2024 - Volunteer Agreement
2024 - Volunteer Agreement
PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING AGREEMENT VERY CAREFULLY BEFORE SIGNING AS IT AFFECTS YOUR LEGAL RIGHTS.
NOTE: PARENT/GUARDIAN FOR VOLUNTEER UNDER THE AGE OF EIGHTEEN (18) YEARS MUST READ AND SIGN THIS FORM IN ORDER
FOR A VOLUNTEER UNDER THE AGE OF EIGHTEEN (18) TO PARTICIPATE.
Scope of Volunteer Duties (Described in full at end of this document – REFER TO TYPE of VOLUNTEER):
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As a volunteer with CARNIVAL BARRIE (herein the “FESTIVAL”), I agree to the following:
The Work: I acknowledge that the work performed is on a volunteer basis and that there is no employment relationship with the
FESTIVAL. I am not entitled to receive a salary, remuneration or employee benefit. Volunteer services do not constitute a guarantee or
promise of future employment, nor do they entitle me to greater consideration for any future employment opportunities.
I further agree to perform the work as noted in the Scope of Volunteer Duties and if required provide a criminal background check. I
agree to work under the assigned supervisor’s direction and understand that I have a right to refuse to engage in any work that is not
deemed safe as per the Occupational Health & Safety Act, R.S.O. 1990, c. O.1. 1 NAME:
Assumption of Risk I acknowledge that there may be risks associated with or related to the duties described above. These risks include,
but are not limited to, any manner of injury resulting from use or misuse of equipment/tools required to perform the duties.
Confidentiality: I acknowledge that, while performing my volunteer duties, I may have access to information that may be confidential. I
will observe and comply with the FESTIVAL’s rules and regulations respecting confidentiality. I will not disclose or give to any person,
institution, or source any information or document that comes to my knowledge or into my possession by reason of my service to the
FESTIVAL. This duty to protect confidential information extends beyond the termination of my association with the FESTIVAL.
FESTIVAL Policy & Procedures: The FESTIVAL has various policies in place promoting a safe environment for its members. I agree to abide
by all FESTIVAL policies, guidelines, and procedures. I understand that my obligations, commitments and understandings set forth in
this agreement are important to ensure the integrity of the FESTIVAL and as a result, a breach of this agreement may result in the
immediate termination of the volunteer agreement.
Personal Information: I consent to the collection, use and disclosure of my personal information. I am aware that personal information
(as defined under the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, R.S.O. 1990, c. F.31) may be collected before, during or
after my work, by the FESTIVAL, including but not limited to:
1. My name, or the name of my legal guardians; and
2. Photographs or videos of those participating in the work.
The FESTIVAL does not and will not sell, trade, or rent any mailing lists. Data is securely and confidently stored. All personal data
provided to the FESTIVAL will be used to:
o Manage, develop and enhance University operations, including programs and services.
o Communicate with participants; and
o Ensure high quality programming and service delivery.
By signing this agreement, I consent to the use of my personal information for the purpose of facilitating my work and for the purposes
of marketing FESTIVAL activities to the public, including use and disclosure in print and digital marketing and promotion and public
relations materials, and on the FESTIVAL’s website and social media sites and feeds. I am aware that if I do not consent to the collection
and use of my personal information for these purposes, I must inform the FESTIVAL in writing.
Termination: I understand that either the FESTIVAL or I may terminate this agreement at any time for any reason with or without cause
and without notice, and without compensation of any kind.
Insurance: I acknowledge that I have been STRONGLY ENCOURAGED TO CARRY ADEQUATE MEDICAL AND/OR HEALTH INSURANCE
covering the contract period and that I am responsible for my own health, dental and medical coverage. I acknowledge and understand
that I am not covered by the University’s Workers Compensation Insurance.
The FESTIVAL maintains general liability insurance to cover actions and omissions of volunteers during the festival, and while conducting
FESTIVAL business.
Release and Waiver of Liability: The undersigned volunteer and the FESTIVAL release and hold harmless each other and their governors,
executives, employees, students, agents, heirs, executors, administrators, successors and assigns from any and all liability for any loss,
damage, injury or expense that they or their next of kin may suffer as a result of the work of the undersigned volunteer, including but
not limited to accidents, acts of God, war, civil unrest, sickness, transportation, scheduling, government restrictions or regulations, and
any and all expenses which may be incurred because of said work, including without limitation any loss, claims, damages, expenses,
judgments, or attorney fees for which the FESTIVAL or the undersigned volunteer is held legally liable.
The undersigned volunteer and the FESTIVAL further release and hold harmless each other and their governors, executives, employees,
students, agents, heirs, administrators, successors and assigns from any and all claims of negligence with regard to any and all aspects of
participation in the above-mentioned work.
I have read, understood, and agree to the above terms and conditions regarding waiver and release of liability, and confirm that I am
signing this document freely, having been fully informed as to its content and implications.
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Volunteer Date
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CARNIVAL BARRIE Signatory Date
VOLUNTEER IS UNDER 18 YEARS OF AGE) PARENT/GUARDIAN FOR VOLUNTEERS UNDER THE AGE OF EIGHTEEN (18) YEARS MUST READ
THIS FORM. PARENT/GUARDIAN PERMISSION IS REQUIRED FOR VOLUNTEER UNDER THE AGE OF EIGHTEEN (18) YEARS.
As parent/guardian with legal responsibility for this volunteer, I acknowledge having read and understood the implications of this
volunteer agreement, and I sign this volunteer agreement for and on behalf of the volunteer, and for and on my own behalf, intending
to bind the volunteer, myself, and the heirs, executors, administrators and assigns of both of us.
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Parent/Guardian Signature Date
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Witness Date