATION – GLOW YOGA EVENT RELEASE OF LIABILITY, WAIVER OF CLAIMS AND ASSUMPTION OF RISKS AGREEMENTRelease of Liability, Waiver of Claims and Assumption of Risks Agreement • February 19th, 2020
Contract Type FiledFebruary 19th, 2020Capilano University, as represented by the Department of Athletics & Recreation, having an office at 2055 Purcell Way, North Vancouver, BC V7J 3H5
WHISTLER BLACKCOMB SNOW SCHOOL PROGRAMSRelease of Liability, Waiver of Claims and Assumption of Risks Agreement • August 18th, 2015
Contract Type FiledAugust 18th, 2015RELEASE OF LIABILITY, WAIVER OF CLAIMS ANDASSUMPTION OF RISKS AGREEMENT (hereinafter the “Release Agreement”) BY SIGNING THIS RELEASE AGREEMENT YOU WILL WAIVE OR GIVE UP CERTAIN LEGAL RIGHTS, INCLUDING THE RIGHT TO SUE OR CLAIM COMPENSATION FOLLOWING AN ACCIDENT PLEASE READ CAREFULLY! Initial Here In this Release Agreement the term “Snow School Programs” includes skiing and snowboarding lessons and orientation or instructional sessions; guided ski and snowboard tours and clinics, including within and outside of the area boundaries; competitions and events; and access to the ski area and use of all facilities including lifts. ASSUMPTION OF RISKSI agree to assume all risks and hazards of participating in Snow School Programs including, slips and falls, collision or impact with natural or man-made objects or with other persons; travel within or beyond the area boundaries; and negligence on the part of Whistler Blackcomb Holdings Inc., Blackcomb Skiing Enterprises Limited Partnership, Wh
PLEASE READ CAREFULLY! Initial RELEASE OF LIABILITY, WAIVER OF CLAIMS AND ASSUMPTION OF RISKS AGREEMENT (hereinafter referred to as the “Release Agreement”).By signing this document you will waive certain legal rights, including the right to sue or...Release of Liability, Waiver of Claims and Assumption of Risks Agreement • June 20th, 2013
Contract Type FiledJune 20th, 2013TO: Maple Ridge Excursions Ltd. (dba WildPlay Maple Ridge), WildPlay Ltd., District of Maple Ridge and their directors, officers, employees, agents, independent contractors, subcontractors, suppliers, sponsors, successors, assigns and representatives (all of whom are hereinafter referred to as “the Releasees”).
RELEASE OF LIABILITY, WAIVER OF CLAIMS AND ASSUMPTION OF RISKS AGREEMENT (referred to as the “Release Agreement”)Release of Liability, Waiver of Claims and Assumption of Risks Agreement • April 4th, 2018
Contract Type FiledApril 4th, 2018TO: The Corporation of the Village of Cumberland, its elected officials, officers, employees, volunteers and agents (the “Releasees”).
MOUNT WASHINGTON PACIFIC ULC., PACIFIC GROUP RESORTS INC., TIMBERWEST FOREST COMPANY (theRelease of Liability, Waiver of Claims and Assumption of Risks Agreement • November 2nd, 2021
Contract Type FiledNovember 2nd, 2021RELEASE OF LIABILITY, WAIVER OF CLAIMS AND ASSUMPTION OF RISKS AGREEMENT(hereinafter 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! Initial Here HELMETS ARE STRONGLY RECOMMENDED In this Release Agreement the term “Snow School Programs” includes skiing and snowboarding lessons, orientation or instructional sessions, guided ski and snowboard tours and clinics, competitions and events, access to the ski area and use of all facilities including lifts. ASSUMPTION OF RISKSI agree to assume all risks, dangers and hazards of participating in Snow School Programs including, but not limited to: boarding, riding and disembarking ski lifts; loss of balance or control; slips, trips and falls; collision or impact with natural or man-made objects or with other persons; becoming lost
RELEASE OF LIABILITY, WAIVER OF CLAIMS AND ASSUMPTION OF RISKS AGREEMENT BY SIGNING THIS DOCUMENT YOU WILL WAIVE CERTAIN LEGAL RIGHTS, INCLUDING THE RIGHT TO SUE, OR CLAIM COMPENSATION FOLLOWING AN ACCIDENT. PLEASE READ CAREFULLY Participant’s...Release of Liability, Waiver of Claims and Assumption of Risks Agreement • February 13th, 2018
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RELEASE OF LIABILITY, WAIVER OF CLAIMS AND ASSUMPTION OF RISKS AGREEMENT(hereinafter the “Release Agreement”)BY SIGNING THIS RELEASE AGREEMENT YOU WILL WAIVE OR GIVE UP CERTAIN LEGAL RIGHTS, INCLUDING THE RIGHT TO SUE OR CLAIM COMPENSATION FOLLOWING...Release of Liability, Waiver of Claims and Assumption of Risks Agreement • July 18th, 2013
Contract Type FiledJuly 18th, 2013Name of Passholder Last First Middle Initial Address Street City Province/State Postal/Zip Code Telephone Home Work Mobile Emergency Contact Name Telephone Date of Birth Year Month Day FIS Code # Club Name
DEPARTMENT OF ATHLETICS AND RECREATION – GROUP FITNESS RELEASE OF LIABILITY, WAIVER OF CLAIMS AND ASSUMPTION OF RISKS AGREEMENTRelease of Liability, Waiver of Claims and Assumption of Risks Agreement • September 29th, 2020
Contract Type FiledSeptember 29th, 2020Capilano University, as represented by the Department of Athletics & Recreation, having an office at 2055 Purcell Way, North Vancouver, BC V7J 3H5
RELEASE OF LIABILITY, WAIVER OF CLAIMS, AND ASSUMPTION OF RISKS AGREEMENT (referred to as the “Release Agreement”)Release of Liability, Waiver of Claims, and Assumption of Risks Agreement • April 4th, 2018
Contract Type FiledApril 4th, 2018TO: The Corporation of the Village of Cumberland, its elected officials, officers, employees, volunteers and agents (the “Releasees”).
SUN PEAKS RESORT MOUNTAIN BIKE PARKRelease of Liability, Waiver of Claims and Assumption of Risks Agreement • February 14th, 2024
Contract Type FiledFebruary 14th, 2024RELEASE OF LIABILITY, WAIVER OF CLAIMS AND ASSUMPTION OF RISKS AGREEMENT(hereinafter the “Release Agreement”)BY SIGNING THIS DOCUMENT YOU WILL WAIVE OR GIVE UP CERTAIN LEGAL RIGHTS, INCLUDING THE RIGHT TO SUE SUN PEAKS FOR NEGLIGENCE, BREACH OF CONTRACT OR BREACH OF THE OCCUPIERS LIABILITY ACT OR CLAIM COMPENSATION FOLLOWING AN ACCIDENTPLEASE READ CAREFULLY! In this Release Agreement the term “mountain biking” includes use of the Sun Peaks Resort Bike Park and other facilities and all mountain bike activities including guided descents, clinicsand competitions. ASSUMPTION OF RISKSMountain biking takes place on steep, rugged and challenging terrain and features, and will expose the rider to many risks, dangers and hazards. Falls and collisions occur frequently. Helmets are mandatory in the Bike Park. Full face helmets and other protective gear are strongly recommended. As with many adventure sports, riding in the Bike Park involves the risk of injury, including serious injury, head inj
WHISTLER BLACKCOMB SNOW SCHOOL PROGRAMSRelease of Liability, Waiver of Claims and Assumption of Risks Agreement • December 12th, 2010
Contract Type FiledDecember 12th, 2010RELEASE OF LIABILITY, WAIVER OF CLAIMS ANDASSUMPTION OF RISKS AGREEMENT (hereinafter the “Release Agreement”) BY SIGNING THIS RELEASE AGREEMENT YOU WILL WAIVE OR GIVE UP CERTAIN LEGAL RIGHTS, INCLUDING THE RIGHT TO SUE OR CLAIM COMPENSATION FOLLOWING AN ACCIDENT PLEASE READ CAREFULLY! Initial Here In this Release Agreement the term “Snow School Programs” includes skiing and snowboarding lessons and orientation or instructional sessions; guided ski and snowboard tours and clinics; competitions and events; and access to the ski area and use of all facilities including lifts. ASSUMPTION OF RISKSI agree to assume all risks and hazards of participating in Snow School Programs including, slips and falls, collision or impact with natural or man-made objects or with other persons; travel within or beyond the area boundaries; and negligence on the part of Whistler Blackcomb Holdings Inc., Blackcomb Skiing Enterprises Limited Partnership, Whistler Mountain Resort Limited Partnership, Whistler
RELEASE OF LIABILITY, WAIVER OF CLAIMS AND ASSUMPTION OF RISKS AGREEMENTRelease of Liability, Waiver of Claims and Assumption of Risks Agreement • November 28th, 2022 • Ontario
Contract Type FiledNovember 28th, 2022 Jurisdictionvolunteers, independent contractors, subcontractors, sponsors, successors, assigns and representatives (all of whom are hereinafter collectively referred to as the “Releasees”).
SNOW SCHOOLRelease of Liability, Waiver of Claims and Assumption of Risks Agreement • December 8th, 2023
Contract Type FiledDecember 8th, 2023RELEASE OF LIABILITY, WAIVER OF CLAIMS AND ASSUMPTION OF RISKS AGREEMENT(hereinafter 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! Initial Here HELMETS ARE MANDATORY FOR PARTICIPANTS UNDER AGE 19 HELMETS ARE STRONGLY RECOMMENDED FOR EVERYONE In this Release Agreement the term “Snow School Activities” includes skiing and snowboarding lessons, orientation or instructional sessions, guided ski and snowboard tours and clinics, competitions and events, access to the ski area and use of all facilities including lifts. TO: Free Spirit Ski Scuba and their respective directors, officers, employees, ski and snowboard instructors, guides, volunteers, agents, independent contractors, subcontractors, representatives, sponsors, successors and assigns (hereinafter collectively the “
MUNICIPALITY OF CROWSNEST PASS – PASS POWDERKEG SKI AREA (AB) ADULT SNOW SCHOOL PROGRAMSRelease of Liability, Waiver of Claims and Assumption of Risks Agreement • January 17th, 2021
Contract Type FiledJanuary 17th, 2021RELEASE OF LIABILITY, WAIVER OF CLAIMS AND ASSUMPTION OF RISKS AGREEMENT(hereinafter 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 CLAIMCOMPENSATION FOLLOWING AN ACCIDENT PLEASE READ CAREFULLY! Initial Here HELMETS ARE STRONGLY RECOMMENDED In this Release Agreement the term “Snow School Programs” includes skiing and snowboarding lessons, orientation or instructional sessions, guided ski and snowboard tours and clinics, competitions and events, access to the ski area and use of all facilities including lifts. ASSUMPTION OF RISKSI agree to assume all risks, dangers and hazards of participating in Snow School Programs including, but not limited to: boarding, riding and disembarking ski lifts; loss of balance or control; slips, trips and falls; collision or impact with natural or man-made objects or with other persons; becoming lost
RELEASE OF LIABILITY, WAIVER OF CLAIMS AND ASSUMPTION OF RISKS AGREEMENTRelease of Liability, Waiver of Claims and Assumption of Risks Agreement • March 2nd, 2011 • Ontario
Contract Type FiledMarch 2nd, 2011 JurisdictionTO: Kiwissa Ski Club and Township of Manitouwadge. and its directors, officers, employees, instructors, agents, representatives, volunteers, independent contractors, subcontractors, sponsors, successors, assigns and representatives (all of whom are hereinafter collectively referred to as the “Releasees”).
RELEASE OF LIABILITY, WAIVER OF CLAIMS AND ASSUMPTION OF RISKS AGREEMENT BY SIGNING THIS DOCUMENT YOU WILL WAIVE CERTAIN LEGAL RIGHTS, INCLUDING THE RIGHT TO SUE, OR CLAIM COMPENSATION FOLLOWING AN ACCIDENT. PLEASE READ CAREFULLY Participant’s...Release of Liability, Waiver of Claims and Assumption of Risks Agreement • May 13th, 2020
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Waiver for Rise and Climb Adventure Course IncRelease of Liability, Waiver of Claims and Assumption of Risks Agreement • May 26th, 2014
Contract Type FiledMay 26th, 2014To: RISE AND CLIMB ADVENTURE COURE INC, TOWN OF CORNWALL and their directors, officers, employees, agents, guides, independent contractors, subcontractors, sponsors, successors, assigns and representatives (all of whom are hereinafter referred to as “the Releasees”).