Are liability waivers enforceable in Quebec?

Quebec is the outlier. It follows civil law, and article 1474 of the Civil Code of Quebec bars a business from excluding or limiting its liability for bodily or moral injury. A pre-injury release of personal-injury liability is therefore generally unenforceable, no matter how clearly it is written.

A document in Quebec is best used as an informed-consent and assumption-of-risk record: it shows the client understood the risks and agreed to take part, which supports the defence but does not bar a claim. Businesses here lean more on insurance and safety practices, and should have any form reviewed by a Quebec lawyer.

Popular waivers for Quebec businesses

The document still needs to fit your service. Common ones include med spa, fitness, recreation, and wellness waivers.

Important

This page is general information, not legal advice, and WaiverPad is not a law firm. Waiver law differs by province and turns on the facts. Have any waiver reviewed by a lawyer in Quebec before you rely on it.