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Risk, Responsibility and Liability Waiver

COSTS AND PAYMENTS: I understand that I am responsible for all fees associated with the Co-op Program.

CONTACT INFORMATION: I understand that I must complete all of the required forms provided on Carleton Central, before my Co-op work term can be reviewed for approval as a formal co-op term. Submission of the completed forms should not be construed as approval of the work term.

INTERNATIONAL TRAVEL: I agree to purchase travel insurance to mitigate the risks of potential travel disruptions, including repatriation if necessary. Carleton University is unable to provide repatriation costs. I agree to be responsible for making my own travel arrangements.

VISAS: I understand that I am to obtain proper visas and pay all costs associated with such visas.

PASSPORT: I agree to obtain my own passport which must be valid for at least six months beyond the last day of the work term.

REPORTING OBLIGATIONS: I agree to report to The Co-operative Education team any serious physical, safety, personnel or other problems that I may encounter during my work term. I understand that the University is not responsible and I agree to hold the University harmless for any claims, disputes, losses, damages, injuries, adverse events, or outcomes arising out of my Co-op work term, including - but not limited to - such claims, disputes, losses, damages, injuries, adverse events, and outcomes caused by my employer's actions, inactions, or negligence, even if the University has been advised of the possibility of such.

ATTENDANCE: I agree to complete all University requirements/assignments associated with my work term and as agreed upon with my faculty/staff advisor and/or my co-op employer.

WORK TERM MODIFICATION: If necessary, Carleton reserves the right to change, modify, or cancel any arrangement concerning the location and/or content of the work term.

AUTHORIZATION FOR EMERGENCY SERVICES: I hereby authorize Carleton, its faculty, and staff, at their discretion and without obtaining any further consent, to arrange medical services and treatment as may be deemed necessary for me at my/my parents' and/or guardians' sole risk and expense.

HEALTH AND SAFETY; INSURANCE: It is a mandatory requirement that all students seeking authorization to participate in any mobility experience possess both in and out of country medical insurance. Students are expected to become familiar with and understand their insurance plan, including coverage, scope, duration, pre-existing health conditions, and the overall administration. Carleton reserves the right to make such decisions and take such actions that it believes are necessary to maintain my health and safety, and I shall not hold Carleton responsible for such decisions or actions.

RULES, STANDARDS AND INSTRUCTIONS FOR STUDENT CONDUCT: I will, at all times, act responsibly and comply with the policies, rules, standards, and instructions for student conduct outlined in the Co-op Participation Agreement. The Co-operative Education Office will enforce appropriate standards of conduct and may terminate my participation in the Co-op Program for failure to maintain these standards or for any actions or conduct which Carleton considers incompatible with the interest, harmony, comfort or welfare of participants. Unacceptable conduct includes, but is not limited to, unauthorized absence from the workplace, harassment, assault, vandalism, public disturbance, gambling, solicitation, and any illegal activity.

I understand and agree to be bound by the rules and policies of Carleton University, and in particular the Student Rights and Responsibilities Policy, as well as those of my employer. Furthermore, I understand that it is my responsibility to represent Carleton University and the Co-operative Education Program in a professional and courteous manner.

I agree to work with my employer to fulfill all job requirements to the best of my ability throughout the duration of my work term.

ALCOHOL AND OTHER SUBSTANCES: Carleton will not tolerate alcohol of drug abuse and/or excess. I understand that if I am impaired and cannot fully participate in my work term, Carleton and/or the employer may require my immediate termination from the work term.

REMOVAL FROM WORK TERM: If I am terminated from my co-op employment, or if I leave my employment before its scheduled end date, Carleton shall have the right to require me to leave the work term and/or the Co-op Program without refunding the associated fees. Carleton shall also have the right to require me to return to Canada, in such cases, at my own cost and expense.

UNFORSEEN COSTS: I understand that I am responsible for any additional unforeseen costs (e.g., housing, board, travel fees) associated with my participation in the work term in the event of an emergency that detains me outside of the placement and/or planned placement dates. I am responsible for the purchase of trip interruption/cancellation insurance.

EMERGENCY CONTACTS: I agree that Carleton may provide information about my participation in a Co-op work term to the individual whom I have designated as my emergency contact. I further agree that Carleton may discuss my academic and disciplinary records for the purpose

of ensuring my continued health, safety, and student status, as it pertains to my participation in the Co-op Program.

DISCLAIMER CLAUSE: Carleton University, their agents, officials, officers, directors, employees, volunteers, contractors, servants or representatives (hereinafter refer to as "The Releasees") are not responsible for any death, injury, loss or damage of any kind suffered by any person while participating in the Co-operative Education Program and all related activities of the Co-operative Education Program, even if caused by the negligence of THE RELEASEES. THE CO-OPERATIVE EDUCATION PROGRAM DESCRIPTION OF RISKS: In consideration of my participation in the Co-operative Education Program and all related activities, I acknowledge that I am aware of the possible RISKS, DANGERS AND HAZARDS associated with this Program, including THE POSSIBLE RISK OF SEVERE OR FATAL INJURY TO MYSELF OR OTHERS. These risks include, but are not limited to:

  • Risks associated with travel to and from all venues of the various components including transport by public or private motor vehicle which could include - but are not limited to - an accident resulting in severe physical injuries or death;
  • Muscular injuries and soft tissue injuries including back injuries, broken bones, bruises, scrapes, cuts, sprains, dislocation, head, facial eye and/or dental injuries which might result from participation in the Co-operative Education Program.
  • Injuries resulting from falling or being knocked down or steep steps where a fall may cause injury or death all while working remotely from my residence
  • Injuries resulting from the malfunctioning of equipment or misuse of equipment whether owned, designed or operated by myself or the staff of THE RELEASEES
  • Changes in weather or temperatures which may result in hypothermia, frostbite, windburn, sunburn, colds or flu
  • Death, injuries or illness resulting from failure to follow directions from those in charge of the Program and all related activities
  • The risks associated with returning to my residence after participating in the Program and/or related activities
  • Any and all other risks associated with my participation in the Co-operative Education Program.

ASSUMPTION OF RISK: In return for allowing me to voluntarily participate in the Co-operative Education Program and all related activities, I agree:

  1. TO ASSUME AND ACCEPT ALL RISKS arising out of, associated with or related to my participation in the Co-operative Education Program and all related activities. 
  2. TO BE SOLELY RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY INJURY, LOSS OR DAMAGE which I might sustain while participating in the Co-operative Education Program and all related activities.

I acknowledge that it is my responsibility to ensure I learn and follow all health, safety and other rules established by the University. I understand that any behaviour on my part that places others at risk could result in immediate termination of my right to use University Facilities or Participate in University Activities.

Waiver of Liability, Release and Indemnification

In consideration of the university permitting my participation in international travel and the Co-operative Education Program or participate in university activities, I agree as follows:

  1. To waive any and all claims that I may have in the future against the university, its members, officers, employees, students, agents, volunteers, partners and independent contractors (collectively referred to as the Releasees).
  2. To release the Releasees from any and all liability for any loss, damage, injury, illness, death or expense that I may, or that members of my household(s) may suffer, as a result of my participating in international travel and the Co-operative Education program or in university activities, including such loss, damage, injury, illness, death or expense that is caused by the negligence, breach of contract, or breach of any statutory or other duty of care (including any duty owed under the Occupier's Liability Act, RSO 1990 c 0.2, as amended) on the part f the Releasees.
  3. To hold harmless and indemnify the Releasees from any and all liability, causes of action, claims, judgments, costs and expenses (including legal fees) that I, a member of my household(s), or any third party may suffer as a result of my participating in international travel and the Co-operative Education program or university activities, using university facilities, including due to any act, omission, or negligence of the Releasees.
  4. This Agreement shall be effective and binding on my heirs, next of kin, executors, administrators, assigns, and representatives in the event of my death or incapacity.

This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws in force in the province of Ontario and the federal laws of Canada, as applicable. The courts of Ontario shall have exclusive jurisdiction over all claims, disputes, and actions arising out of and related to participating in international travel and the International Internship Program, use of university facilities or participating in university activities and this waiver and the parties hereby attorn to the jurisdiction of Ontario courts.

I have carefully read, fully understand, have had an opportunity to consult with a lawyer, and freely and voluntarily accept the terms contained within this Agreement and understand that I, on my own behalf, am giving up substantial rights and accepting the risk that I may come into contact with, be exposed to, or be diagnosed with COVID-19 following my participating in international travel and the Co-operative Education program or participating in university activities, and/or use of the university facilities.

I confirm that I have authority to enter into this Agreement and understand that the terms contained herein are legally binding. I understand and agree that the assumption of risk contemplated herein is intended to be as broad and inclusive as possible by the applicable laws of Canada and that if any portion hereof is held invalid, that the balance shall, notwithstanding, continue in full legal force and effect.

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