Payment & Terms
When completing the course registration form online via the link located at the top of the homepage students will have the option to choose their preferred method of payment for their selected courses. All course costs and prices are located on the course listing page. At the time of booking it is required that the students pay a 50% non-refundable deposit to confirm their place in their selected course. These funds are used to pre-order required materials necessary to run the course.
Students having to reschedule do to unforeseen circumstances will have the option to reschedule the course to an alternate date without loss of their deposit to a max of two future course attempts. If students have to reschedule more then twice and are not able to make it to their third booking, students will forfeit their deposit.
Courses run rain or shine and will not be cancelled do to in-climate weather unless demand a safety concern by the course instructor. Students cancelling their attendance to their own personnel choice do to the weather forecast will forfeit their course deposit.
The recommended method of payment for the deposit is via online interac payment, this method ensures that the students place in the course is immediately held at the time of booking, and ensures that no delays occur with respect to running courses on the preferred dates.
Upon arrival and at the commencement of the course the remaining balance will be collected by the course instructor, and can be paid via cash, certified cheque or money order.
*** Please Note: Students do have the option of mailing their deposit via a certified cheque or money order to the address listed below however we can not be held responsible for any delays related to rural mail delivery service via Canada Post. The deposit must be received by our administrator prior to the scheduled course start date or we will note be able to go ahead with the students training. Students will have the option to reschedule at a later date once the funds have been received and processed if the funds are still in the mail come the first date of the course.
We understand that in many situations, students may need to be in contact with their offices on an occasional basis. Please be courteous to the other students and the class instructor and make these calls ONLY during a break or at lunch. During class all students are required to mute or turn off pagers/cell phones and refrain from using text messaging. All courses have maximum registration limitations based on regulatory requirements.
All registrations are taken based on a first registered, first served basis and then based on pre-payment of registration fees.
At the time of booking a 50% deposit is collected to cover the cost of materials that must be pre-ordered for the course and to ensure student attendance in the course. This deposit is non-refundable. Should students not complete the course for whatever reason the course may be rescheduled and a second attempt will be given which the deposit will be applied to however the booking deposit is non-refundable.
Students who are disruptive or exhibit inappropriate behaviour will be removed from class and NO REFUND OR CREDIT WILL BE ISSUED.
Cancelled or Postponed Events
Occasionally, courses are cancelled or postponed due to unforeseen circumstances such as weather conditions or situations affecting the instructor or attendance. Notification of any changes is made via email at least 24 hours prior to the scheduled start of the course. Highlands Wilderness Training Institute assumes no liability for cancellation of courses for any reason. Any ancillary costs related to the student taking a class (including but not limited to: airfare, travel, hotel, per-diem, mileage, lost employee wages or salary) are the responsibility of the student and/or the employer. If a class is cancelled, It is suggested that, prior to making any travel reservations, you contact our Registrar at (705)-344-4642 to confirm if a class has sufficient enrolment. If a course is cancelled, please contact us for information on rescheduling the course.
Our Privacy Policy
Your personal information will not be shared at any other time with any other party but may be used to contact you once your certification expires, or to inform you about other courses we offer that may be of interest to you.
Participant Responsibilities
Course participants are responsible for their own well-being. This includes good health and strong physical condition. Participants joining a HWTI course may be required to obtain a physician's release prior to departure if necessary. This is a case by case basis. Participants are prohibited from using illegal drugs and alcohol while on HWTI courses. Participants give their consent for HWTI to use their photographs.
Course of Conduct
The HWTI expects that all participants come prepared to put forth their best effort. HWTI's course requires participants to follow instructions, try new activities and work as part of a team. Our courses are sometimes physically, mentally and emotionally challenging and require a strong commitment from the participant. A participant will be removed from a course by a staff member it they exhibit behaviour deemed inappropriate to our program and policy. The use of non-prescription drugs and alcohol is against HWTI policy and will result in expulsion without refund.
Parent Approval
PLEASE NOTE: Students must be at least 16 years of age and able to participate in all activities. Prices quoted are for training sessions at HWTI and generally include instructional materials and certification and testing fees. If student is less than 18 years of age, he/she will need a parent’s signed approval to take this course..
If you have any questions about these terms and conditions, please call (705)-344-4642 prior to registering for your course
Students having to reschedule do to unforeseen circumstances will have the option to reschedule the course to an alternate date without loss of their deposit to a max of two future course attempts. If students have to reschedule more then twice and are not able to make it to their third booking, students will forfeit their deposit.
Courses run rain or shine and will not be cancelled do to in-climate weather unless demand a safety concern by the course instructor. Students cancelling their attendance to their own personnel choice do to the weather forecast will forfeit their course deposit.
The recommended method of payment for the deposit is via online interac payment, this method ensures that the students place in the course is immediately held at the time of booking, and ensures that no delays occur with respect to running courses on the preferred dates.
Upon arrival and at the commencement of the course the remaining balance will be collected by the course instructor, and can be paid via cash, certified cheque or money order.
*** Please Note: Students do have the option of mailing their deposit via a certified cheque or money order to the address listed below however we can not be held responsible for any delays related to rural mail delivery service via Canada Post. The deposit must be received by our administrator prior to the scheduled course start date or we will note be able to go ahead with the students training. Students will have the option to reschedule at a later date once the funds have been received and processed if the funds are still in the mail come the first date of the course.
We understand that in many situations, students may need to be in contact with their offices on an occasional basis. Please be courteous to the other students and the class instructor and make these calls ONLY during a break or at lunch. During class all students are required to mute or turn off pagers/cell phones and refrain from using text messaging. All courses have maximum registration limitations based on regulatory requirements.
All registrations are taken based on a first registered, first served basis and then based on pre-payment of registration fees.
At the time of booking a 50% deposit is collected to cover the cost of materials that must be pre-ordered for the course and to ensure student attendance in the course. This deposit is non-refundable. Should students not complete the course for whatever reason the course may be rescheduled and a second attempt will be given which the deposit will be applied to however the booking deposit is non-refundable.
Students who are disruptive or exhibit inappropriate behaviour will be removed from class and NO REFUND OR CREDIT WILL BE ISSUED.
Cancelled or Postponed Events
Occasionally, courses are cancelled or postponed due to unforeseen circumstances such as weather conditions or situations affecting the instructor or attendance. Notification of any changes is made via email at least 24 hours prior to the scheduled start of the course. Highlands Wilderness Training Institute assumes no liability for cancellation of courses for any reason. Any ancillary costs related to the student taking a class (including but not limited to: airfare, travel, hotel, per-diem, mileage, lost employee wages or salary) are the responsibility of the student and/or the employer. If a class is cancelled, It is suggested that, prior to making any travel reservations, you contact our Registrar at (705)-344-4642 to confirm if a class has sufficient enrolment. If a course is cancelled, please contact us for information on rescheduling the course.
Our Privacy Policy
Your personal information will not be shared at any other time with any other party but may be used to contact you once your certification expires, or to inform you about other courses we offer that may be of interest to you.
Participant Responsibilities
Course participants are responsible for their own well-being. This includes good health and strong physical condition. Participants joining a HWTI course may be required to obtain a physician's release prior to departure if necessary. This is a case by case basis. Participants are prohibited from using illegal drugs and alcohol while on HWTI courses. Participants give their consent for HWTI to use their photographs.
Course of Conduct
The HWTI expects that all participants come prepared to put forth their best effort. HWTI's course requires participants to follow instructions, try new activities and work as part of a team. Our courses are sometimes physically, mentally and emotionally challenging and require a strong commitment from the participant. A participant will be removed from a course by a staff member it they exhibit behaviour deemed inappropriate to our program and policy. The use of non-prescription drugs and alcohol is against HWTI policy and will result in expulsion without refund.
Parent Approval
PLEASE NOTE: Students must be at least 16 years of age and able to participate in all activities. Prices quoted are for training sessions at HWTI and generally include instructional materials and certification and testing fees. If student is less than 18 years of age, he/she will need a parent’s signed approval to take this course..
If you have any questions about these terms and conditions, please call (705)-344-4642 prior to registering for your course