Discovery Islands Adventure in Quadra Island

5 days of coastal touring exploring Hoskyn channel, Surge Narrows Marine Park, and the coastline near the lodge (hours can count towards Paddle Canada Touring 1 SUP Skills certification if interested)

2 Paddle Canada certified guides with Wilderness & Remote First Aid/CPR qualifications

4 nights of rustic accommodation at Discovery Island Lodge which includes basic bedding (fitted sheet, pillow, pillowcase), 4 bathrooms, a kitchen with cooking basics, and solar power.

1 hour online or phone session to help you prepare for the trip​

ALL TAXES & FEES!!!

Travel to and from the course destination: Discovery Islands Lodge, Quadra Island

Travel Insurance

Charts and Maps

Personal clothing, top bedding, personal paddling gear, etc. as per the Packing List.

Touring board, paddle, PFD, leash, throw bag with the tow line. Rentals are available. Must add at time of booking!

Food - A kitchen is available to cook your own meals. Please bring easy-to-cook food for 4 dinners, 3 lunches, and 4 breakfasts. Lunches should be suitable for packing on your board during the course.

WHEN TO ARRIVE/ DEPART

Our program begins at 3:00 pm on Day 1 (July 10) at Discovery Islands Lodge

Our program ends at 10:00 am on Day 5 (July 14) from Discovery Islands Lodge

PLANNING YOUR TRAVEL

Discovery Islands Lodge is at the end of Surge Narrows Road on Quadra Island, about 30 km from the ferry. Quadra Island is a 10-minute ferry from the city of Campbell River on Vancouver Island. You can get here by air, or overland by driving or bus.

By Airplane:

Fly to Campbell River Airport on Vancouver Island. There are many flights from Vancouver, Victoria, and Seattle; see below. Or fly to Comox Airport from Calgary via WestJet. Drive to the ferry terminal at Campbell River. You can rent a car or use the airporter service.

If you would like help with flights, please contact Marina at Departures is willing to work with the host clients to book flights and make other travel plans.

She charges a $75 fee for domestic travel and $150 for international.

By Car or Bus:

Take a ferry to Vancouver Island. You can travel from Vancouver BC via BC Ferries departing from terminals at Tsawassen or Horseshoe Bay. Your destination is Nanaimo (mid-island) or Victoria, the pretty capital city at the south end of Vancouver Island. There are also ferries from the USA to Victoria – departing from Seattle, WA, and Port Angeles on the Olympic Peninsula. Sailing time for all ferry routes is 1.5 – 2 hours.

Drive to Campbell River via Highway 19. Driving time is 3.5 hours from Victoria; 2 hours from Nanaimo.

Take the ferry to Quadra Island, departing from downtown Campbell River. 10 minutes

Bus service to Campbell River is available from downtown and airport locations in Vancouver, Victoria, and Nanaimo, BC.

At the Quathiaski Cove (Quadra) ferry landing, follow traffic: off the ferry – up the hill – past the plaza. Turn right at the stop sign (gas station corner); turn next-left at West Road (just past the school, where all the directional signs are.) Follow West Road past the police station, and about 5 km further to Heriot Bay.

At Heriot Bay Fire Station (first crossroad), turn left onto Cramer Road.

Stay on this road all the way 22 km to Discovery Islands Lodge! The road name changes: Cramer Road becomes Hyacinthe Bay Road, then Village Bay Lakes Road, and finally turns into Surge Narrows Road for the last 5 km or so. (Don’t Turn, and Trust your Odometer!

You’ll enjoy this winding wilderness road through Quadra Island’s temperate rainforest and the beautiful BC Provincial Park at Main Lakes. The last 12 km of road are hilly and mostly wide enough for 2 vehicles to pass easily – but be careful! The graveled road surface is well-maintained and fine for 2- wheel-drive vehicles… Just slow down and enjoy the scenery!

Surge Narrows Road ends at the ocean, 100 meters beyond our driveway. Before you get there, you’ll see our sign and our driveway to the right: “Discovery Islands Lodge, Sea Kayaking, B&B Kayak Hostel.” The driveway is steep, but fine for all vehicles to go down — and up again after you unload! We don’t have space for parking at the bottom, but there are several parking areas on the driveway, and it is also fine to park along the upper roadside.

ACCOMMODATION

STAY AT DISCOVERY ISLANDS LODGE

Location: Discovery Islands Lodge, Surge Narrows, BC, Canada
Welcome to one of the nicest waterfront accommodations for adventurous people! Located on Quadra Island, Discovery Islands Lodge offers easy access to an un-crowded paradise of clear sheltered ocean, marine parks, abundant wildlife, spectacular rainforest, and towering mountain vistas.

On this adventure, our group gets full, exclusive use of the top two floors of the lodge, and shared access to the dock, and downstairs. There are six regular rooms that have two single beds, one double bed, or single bunk beds. Maximum 2 people per room. Beds provided with clean bottom sheet, pillow, and pillowcase. There are two showers with hot & cold running water, and there is also a wood-fired sauna on the dock.

Packing List: SUP Coastal Touring & Camping

Paddling Equipment

Inflatable or hard-touring board appropriate for ocean touring.

Paddle

PFD (Transport Canada-approved personal flotation device (no waist belt or other inflatable PFD)

Coil Leash

Extra collapsible paddle

Extra fin and fin screw that fits your board

2 - 20 to 30L waterproof drybags for tent and sleeping kit, clothing, kitchen kit

1 - 10 L waterproof dry bag for day gear and extras

1 - 10 to 15 L waterproof dry bag or cooler bag for food

Charts of the area with a waterproof chart bag

Waterproof notebook, waterproof pen or pencil

Download the following apps onto your phone before the course start:

AdventureSmart Trip Plan App

Windy: wind & weather forecast or other wind forecasting app

AyeTides or another tide app

Clothing & Extras

Neoprene booties/ water sandals/water shoes for beach landings and launches

Upper and lower body clothing system

Immersion gear suitable for weather and water conditions (wet suit/drysuit/neoprene)

Change of clothes in case of swim

Waterproof rain jacket and pants

Midlayer fleece or puffy jacket

Wool socks

Camp clothes

Camp shoes

Toque

Hat

Water bottle

Thermos (for tea, coffee, or hot water)

Sunscreen and lip block

Binoculars/camera if desired

Sunglasses with buoyant strap

Notebook/journal/pen

Headlamp with extra batteries

Camping Gear

1-2 person tent ultralight/light tent

Tarp

Compressible sleeping bag

Sleeping pad or Thermarest

Small packable pillow

Ultralight camp chair of desired

Small camping stove (ultralight preferred)

Fuel (75-100mL/ person/ day)

Cooking pot or kettle if just boiling water

Knife, fork, spoon

Mug

Thermos for tea/coffee

Food & Water

2 breakfasts such as dry cereals or oatmeal with dried fruits, fruit bread, bagels with PB/jam, hard-boiled eggs (pre-cooked), eggs, pancakes, etc.

3 lunches such as wraps, bagel sandwiches, crackers with dried meats, cheese, tuna, etc. Add hummus and veggies and some trail mix

2 suppers such as one-pot meals like; soups, pasta like macaroni, spaghetti, chicken or tuna, chili, veggie fajitas with refried beans, etc.

Snacks for 3 days like; trail mix, veggies, fruits, chocolate, energy bars, etc.

Drinks like coffee, tea, drink crystals, powdered milk, etc.

Water - at least 1 liter for breakfast, 3 throughout the day, and 1 liter for dinner (approx 5 liters per person per day, so a minimum of 15 liters for 1 person for 3 days) plus extra if needed for bathing and washing up.

Water bladders (like these) are ideal for carrying your fresh water.

There are no fresh water sources on the island so each person must be prepared to carry their own on their board.

Electrolytes - When it’s hot or you are perspiring it is not enough to drink water. It is very important to replace your electrolytes throughout the day as well. This is easily accomplished with coconut water, pre-made drinks such as Gatorade, or my preferred electrolyte tabs such as Nuun which can be easily carried and added to your water as needed.

Estimating Food Quantities (the basics)

Total daily weight per person should be around 700-1250 grams

Breakfast can be about 25% of the total weight

Lunch can be about 25% of the total weight

Dinner should be 40% of the total weight

Snacks make up the remaining 10%

WOW!!!! Just came back from a fantastic touring/navigation sup course. Pam chose an incredible location based from Discovery Lodge on Quadra Island which offered a remote sense of adventure while still having a lovely, comfortable lodge to create meals and rest while breathing in the views after a super day of paddling! Pam is a gem of a person and an incredibly talented paddle Canada instructor and guide and a marine biologist! I learned an immense amount on this course and experienced such a variety of different elements each day. Our daily adventures along shorelines and crossing channels, stopping to watch Dahl porpoises play (a species of mini porpoises that I din't know existed.... soo cute!) paddling with and against winds/ tides/currents, reading and understanding charts, stopping at a dock on a different island which has the world's only floating post office (nobody there... you leave money inside in an envelope for stamps!) all of this and more.... I made new friends, had the adventure of a life time and came back feeling stronger as a paddler, more confident and wanting to go back for more!

Clare, (As seen in TripAdvisor, Aug 2021)

Cancellation & Refund Policy

Cancellations by You and Refunds

To cancel your booking, you must submit your request to us

Refunds are determined by program type and will be applied per person according to the following schedule, based on the date we receive your written notification:

Private Lessons & Clinics

Cancellation Up to 48 hours prior, 100% refund

Cancellation within 48 hours prior, non-refundable

Paddle Canada Courses & Public Programs (other than multi-day programs)

Cancellation Up to 2 weeks prior, 100% refund

Cancellation within 2 weeks prior, non-refundable

Multi-day Programs

Cancellation up to 90 days before departure, 100% of the deposit is refunded

Cancellation within 90-60 days prior, 50% of the deposit is refunded

Cancellation Within 60-30 days prior, 0% of the deposit and 100% of the final payment is refunded

Cancellation within 30 days prior, 0% of the deposit and 0% of the final payment is refunded

No refunds will be provided for any unused portion of a program once the program begins, including if you leave a program for any reason or have to be removed from a tour. There are no exceptions to this cancellation and refund policy, including for reasons related to weather, terrorism, civil strife, personal, family, or medical emergencies, or any other circumstances beyond our control. For this reason, we strongly encourage you to purchase trip cancellation and interruption insurance.

Changes by You

If you change your program dates or alter your itinerary after we confirm your program, a change fee may be imposed. The type and scope of change dictate the amount of the change fee. Our outside suppliers, including hotels, often impose additional fees or penalties for changes and cancellations. These are included in the change fee and can be substantial.

Cancellations or Changes by the host and Flexibility

We reserve the right to cancel, alter or modify any program without prior notice for the safety and/or comfort of clients. You acknowledge that the amenities, accommodations, transportation, route, schedule, and itinerary may change without prior notice due to local circumstances or events, which may include mechanical breakdown, flight cancellations, illness, strikes, political disputes, weather, border crossing problems, pandemics, and other unforeseeable factors. Before departure, if we make a significant change because of a problem with a supplier (e.g., bankruptcy), we will, as soon as reasonably possible, notify you of available alternatives.

Any changes may require a supplemental payment from you or result in a refund less any cancellation fees and nonrefundable deposits. If we cancel, which is rare, a check for a full refund will be issued to you less any airline ticket cancellation fees and nonrefundable deposits advanced to local suppliers. This refund will constitute a full settlement of claims you may have arising out of our cancellation. No refunds under this paragraph will be provided due to cancellations or changes due to Force Majeure.

No Refunds for Personal Expenses: You will not be reimbursed for any personal expenses such as airfare, hotel, or other travel expenses due to changes in itineraries or tour cancellations.

Read this agreement thoroughly and carefully before making a program reservation with the host.

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Agreement

The terms and conditions outlined in this agreement constitute the entire understanding and agreement between you the trip “Participant” and the host concerning any reservations, bookings, or transactions made with the host. By making a Reservation in a Program, you accept all of the terms in this agreement and direct us to perform services on your behalf. All persons named in the Reservation (“Participants”) are subject to this agreement.

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Reservations

You may reserve space in a Program via our website and online booking platform. A Reservation is accepted and becomes definite only from the date when the host sends a written confirmation of acceptance of trip registration and the receipt of the applicable payment amount. It is at this point that a contract between the host and the Participant comes into existence. The host reserves the right to decline any reservations at its discretion.

By reserving space in a Program, the Participant acknowledges they have considered the potential risks, dangers, and challenges, and expressly assumes the risks attendant to such conditions as may be experienced.

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Definitions

“Participant” - The person or persons named on the Reservation including Minors.

“Program” - A course, lesson, tour, trip, event, or any other offering provided by the host.

“Reservations” - A booking that secures your space on a program.

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Pricing

All programs are priced in CAD (Canadian Dollars).

For all Canadian Programs, there is an additional 5% Goods and Services Tax (GST).

Non-program add-ons (equipment rentals, merchandise) must be charged both 5% GST and 7% PST.

Covid-19 Worry-Free Booking

This policy overrides the refund policy below for 2021.

During this time, the host has implemented Worry-Free Booking; if anyone needs to cancel their program reservation, due to Covid-19 considerations, the reservation may be rescheduled, when possible, or fully refunded to the participant.

It is important to us that we work collectively to decrease the spread of COVID-19. We appreciate your patience as we navigate through these unprecedented times. You can read the full Covid-19 Policy here.

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Deposits and Final Payment

All host's multi-day trips require a 25% deposit per person at the time of booking. Final payment is due 60 days before departure. If your reservation is made within 60 days of departure, the entire trip cost must be paid when we confirm the trip with you.

All the hosts of all lessons, courses, tours, events, and any program, other than multi-day trips, require payment in full at the time of booking.

Payments can be made via credit card or e-transfer.

By Reservation on behalf of other participants, you are deemed to be the designated contact person for every participant included in that Reservation. This means that you are responsible for making all payments due in connection with your program Reservation, notifying the host if any changes or cancellations are required, and keeping your party informed.

Credit Card Authorization for Post-Booking Charges

You authorize the host to charge your credit card number for any change fees, price increases, or supplemental payments that you incur post-booking. If you prefer a different payment method, you must notify us in writing at the time of booking.

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Cancellation & Refund Policy

Cancellations by You and Refunds

To cancel your booking, you must submit your request to us

Refunds are determined by program type and will be applied per person according to the following schedule, based on the date we receive your written notification:

Private Lessons & Clinics

Cancellation Up to 48 hours prior, 100% refund

Cancellation within 48 hours prior, non-refundable

Paddle Canada Courses & Public Programs (other than multi-day programs)

Cancellation Up to 2 weeks prior, 100% refund

Cancellation within 2 weeks prior, non-refundable

Multi-day Programs

Cancellation up to 90 days before departure, 100% of the deposit is refunded

Cancellation within 90-60 days prior, 50% of the deposit is refunded

Cancellation Within 60-30 days prior, 0% of the deposit and 100% of the final payment is refunded

Cancellation within 30 days prior, 0% of the deposit and 0% of the final payment is refunded

No refunds will be provided for any unused portion of a program once the program begins, including if you leave a program for any reason or have to be removed from a tour. There are no exceptions to this cancellation and refund policy, including for reasons related to weather, terrorism, civil strife, personal, family, or medical emergencies, or any other circumstances beyond our control. For this reason, we strongly encourage you to purchase trip cancellation and interruption insurance.

Changes by You

If you change your program dates or alter your itinerary after we confirm your program, a change fee may be imposed. The type and scope of change dictate the amount of the change fee. Our outside suppliers, including hotels, often impose additional fees or penalties for changes and cancellations. These are included in the change fee and can be substantial.

Cancellations or Changes by the host and Flexibility

We reserve the right to cancel, alter or modify any program without prior notice for the safety and/or comfort of clients. You acknowledge that the amenities, accommodations, transportation, route, schedule, and itinerary may change without prior notice due to local circumstances or events, which may include mechanical breakdown, flight cancellations, illness, strikes, political disputes, weather, border crossing problems, pandemics, and other unforeseeable factors. If, before departure, we make a significant change because of a problem with a supplier (e.g., bankruptcy), we will, as soon as reasonably possible, notify you of available alternatives.

Any changes may require a supplemental payment from you or result in a refund less any cancellation fees and nonrefundable deposits. If we cancel, which is rare, a check for a full refund will be issued to you less any airline ticket cancellation fees and nonrefundable deposits advanced to local suppliers. This refund will constitute a full settlement of claims you may have arising out of our cancellation. No refunds under this paragraph will be provided due to cancellations or changes due to Force Majeure.

No Refunds for Personal Expenses: You will not be reimbursed for any personal expenses such as airfare, hotel, or other travel expenses due to changes in itineraries or tour cancellations.

Minors

By Reservation on behalf of any minors, you are deemed to be the designated contact person for every participant included on that Reservation and take full responsibility for the accuracy of all information provided on their behalf. Each adult on a Reservation with a minor or minor(s) is responsible for the behavior, well-being, supervision, and monitoring of such minor(s), and jointly and accepts these Terms for and on behalf of any minor(s) on their Reservation, including all assumptions of risk and limitations of liability.

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Responsibility

The host acts only as an intermediary for the various independent suppliers that provide lodging, meals, transportation, sightseeing, activities, or other goods and services connected with your program (“Supplier” or “Suppliers”). You acknowledge that you are aware and clearly understand that these Suppliers are independent contractors, are not managed by the host, and are not agents or employees of the host. A Supplier’s services are subject to the Supplier’s terms and conditions and the local laws and regulations of the relevant country. The host will provide a refund for a Supplier’s delay, cancellation, or overbooking less any nonrefundable deposits and cancellation fees.

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Force Majeure

The host will not be deemed in breach of this agreement or otherwise liable to you, because of a delay in performance or nonperformance of any of its obligations under this agreement to the extent that any such delay or nonperformance is due to any Force Majeure. “Force Majeure” means any circumstances beyond the reasonable control of the host, including without limitation acts of God, terrorist activities, insurrection, explosion, flood, tempest, forceful wind, fire or accident, war or threat of war declared or undeclared, sabotage, civil disturbance, labor strikes, requisition, sickness, quarantine, government intervention, weather conditions, and unforeseen circumstances.

If the host and/or any of its Suppliers are affected by Force Majeure, they shall be entitled to, and may in their sole discretion, vary or cancel any itinerary or arrangement about the program. Regarding civil unrest, once the host has investigated the prevailing situation, as it deems fit, it shall remain in the host's sole and absolute discretion whether to proceed with the program.

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Travel Insurance

The tour price does not include travel insurance. We strongly recommend that you purchase comprehensive travel insurance, covering trip interruption and cancellation, baggage, medical, accident/life, evacuation, repatriation, and other expenses which might arise as a result of loss, damage, injury, delay, or inconvenience occurring to you. You agree to assume all costs of medical care and transportation. As such, we require that you purchase travel-related insurance if your current medical policy does not cover you during your tour. We may require proof of coverage.

You may purchase insurance through our preferred provider, World Nomads. If you decide not to use our preferred provider, we assume you are securing protection through another insurance company of your choosing.

Pre-Departure Documentation

It is important that you carefully read all trip-related documents that you receive from us as soon as you receive them. It is your responsibility to contact us if any information is incorrect. We cannot accept any liability if you do not notify us of any inaccuracies within 30 days of your receipt of those documents.

A waiver of liability and assumption of risk agreement, a photo release, a Covid-19 Screening form and, if required, a medical statement must be signed and submitted by you. If you fail to submit this and other necessary documentation before departure, we reserve the right to treat your booking as canceled by you and impose the cancellation fees described in this agreement.

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Passports and Visas

You are responsible for ensuring that all necessary travel documents are valid and effective and in your possession for the entire tour. Passports are required for all people traveling to Canada and abroad and should be valid for at least 6 months after your date of return. We suggest you apply for or renew a passport early. Other required documents may include visas, permits, and vaccination certificates. You assume full responsibility for checking and verifying any passport, visa, vaccination, or other entry requirements.

You are also solely responsible for any adverse consequences resulting from incomplete or defective documentation. While we may provide information or advice on matters such as visas, vaccinations, climate, clothing, baggage, and special equipment in good faith as a courtesy to you, we are not responsible for any errors or omissions as to the information provided.

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Health Requirements and Medical Care

Our tours are physically active, with varying levels of demands and fitness requirements depending on the specific itinerary. By signing this agreement, you represent that you do not have any physical or other conditions that would create a hazard for you or other Participants or affect other people’s enjoyment of the tour. If you have a physical condition, dietary restrictions, or other conditions that will or may require special attention during the tour, you must inform us in writing when the booking is made. We may require a medical certificate if you have a special condition. We reserve the right in our sole discretion to accept, decline, or remove anyone from a tour (at departure or during the tour) who we judge to be incapable of meeting the tour’s physical demands.

The host assumes no responsibility for any medical care provided to you. You agree to assume all costs of medical care and related transportation that are provided to you during the tour.

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Complaint Procedure

If you have a complaint during your tour, you must promptly notify the host or your tour leader of the problem so that they can attempt to remedy the situation. Failure to do so while you are on the tour will extinguish or reduce your ability to claim compensation from the host. Further, if you attempt to address the problem on your own without using this notice procedure, you assume responsibility for any added costs you may incur and forfeit any potential refunds.

If you are not satisfied after using this notice procedure, you must submit your complaint in writing to the host within 14 days of the tour’s end date. The host will not accept any liability for claims received after this period.

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Tour Start Date

It is your responsibility to be ready to embark on the tour as specified in the itinerary. The host is not responsible for any losses due to canceled or missed flights, changed flight itineraries, late arrivals, or early departures.

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Compliance with Local Laws and Tour Etiquette

You must strictly comply with all local laws, respect local customs and culture, accurately assess your abilities, respect other trip members’ privacy, and follow the suggestions and advice of all assigned guides. The decision of the local guide or local supplier is final on all matters that may threaten the safety or interfere with the well-being of others. During the tour, the host or the local guide/supplier has the right in its sole discretion to remove anyone a) who it judges to be incapable of meeting the demands and requirements of participating in the tour activities; or b) who it determines to detract from others’ enjoyment of the tour.

Images Release

You agree that the host may use, re-use and reproduce any images, photos, or videos that you send to us, or that are taken by our guides and/or other travelers of you individually or in a group, in any medium, including but not limited to print, electronic media, video or Internet, free of charge and without your right to inspection, for promoting and publicizing our travel products and services worldwide. If you do not want us to use any images of you that are taken by us or other participants during the tour, you must inform us or your tour leader in writing at the start of the tour.

Limitation of Remedies

You agree that the sole remedy for any default by the host arising under this agreement shall be the return of the paid tour cost. To the maximum extent permitted under applicable law, the host shall not be liable for any special, consequential, indirect, incidental, or other damages arising out of or in any way connected to this agreement, including lost profits, whether such damages arise in contract, negligence, tort, under the statute, in equity, at law, or otherwise, even if the host has been advised of the possibility of such damages. You expressly waive any right you may have to recover such damages.

Severability

If any provision of this agreement shall be unenforceable or invalid under any applicable law, such unenforceability or invalidity shall not render the agreement unenforceable or invalid as a whole. Such an unenforceable provision will be replaced with one that is valid and enforceable and which achieves, to the extent possible, the original objectives and intent of the original provision.

Successors and Assigns

This agreement shall inure to the benefit of and be binding upon the host and the Participant and their respective heirs, legal personal representatives, successors, and assigns.

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Updating of Terms and Conditions

The host reserves the right to update and/or alter these terms and conditions at any time. It is your responsibility to be familiar with these terms and conditions. The latest terms and conditions can be found on the host.

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Applicable Law and Choice of Forum

Any dispute arising out of this agreement, including all tort claims – whether such dispute arises in contract or tort or otherwise – shall be litigated and determined, if at all, only before a court of competent jurisdiction in Victoria, British Columbia, Canada (and in no other).

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Merger

This Agreement is the final, complete, and exclusive statement of the party's agreement on the matters contained in this agreement. It supersedes all previous negotiations and agreements.