Parenting in Waiver Season: Legal Realities for Summer Activities (June 2025)

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Cynthia Carels and Kristina Friesen discuss the legal implications of summer waivers for children's activities in Alberta.

This month on Ask the Lawyer, Cynthia Carels and Kristina Friesen of Weir Bowen LLP take a closer look at summer waivers and legal claims involving children. They explain why parents in Alberta can’t waive their child’s right to sue for negligence—even when they’ve signed a waiver. They also break down common summer injuries, including e-scooter accidents, and offer insights into how the Minors Property Act protects children’s settlements. Tune in for key legal tips to help keep your family i...

People in this episode

Guests: Cynthia Carels, Kristina Friesen

Topics covered

• summer waivers
• legal claims
• children's rights
• negligence
• injuries
• Minors Property Act

Keywords

• waivers
• negligence
• summer activities
• e-scooter accidents
• children's settlements
• legal tips

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Weir Bowen LLP

Places: Alberta

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