Workshops, retreats, and other events (herein referred to as “The Activities”) will be held at various venues within British Columbia, Canada (referred to herein as the Property) by 1064239 BC Ltd dba Ceremonie Spirit + Beauty (referred to herein as CEREMONIE), online, or beyond.

COVID-19-related details: Currently, the BC provincial government does not require proof of COVID-19 vaccination or masking for all in-person retreats.

Please note that mandates by the BC provincial government are subject to change, and this part of the website as well as attendees will be updated accordingly as we receive any updates from BC. Please note that Mimi is not inviting the Client to share opinions on the COVID-19 vaccination; thank you in advance for respecting this boundary.

General

The Client confirms that these rules, liability waiver, and indemnification provisions supersede any and all previous, oral or written promises, or agreements regarding the subject matter hereof (including any statements made on the CEREMONIE website) and understand that this is the entire agreement between them and the Released Parties as to the subject matter hereof and cannot be modified or changed in any way except in a writing signed by an authorized representative of CEREMONIE. The Client expressly agrees that the foregoing rules, liability waiver, and indemnification provisions are intended to be as broad and inclusive as is permitted by the laws of British Columbia, Canada and that if a portion thereof is held invalid, it is agreed that the balance shall continue in full legal force and effect. The Client agrees that by participating in a Ceremonie event, workshop, course, series, retreat, or other gathering, in-person or online, they accept the terms of these Terms and Conditions, their act of accepting thereby shall confirm that they have read and understand these Terms and Conditions, and that they agree to all of its terms.

Refund Policy

All sales are final. There are NO refunds or credits given for any reason. Tickets are non-transferrable. Please note if there are COVID-19 restrictions that affect BC that prohibit the event from taking place, clients will be given a credit for when the event is rescheduled. For clients who are affected by COVID-19 restrictions that are beyond BC, there will be no accommodations granted.

Assumption of Risk

The Client expressly and voluntarily assumes all risk while participating in the Activities or in any aspect of the Activities, whether or not caused by negligence of CEREMONIE, and any of its owners, directors, employees, representatives, agents, contractors, or volunteers (collectively, the “Released Parties”). The Client understands that their use and enjoyment of the Property and the Activities involve inherent risks, both those described herein and other risks, that are serious and that may involve dangers regardless of the care taken by CEREMONIE or the Released Parties. The Client realizes their use and enjoyment of the Property and participation in the Activities require some degree of skill, coordination, and physical fitness. The Client has read the previous paragraphs and knows the nature of the Property and the Activities, understands the demands to be placed upon them relative to their physical condition and skill level, and appreciates the types of injuries that can occur as a result of such activities. The Client hereby asserts that their participation in the use and enjoyment of the Property and the Activities is voluntary and that they knowingly assume all inherent risks of the Property and the Activities, both those described herein and others presently unknown.

Client Use of Images + Press Policy

The Client understands that, in order to ensure that participants feel that their privacy during Activities is protected, and to ensure a full and open interchange of ideas among participants, they agree that they will not post writings on social media or blog about their fellow apprentices or their stories or experiences. The Client agrees to obtain prior written permission from CEREMONIE before including content pertaining to any experiences therein in articles in magazines, books, video interviews, etc. Those who are attending an event, course, program, retreat, series, workshop, or other form of gathering, online or in-person, are permitted to post to personal social media pages regarding their personal experiences as educational storytelling, taking care to use quotes and tag appropriate parties and giving credit where credit is due is allowed and in fact can be quite valuable to the long-term sustainability of our endeavor. Posting to blogs of companies that the Client is affiliated with or employed by but not the owner, or including writing or photos from our program in magazines or blogs other than their personal page is prohibited. If the Client's personal and business account are merged, simply take care to not use our photos, quotes, or teachings for posts promoting their own goods or services. If in doubt about whether or not an intended post is honoring or appropriate, just ask! CEREMONIE is always available for open dialogue concerning ethics of sharing.

Photography

By entering the Activities, the Client, and all participants, agree to the following terms, conditions, and guidelines for the use of any imagery obtained during the Activities, including still photographs and videos (hereinafter “CEREMONIE Imagery”). CEREMONIE monitors dissemination of participant-related Imagery to ensure that Imagery is not used for any purpose other than “Personal Use,” and are not used for any other purpose, including without limitation, for advertising or commercial purposes. Participants may use CEREMONIE Imagery only for “Personal Use,” defined to include: (1) sharing with friends and family; (2) displaying on personal websites (as long as the placement on the website does not in any way suggest these images in association with your own products or services, and does not purport or appear to be an official website of the apprenticeship) and (3) displaying on personal accounts, on photo sharing and social networking websites, such as Instagram and Facebook (as long as the display of the CEREMONIE Imagery on these sites is not commercial or promotional in any manner and the account is not affiliated with any commercial enterprise. The Client understands and accepts that they may not make use of CEREMONIE Imagery without prior written permission from CEREMONIE other than personal use (as defined above). The Client understands that they have no right to sell, transfer, license, or sublicense their CEREMONIE Imagery to any other party and agrees to inform anyone to whom they give any CEREMONIE Imagery that it can only be used for Personal Use. The Client understands that they may not use or allow to be used any CEREMONIE Imagery in any media article, newspaper article, video, blog, advertisement, or promotional materials, except with the prior written consent of CEREMONIE. The Client understands that if they record CEREMONIE Imagery with the intention to utilize it for non-personal use, they will be trespassing, and that trespassers have no rights to any use of CEREMONIE Imagery, and CEREMONIE reserves the right to take any necessary action against trespassers.

Model + Participant Release

CEREMONIE does record certain events or programs, using authorized photographers. When the Client enters a CEREMONIE event or program, they enter an area where photography, audio, and video recording by CEREMONIE may occur. By entering the Property and attending the event, course, program, retreat, series, workshop, or other form of gathering, online or in-person, the Client hereby assigns to CEREMONIE the irrevocable and unrestricted right to use and publish, display, exhibit, reproduce or use the recordings for commercial use which the Client may be included for editorial, trade, advertising, educational and any other purpose and in any manner or medium that CEREMONIE designates and to alter the same without restriction. The Client releases all claim to profits that may arise from use of any images. The Client agrees to release CEREMONIE, its officers, agents, representatives, and employees, and each and all persons involved, from any liability connected with CEREMONIE’S taking, recording, digitizing, publication, and use of interviews, photographs, video and/or sound recordings at the Activities. By the Client's willing participation in an event, course, program, retreat, series, workshop, or other form of gathering, online or in-person, they consent to the recording of such gathering and the sale of the recording without compensation.

Medical Advice

The Activities essentially provide a space where persons can share ideas, information, and skills with others and learn and grow together. The Client understands that ALL activities are simply offerings, and they are under no obligation to partake in anything that they are not comfortable with for any reason. Furthermore, it is the Client's responsibility to check in with a qualified health care professional with any questions they may have about whether or not to participate in any of the activities, and to seek professional advice regarding participation in any herbalism based activities or culinary offerings. CEREMONIE claims no responsibility or liability for any of the activities, and the Client hereby releases CEREMONIE and all of the Released Parties for any discomfort, hardship, or injuries that they may sustain relating to any of the Activities or offerings.

Medical Waiver and Release

The Client assumes all responsibility for the decisions they make concerning their health care or in response to suggestions, recognizing that (a) no claims are made about herbal medicine, lifestyle changes, nutritional, dietary recommendations to treat or cure any medical condition, (b) there is no applied or stated guarantee of success or effectiveness of any specific plan or treatment, and (c) they are free to act on or disregard the recommendations of wellness or first aid personnel at the Activities. The Client consents to have medical treatment that may be deemed advisable in the event of injury, accident, and/or illness during the Activities, and authorizes CEREMONIE, and its designated agents to administer emergency first aid, CPR, use any necessary medical devices, and secure emergency medical care or transportation if deemed necessary by CEREMONIE or its designated agent, and agrees to be responsible for the payment for all costs of emergency medical care and transportation. The Client hereby releases CEREMONIE, the Released Parties, and any and all persons participating in the provision of wellness, first aid, or any medical treatment to them at the Activities from any responsibility or liability relating to access to first aid, providing suggestions to them concerning first aid, for their decisions about what type of wellness, first aid, or medical aid to use, and for any emergency first aid that is provided to them.

Release and Waiver of Liability

The Client releases and discharges the Released Parties from any and all liability, claims, demands, or causes of action that they may hereafter have for any injuries, damages, or death arising out of their participation in the Activities and use of the Property. The Client does hereby release, waive, discharge, and covenant not to sue the Released Parties and hold them harmless from liability for any and all claims arising from their use and enjoyment of the Property and the Activities, including any injury resulting from the ordinary negligence of the Released Parties.

Indemnification

The Client further agrees to hold harmless, defend, and indemnify the Released Parties from any judgment, costs, damages, including investigation costs, attorneys’ fees, expert fees, and related trial, litigation, arbitration, and/or mediation costs and expenses, relating to any and all claims made against CEREMONIE or any of the Released Parties relating to any conduct by them during the Activities and on the Property.

Force Majeure

CEREMONIE intends for us to meet and experience each other and the realities of the natural world rain or shine. However, the Client agrees that CEREMONIE is not liable for acts of God, the weather, strikes, protests, or actions taken by government agencies and similar causes, which may interfere with the Activities. The Client understands that tuition is non-refundable even if the Activities are terminated early or canceled, or entry conditions are modified, due to harsh weather, acts of nature, governmental regulation, the failure to obtain required governmental permits, or other conditions beyond CEREMONIE’s control.

Acknowledgements and Additional Agreements for In-Person Retreats

The Client acknowledges and/or agrees as follows:

• They possess sufficient physical fitness and coordination to enable safe use and enjoyment of the Property and its Activities.

• They assume the risk of all of their medical conditions (e.g. asthma, diabetes, anaphylaxis, epilepsy, heart disease, allergies, sensitivities, or high blood pressure).

• CEREMONIE encourages them to get medical clearance prior to use and enjoyment of the Property.

• They will cease use of the Property if there is discomfort such as faintness, shortness of breath, high anxiety, or chest pains.

• They agree to abide by all safety-related rules while using and enjoying the Property and to attempt only such use as they feel capable of performing safely.

• They agree to inform CEREMONIE or its designated agent immediately if they observe or conduct a condition that endangers others.

• They understand the importance of rules and agree to follow all instructions, guidance, and warnings given by CEREMONIE and its duly authorized representatives.

• They acknowledge that CEREMONIE has the authority to terminate their participation in the Activities if it is deemed a danger to others or them.