Liability waivers, sometimes referred to as Releases, in Canada can have a broad ability to deny someone the ability to enforce their otherwise enforceable legal rights.
Occupiers of properties and providers of services in Canada have an obligation to ensure their premises and services are safe for their customers. However, if you sign a waiver before entering a property or engage in the uses of a service, you could be giving up your legal rights should an occupier or service provider fail to live up to their obligations. Waivers can go beyond releasing someone from the legal consequences inherent in an activity (for example the inherent dangers of skiing, snowboarding or other recreational activities), and can go as far as waiving your rights for compensation arising out of injuries resulting from the gross negligence of employees of a property owner or service provider. Even if an injury occurs due … Continue reading