Terms and Conditions

Western Maritime Institute

Last updated: June 30, 2026
Effective Date: February 17, 2021

INTRODUCTION

Please read these Terms of Use (“Terms”, “Terms of Use”) carefully before using the https://maritimeed.com website (the “Service”) operated by Western Maritime Institute (“us”, “we”, “our”, or “Company”). Your access to and use of the Service is conditioned on your acceptance of and compliance with these Terms. These Terms apply to all visitors, users and others who access or use the Service. By accessing or using the Service you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you disagree with any part of the terms then you may not access the Service.

INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY

The Service and its original content, features and functionality are and will remain the exclusive property of Western Maritime Institute and its licensors.

LINKS TO OTHER WEB SITES

Our Service may contain links to third-party web sites or services that are not owned or controlled by Western Maritime Institute.

Western Maritime Institute has no control over, and assumes no responsibility for, the content, privacy policies, or practices of any third party web sites or services. You further acknowledge and agree that Western Maritime Institute shall not be responsible or liable, directly or indirectly, for any damage or loss caused or alleged to be caused by or in connection with use of or reliance on any such content, goods or services available on or through any such web sites or services.

We strongly advise you to read the terms and conditions and privacy policies of any third-party web sites or services that you visit.

CANADA’S ANTI-SPAM LEGISLATION (CASL) COMPLIANCE

1. Commercial Electronic Messages

Western Maritime Institute complies fully with Canada’s Anti-Spam Legislation (CASL), S.C. 2010, c. 23. CASL regulates the sending of commercial electronic messages (CEMs), including marketing emails, newsletters, and promotional communications.

2. Express Consent

We will only send commercial electronic messages to individuals who have provided express written consent to receive communications from us. This consent is obtained through opt-in mechanisms such as email subscription forms, newsletter sign-ups, course registration, or other explicit authorization. We do not send unsolicited commercial electronic messages.

3. Unsubscribe Mechanism

Every commercial electronic message sent by Western Maritime Institute will include a clear and functioning unsubscribe link or mechanism. Recipients may unsubscribe from our mailing lists at any time by clicking the unsubscribe link in any email or by contacting us directly using the contact information provided below. We will honor all unsubscribe requests within ten (10) business days.

4. Identification Requirements

All commercial electronic messages sent by Western Maritime Institute will clearly identify the sender as Western Maritime Institute and include accurate contact information. This requirement applies to all electronic messages, including transactional communications. Specifically, each message will include:

5. Types of Electronic Messages

Western Maritime Institute sends various types of electronic messages to its users and customers:

Marketing and Promotional Messages (sent only with express consent):

• Marketing and promotional emails regarding our courses, programs, and services
• Course announcements and schedule updates
• Educational newsletters and industry updates
• Event invitations and promotional offers
• Product updates and service announcements

Transactional and Operational Messages: Course confirmations, account notifications, student portal updates, customer service responses, and account management messages are considered transactional communications. All transactional messages will include clear identification of Western Maritime Institute as the sender and contact information, consistent with CASL requirements.

6. Personal Information and Privacy

We collect and process email addresses and personal information in accordance with the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA) and our Privacy Policy. All personal information used for sending electronic messages will be handled securely and will not be shared with third parties except as necessary for service delivery. For more information, please review our complete Privacy Policy at https://maritimeed.com/privacy-policy/

7. Third-Party Service Providers

Western Maritime Institute may engage third-party service providers, email service providers, and marketing platforms to assist in sending electronic messages. All third parties involved in sending emails on our behalf are contractually required to comply with CASL and all applicable data protection regulations. We remain fully responsible for ensuring CASL compliance in all communications sent on our behalf.

TERMINATION

We may terminate or suspend access to our Service immediately, without prior notice or liability, for any reason whatsoever, including without limitation if you breach the Terms.

All provisions of the Terms which by their nature should survive termination shall survive termination, including, without limitation, ownership provisions, warranty disclaimers, indemnity and limitations of liability.

GOVERNING LAW

These Terms shall be governed and construed in accordance with the laws of Canada without regard to its conflict of law provisions.

Our failure to enforce any right or provision of these Terms will not be considered a waiver of those rights. If any provision of these Terms is held to be invalid or unenforceable by a court, the remaining provisions of these Terms will remain in effect. These Terms constitute the entire agreement between us regarding our Service, and supersede and replace any prior agreements we might have between us regarding the Service.

CHANGES TO TERMS

We reserve the right, at our sole discretion, to modify or replace these Terms at any time. If a revision is material we will try to provide at least 30 days notice prior to any new terms taking effect. What constitutes a material change will be determined at our sole discretion.

By continuing to access or use our Service after those revisions become effective, you agree to be bound by the revised terms. If you do not agree to the new terms, please stop using the Service.

CONTACT US

If you have any questions about these Terms and Conditions, CASL compliance, or wish to unsubscribe from our mailing list, please contact us:

Western Maritime Institute
Toll-Free: 1-866-632-6888
Email: info@maritimeed.com
Website: https://maritimeed.com

Surrey Campus: Unit 603, 13761 96 Ave, Surrey, BC, V3V 0E8, Canada
Nanaimo Campus: 3519 Hallberg Road, Ladysmith, BC, V9G 1K1, Canada