2025 RBC EMERGING MUSICIAN PROGRAM
IN PARTNERSHIP WITH STINGRAY PARTICIPANT’S DECLARATION AND RELEASE FORM
(herein “Release”)

TERMS AND CONDITIONS

I the eligible Participant, do hereby represent, warrant and irrevocably agree as follows:

  1. I hereby represent and warrant that I am a Canadian citizen, permanent resident of Canada, or Indigenous person residing in Canada.
  2. I hereby represent and warrant that I am between the ages of 15–35 as of June 2, 2025, and that I am committed to pursuing a career in music.
  3. I am not an employee, nor am I an immediate family member (spouse, parent, sibling or child) or member of a household of an employee, representative or independent agent of any of the following entities: Canada’s Walk of Fame Inc. (the “Producer”), the Royal Bank of Canada (“RBC”), Stingray, or any of their respective subsidiaries, affiliates, promotional agencies, or sponsors involved in the development or execution of the 2025 Canada’s Walk of Fame RBC Emerging Musician Program, in partnership with Stingray (the “Program”).
  4. I have read, understand, and agree to abide by the Rules of the Program (as may be amended by the Producer), and accept all decisions of the Producer as final and binding. The terms defined in the Program Rules shall have the same meaning in this Release.
  5. I acknowledge that due to volume and logistics, submission does not guarantee acceptance into the Program, even if submitted in accordance with the Rules. I release the Producer, RBC, Stingray and their affiliates (collectively the “Releasees”) from any liability or responsibility in this regard.
  6. I understand that all Online Submissions will be moderated by the Producer.
  7. I have not and will not enter into any contractual, commercial, or sponsorship agreement related to my musical performance or singing abilities with a major label record company or its affiliates during the Program.
  8. I agree that if selected to receive a Prize, I will sign any additional documentation required by the Producer. Failure to return such documentation within the stated timeframe will result in forfeiture of my Prize.
  9. If selected to receive a Prize, I agree to participate in the promotional services and appearances outlined in the Program Rules.
  10. I understand that participation in the Program is subject to the Producer’s sole discretion and that I may be disqualified or removed from the Program at any time, without compensation, for conduct that the Producer deems to be inappropriate, disruptive, unlawful, or detrimental to the reputation of the Program, the Producer, or its sponsors.
  11. I understand that I will receive a travel per diem determined by the Producer based on travel distance and duration, as well as a one-time performance fee of no less than $400 CAD per Program-related performance.
  12. I acknowledge that I retain full ownership rights in my Online Submission. In exchange for potential participation in the Program and potential receipt of a Prize, I grant the Producer, RBC, and Stingray a non-exclusive, royalty-free, worldwide, sublicensable, perpetual license to edit, reproduce, publicly perform, broadcast, distribute, and otherwise use my name, likeness, image, voice, biography, and Online Submission (including video and audio content) in any media known or hereafter devised, solely for Program-related purposes, including advertising, promotion, and sponsorship, without additional compensation or approval.
  13. I acknowledge and agree that the Producer shall have no obligation to use, publish, or otherwise exploit my Online Submission or participation in any manner.
  14. I waive all moral rights in my Online Submission and agree that the Producer may modify, adapt, dub, excerpt, or otherwise use my submission in all media formats now known or hereafter devised.
  15. I irrevocably waive any right to receive royalties, residuals or other compensation for use of my Online Submission or participation in Program-related recordings, interviews, performances, or promotional activities.
  16. I affirm that I am the sole creator and rights-holder of my Online Submission. My submission does not infringe on any third party’s rights. I agree to indemnify the Releasees against any claim arising from a breach of this warranty.
  17. I acknowledge the Producer’s right to cancel, suspend, or modify the Program due to events beyond its reasonable control (Force Majeure Events), including natural disasters, pandemics, war, government restrictions, or technical failures. The Producer, RBC, and Stingray shall not be liable for any delays or failure to perform due to such events.
  18. I agree to maintain the confidentiality of any non-public information about the Program or the Producer that I may learn in the course of my participation. “Confidential Information” includes proprietary details about the Program’s format, business strategy, and participants.
  19. I understand that this Release may be assigned by the Producer without notice or further consent, and shall inure to the benefit of its affiliates, sponsors, successors, licensees, assigns and designees.
  20. I understand that any original songs, lyrics, or works I create during the ArtHaus creative session remain my property. The Producer will only use these works for promotional purposes with my verbal or written consent, which may be provided via email and shall not be unreasonably withheld or delayed.
  21. I agree that the terms of this Release, including all waivers, licenses, and indemnities, shall survive the conclusion or termination of the Program.
  22. I acknowledge that the Producer is committed to accessibility and will provide reasonable accommodations upon request to support my participation in the Program.
  23. I understand and accept that the Courts of Ontario shall have exclusive jurisdiction over any disputes arising out of this Release, which will be interpreted in accordance with Ontario law and the laws of Canada applicable therein.