RESERVING LIOR THE LION & ASSOCIATED FEES

Jewish Federation of Winnipeg (Federation) is the manager and agent for Lior
A minimum of 10 days advance notice is required for booking. All bookings are done on a first come first served basis.
A deposit of $100 (cheque) payable to the Jewish Federation of Winnipeg is required upon pickup, and will be refunded when the mascot costume is returned in good condition (no damage, stains, or missing pieces)
A missing or damaged Lior (stains, missing parts, etc.) will require that the Jewish Federation of Winnipeg use the booking organization’s deposit towards cleaning or repair.
Lior must work with professional mascot performers ONLY. To support booking organizations with this requirement, Federation will:
1. connect the booking organization with the approved professional performance company to confirm arrangements regarding timing, location, etc.
2. pay for a maximum of 2 hours (cost of $85/hour + applicable taxes) of professional performer to work with Lior per organization per year
A booking organization who wishes to book multiple events or for longer than 2 hours will be billed separately by the performance company for all hours above what is paid for by the Jewish Federation of Winnipeg

Booking organization must pick up the mascot costume from the Jewish Federation of Winnipeg office 1 business day before event date and return it 1 business day after event date (hours to be agreed upon by both organizations) and for Lior transportation to and from the event venue

Guidelines

Deposit Conifrmation*

I confirm that I understand that a $100 deposit is required to book Lior

Agreement*

I confirm that I understand and will comply with all of the requirements as listed above

Booking Organization Information

Booking Organization Name

Booking Organization Contact First and Last Name

Booking Contact Phone

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Booking Contact Email

Event Information

Event Name (where Lior is requested to appear)

Event Date (when Lior is requested to appear)

Time that Lior will arrive

Address of Event

Time Lior will exit

Event location details

ROLE OF LIOR’S HANDLER

It is the role of the booking organization to assign a handler
The handler must be present at all times during public appearances to escort and assist Lior as needed (the mascot has limited vision due to the construction of the headpiece)
Please ensure that adults and children are being respectful towards Lior at all times (no hitting, pulling, poking, yelling, pushing, or putting anything in Lior’s mouth, etc.)
The handler must ensure the cooling fan is activated and cooling vest has been cooled in a refrigerator for 4-5 hours prior to the event so that it is sufficiently cooled for the performer who is wearing the costume
The handler must remain alert to identify signs of distress or illness of the performer associated with temperature extremes or other hazardous situations
The handler must establish a set of hand signals with the mascot performer as a means of communication. Something as simple as a thumbs down can tell you that something is wrong and that Lior needs to get to a secured area
If the event is outside and it begins to rain, get Lior indoors as soon as possible to prevent damage to the costume
Make sure that Lior engages with everyone who would like to interact or take a photo
Since Lior is a non-speaking character, you will serve as their voice when necessary, relaying messages on their behalf
For the safety and comfort of the Lior performer, prior to the performance, establish and ensure that rest breaks are taken every ½ hour – especially during hot weather
Please ensure you have water on hand for the performer to drink during breaks
Ensure that the removal of any costume component is done out of the audience’s view to preserve the integrity of the mascot character
Escort Lior to a private location before removal of any part of the costume!

Requirements Agreement*

I confirm my understanding and agreement to comply with the information listed above

Name of approved "handler"

Handler's Age*

I confirm that the named handler is 18+ years of age

IMPORTANT NOTES

Do not cover the Federation logo on the front of Lior’s clothing or the name and number on the back
Do not tape or pin items to any part of the mascot
Lior can hold appropriate objects like flags, traditional holiday items (ex: shofar/gragger), musical instruments, artificial food items (not real food!)
Please do not ask the mascot to hold or lift anyone up. Posing with people for photos is acceptable and encouraged!
If your event is scheduled to be outside and there is a strong chance of rain, you may wish to reconsider Lior’s appearance
Please avoid asking the mascot to sit or lay down on dirty surfaces such as (but not limited to) grass, sand, mud, uncleaned floor – this will cause you to lose your deposit due to cleaning costs!)
The mascot costume must be stored in a cool, secure room or building inside the carrying bag
Please do not leave the mascot unattended in a public location
In the event that the mascot costume is lost or stolen, the organization will be responsible for covering the costs to replace it
Encourage guests to share photos on social media with #jewishwinnipeg to be featured
Share photos on your organization’s social media with @jewishwinnipeg to be featured

I confirm that:*

I understand and will comply with all of the requirements listed above

I confirm:*

The event is in the Jewish Federation of Winnipeg Community Calendar

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