CONSENT FOR USE OF PERSONAL INFORMATION

I authorize the Canadian Soccer Association, Ontario Soccer Association, Eastern Ontario District Association and LACA SC to collect and use personal information about me for the purpose of receiving communications from the Canadian Soccer Association, Ontario Soccer Association, District Association, League and Clubs. I understand that I may withdraw such consent related to receiving communications at any time by contacting the OSA Privacy Officer at OSAPrivacyOfficer@soccer.on.ca or by mail to:

Attention: OSA Privacy Officer, Ontario Soccer Association, 7601 Martin Grove Road, Vaughan ON L4L 9E4.

The Privacy Officer will advise the implications of such withdrawal. *We do not sell or distribute your personal information to any other third party not listed herein.*

Waiver and release of liability

1. This is a binding legal agreement. As a Participant (or parent/guardian of a participant) in the programs, activities and events of the Ontario Soccer Association, their Districts, Leagues and Clubs, the undersigned acknowledges and agrees to the following terms.
2. Disclaimer: The Ontario Soccer Association, their Districts, Leagues and Clubs, directors, officers, members, employees, coaches, volunteers, officials, participants, clubs, agents, sponsors, owners/operators of facilities, and representatives (the “Organization”) require the disclosure of exposure or illness is in order to safeguard the health and safety of all participants and limit the further spread of COVID-19. This Declaration of Compliance will be kept safely, and personal information will not be disclosed unless as required by law or with your consent. The Organization are not responsible for any injury, damage or loss of any kind suffered by the Participant during, or as a result of, any program, activity or event, caused in any manner whatsoever including, but not limited to, the negligence of the Organization. In the case of under 18 player, I believe that my child/ward is physically, emotionally and mentally able to participate in the programs, activities and events of The Ontario Soccer Association.
3. Description of Risks: I hereby acknowledge that I am aware of the risks and hazards associated with or related to soccer. The risks and hazards of soccer include, but are not limited to injuries from:
   1. Contracting COVID-19 or any other contagious disease;
   2. Executing strenuous and demanding physical techniques in soccer;
   3. Dryland training including weights, running, and massage;
   4. Grass, turf and other surfaces including bacterial infections and rashes;
   5. Falls to the ground due to uneven or irregular terrain or surfaces;
   6. Collisions with walls and soccer equipment;
   7. Failure to properly use any piece of equipment or from the mechanical failure of any piece of equipment;
   8. Spinal cord injuries which may render me permanently paralyzed;
   9. Extreme weather conditions which may result in heatstroke, sunstroke or hypothermia;
   10. Contact, colliding or being struck by other participants, spectators, equipment or vehicles;
   11. Vigorous physical exertion and strenuous cardiovascular workouts;
   12. Exerting and stretching various muscle groups; and
   13. Travel to and from competitive events and associated non-competitive events which are an integral part of the organization’s activities.
4. Furthermore, I am aware:
   1. That injuries sustained in soccer can be severe or even fatal;
   2. That I (my child/ward) may come into close contact with other participants, including the possibility of accidental and unexpected contact;
   3. That I (my child/ward) may experience anxiety while challenging myself (himself/herself) during the activities;
   4. That my (my child's/ward's) risk of injury is reduced if I (he/she) follow(s) all rules adopted during training; and
   5. That my (my child's/ward's) risk of injury increases as I (he/she) become(s) fatigued.
5. Release of liability: In consideration of the Organization allowing me (my child/ward) to participate as a Participant, I agree:
   1. I am registering myself (my child/ward) willingly and voluntarily in these activities, events and programs;
   2. To assume all risks arising out of, associated with or related to my (my child's/ward's) participation;
   3. To be solely responsible for any injury, loss or damage that I (my child/ward) might sustain while participating; and
   4. To release the Organization from liability for any and all claims, demands, actions and costs that might arise out of my (my child/ward) participating, even though such risks, injuries, loss, damage, claims, demands, actions or costs may have been caused by the negligence of the Organization. I understand “Organization” to mean: The Ontario Soccer Association, District Associations, Leagues, Clubs and their directors, officers, members, employees, volunteers, officials, participants, clubs, agents, sponsors, owners/operators of facilities, and representatives.

Accident insurance: Executing this agreement will not preclude you from accident insurance coverage, subject to the terms and conditions of The Ontario Soccer Association’s insurance policy.

ACCEPTANCE OF TERMS AND CONDITIONS

In consideration of the acceptance of my (or my child/ward’s) membership in the Ontario Soccer Association, District Association and Club, I, the participant (parent/guardian), agree as follows:

1. I understand that I (or my child/ward) cannot play in any sanctioned soccer game until after this registration form has been validated and the registration data has been entered in The Ontario Soccer Association's computerized registration system.
2. I have reviewed the waiver attached and my acknowledgement  below indicates my agreement with such waiver.
3. I am aware of The Ontario Soccer Association, EODSA, LACA SC and League bylaws, policies, rules and regulations and agree to abide by them and to be bound by them.
4. I accept sole responsibility for my (child/ward´s) personal possessions and athletic equipment.
5. I accept all liability for any damage to the playing equipment caused by me (or my child/ward) careless, negligent and/or improper handling.