A Camera Release Form is an essential legal document used in Canadian jurisdictions to obtain written permission from individuals for the capture and use of their image, likeness, or performance in photographs or videos. This document is crucial for protecting both the content creator and the subject, ensuring clear understanding of usage rights and compliance with Canadian privacy laws, including PIPEDA and provincial regulations. The form should be used whenever photographs or videos of identifiable individuals are taken for professional, commercial, or public use. It typically includes details about the scope of usage, duration of rights granted, territorial limitations, and any compensation arrangements. The document becomes particularly important in commercial photography, marketing campaigns, educational content creation, and any situation where images or videos may be published or distributed.

1. Parties: Identifies the photographer/videographer/company (the 'Photographer') and the person being photographed (the 'Subject')

2. Background: Brief context about the photo/video shoot, including date, location, and general purpose

3. Definitions: Defines key terms such as 'Content', 'Usage Rights', 'Media', and 'Territory'

4. Grant of Rights: Core section detailing the rights being granted by the Subject to use their image, likeness, and photographs/videos

5. Scope of Usage: Specifies how and where the Content may be used, including types of media, editing rights, and territorial scope

6. Duration: Specifies the time period for which the release is valid

7. Representations and Warranties: Subject's confirmation of their right to enter into the agreement and grant the permissions

8. Release and Indemnity: Subject's agreement to release the Photographer from claims and indemnify against third-party claims

9. Governing Law: Specifies that Canadian law governs the agreement

10. Signature Block: Space for signatures, dates, and witness information if required