EASTERN CANADA PILGRIMAGE 9 DAY NOVENA / CONSECRATION TO ST JOSEPH WITH FATHER PAUL MORET DIOCESE OF EDMONTON

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1 PILGRIMAGE EASTERN CANADA PILGRIMAGE 9 DAY NOVENA / CONSECRATION TO ST JOSEPH WITH FATHER PAUL MORET DIOCESE OF EDMONTON October 1 st to October 11 th, 2018 HIGHLIGHTS OF THE PILGRIMAGE The World s largest Shrine dedicated to St Joseph: Saint Joseph s Oratory The oldest Parish in Northern America: Our Lady of Quebec The largest Marian Shrine in Canada: Our Lady of the Cape The Martyrs Shrine in Midland SPIRITUALITY Daily Mass Adorations moments to pray Meeting with the communities For Edmonton area, please contact: Lyle Thorne, cell: or ourhope@telus.net

2 ITINERARY DAY 1 ǀ MONDAY OCTOBER 1 st EDMONTON - QUEBEC CITY Flight from Edmonton to Quebec City via Montreal. On arrival at J. Lesage Airport in Quebec City, coach transfer to your hotel situated on the shores of Lac Delage close to Quebec City. Get settled in your room. Evening dinner followed by mass at the hotel. Overnight. on snow. There, enjoy traditional Quebecois food and music. Return to hotel. Overnight DAY 2 ǀ TUESDAY OCTOBER 2 nd QUEBEC CITY After breakfast, coach transfer to Quebec City, the oldest city in all north America. Learn about the Founders of the Canadian Church inside the place they lived in: Saint François de Laval, first bishop of Quebec in the Notre Dame de Québec Cathedral which houses his tomb. Private mass in Notre-Dame de Québec. Then, Sainte Marie de l Incarnation, foundress of the Ursulines of Quebec, in the Ursulines Chapel with her tomb. After lunch (on your own), continue with Blessed Catherine de Saint-Augustin at the Augustines Monastery with her reliquary. Here, she founded the Hôtel-Dieu de Québec, a teaching hospital. This day will be lived as a faithful experience. Leisure time in the Old City of Champlain s neighborhood. Back to hotel: dinner and overnight. DAY 3 ǀ WEDNESDAY OCTOBER 3 rd QUEBEC CITY SAINTE ANNE DE BEAUPRÉ After breakfast, coach transfer to Quebec City. Your guide will take you on a walking tour of Old Quebec City where you will enjoy the charm of the first French settlement in North America. From the Latin Quarter to the Old Champlain, to the walls of the famous Château Frontenac, the City Hall at Place Royale, Quebec reveals all its secrets. Private mass at the Church of Our Lady of Victories. Lunch on your own in the Old Town. Afternoon visit to Le Parlement (Quebec s Legislature) which houses the National Assembly with its 125 elected deputies. Take a stroll on the Plains of Abraham to the Château Frontenac. Coach transfer to Ste Anne de Beaupré. Get settled in your room. Evening dinner in a local restaurant. Overnight.. DAY 5 ǀ FRIDAY OCTOBER 5 th TROIS-RIVIÈRES This morning, visit the Ursuline Museum including the chapel and the permanent exhibition detailing the spiritual life of the Ursuline Sisters, from the Council of Trent to the Second Vatican Council. Coffee served in the former Student Boarders Dining Hall dating back to Continue to the Basilica of Our Lady of the Cape, Canada s National Marian Shrine. Celebrate mass on site followed by lunch at the Madone. This afternoon is dedicated to the visit to the Basilica and the smaller church, renowned as one of the oldest churches of Canada (1720). Learn about the two major miraculous events that took place here: the Pont de Glace (or Ice Bridge) and the Prodigy of the Eyes with Blessed Father Frederick Jansoone (beatified by John Paul II in1988. He was among the witnesses to these events. Free time along the St. Lawrence River. Evening dinner in a local restaurant. Overnight. DAY 4 ǀ THURSDAY OCTOBER 4th SAINTE ANNE DE BEAUPRE- TROIS RIVIERES After breakfast, take time to discover the Basilica of Sainte Anne de Beaupré and to soak in the sense of peace that prevails. Catechetical visit of the Basilica and the Great Chapel followed by a private Mass in the sanctuary. Possible time for the Way of the Cross. Continue to Montmorency Falls, one of the province s most spectacular sites. With its 83 meters high (30 meters higher than Niagara Falls), Montmorency dominates the landscape. Lunch on site. In the afternoon, travel on the King's Road on the way to Trois-Rivières. This is Canada s oldest road (1737) used to link the three most important cities of New France (Montreal, Trois Rivieres and Quebec). En route, stop at Cap Santé to trod along Le Vieux Chemin (the old road) that follows the river. Bordered by beautiful stone and wooden old houses, this path is one of the most picturesque of Canada. Check-in at the hotel at Trois-Rivieres. Then, a coach transfer to a sugar shack (cabane à sucre) for maple toffee

3 DAY 6 ǀ SATURDAY OCTOBER 6th TROIS RIVIERES - MONTREAL After breakfast, departure for the City of Montreal. A guided tour will allow you to understand the Work of Faith which was the foundation of Ville-Marie (Montréal) including a visit to the chapel of Notre-Dame-de-Bon-Secours (the oldest church in Montréal) founded by Saint Marguerite Bourgeoys (whose mortal remains are interred her). Then, we go to the impressive Basilica Notre-Dame and the Chapel of Our Lady of the Sacred Heart. Lunch (on your own) down-town. Mass in the Chapel of Our Lady of the Sacred Heart. Afternoon panoramic tour of this North American city of contrasts, mixing old-world charm and excitement of the New World. En route, stop at St Patrick s Basilica, church opened in 1847 to serve the needs of the Irish immigrants who had come to Montreal in great number due to the famine and other troubles in Ireland and to the Mary Queen of the World Cathedral which was modeled after Saint Peter s Basilica in Rome. Transfer to your hotel down-town. Dinner in a local restaurant. Overnight. DAY 7 ǀ SUNDAY OCTOBER 7th MONTREAL - KAHNAWAKE Spend the morning at St. Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal, a jewel of Canadian Heritage, founded in the early 20th century by Brother Saint André, a man of God with unwavering faith. Discover the most beautiful panorama of Montreal, the Oratory s crypt, the Basilica and the votive chapel. Con-celebrate Sunday Mass. Proceed to the gardens and the Stations of the Cross. Lunch on site. Drive to Kahnawake (south shore of Montreal) in order to journey with Saint Kateri Tekakwitha at the sanctuary dedicated to her. Kateri, nicknamed 'the Lily of the Mohawks' was the first indigenous saint of North America. Visit the small museum dedicated to her. Return to Montréal for evening dinner in a local restaurant and overnight. On board, navigate through a large grouping of islands called the Admiralty Islands which are dotted with small cottages. Lunch on board. Then, at Kingston, Canada s first capital, stop for a short walk through the historic sites and stunning architecture followed by the private mass in Saint Mary s Cathedral. Continue to Toronto. Evening dinner. Check-in at the hotel. Overnight. DAY 9 ǀ TUESDAY OCTOBER 9th TORONTO MIDLAND After breakfast, departure for Midland via St. Ignace II, place where Saint Jean de Brébeuf and St. Gabriel Lalement suffered their martyrdom in March Then, transfer to the National Shrine of the Canadian Martyrs commonly known as the Martyrs Shrine. Private Mass followed by a lunch on your own. In the afternoon, veneration of the relics by evoking the memory of Fathers Brébeuf, Lalement, Garnier, Chabanel and many other Jesuit missionaries who worked among the 20,000 Hurons of the Georgian Bay region in the 17th century. They still inspire pilgrims who come to tread the sacred ground to reflect on the heroic virtues of these pioneers of the cross. Then, visit to the Jesuit Mission of Sainte-Marie among the Hurons which is now a living museum depicting missionary life in the 17 th c. In late afternoon, return to Toronto: stop for the dinner and overnight lodging. DAY 10 ǀ WEDNESDAY OCTOBER 10th TORONTO NIAGARA FALLS This morning we will be on our way to Niagara Falls to visit the Spiritual Center of Mount Carmel, which houses the Canadian shrine dedicated to St. Therese of Lisieux. The monastery, covering an area of 10 acres, overlooks the breathtaking Niagara Falls, making it a perfect place for reflection and meditation. The incredible architecture of his 138-year-old building offers unparalleled attention to detail. Co-celebrate mass. Lunch on site. Spend a leisurely afternoon to enjoy the town and its shops or take the opportunity to experience the cruise to the foot of the Canadian Horseshoe Falls, a breathtaking experience! (note: additional costs for this). Back in Toronto for dinner and overnight. DAY 11 ǀ THURSDAY OCTOBER 11th TORONTO EDMONTON After breakfast, private mass at the Basilian Fathers Chapel followed by a cup of tea and discussion. Praying time. Then, transfer to the airport for lunch on your own and return flight to Edmonton. DAY 8 ǀ MONDAY OCTOBER 8th MONTREAL TORONTO After breakfast, we will make our way to Toronto via Kingston (Gananoque) for a cruise on the Mille Iles river allowing you to admire one of the most spectacular geological formations, the Thousand Islands (Mille-îles) which are the remains of an ancient chain of granite mountains.

4 GENERAL INFORMATION PRICES Quebec license holder Early-Bird price: $ (dbl occupancy) if reservation before June 1st, 2018 Regular price: $ (dbl occupancy) if reservation after June 1st, 2018 Single supplement: $ 590 **subject to availability Quantity limited ** THE PACKAGE INCLUDES Round flights Edmonton / Quebec via Montreal Toronto / Edmonton on Air Canada airlines Coach transportation from Montreal to Toronto Service of a local English speaking guide for 11 days 10 nights in hotels (in double occupancy) + 10 breakfasts 5 lunches 10 dinners (in hotels or restaurants) A cruise (1 hour-cruise) Donations to communities daily masses and all visits Guided tour of Quebec City (02.30 hrs) with local guide. ALL TAXES (airport hotels) NOT INCLUDED Meals not mentioned (5 dinners) + drinks Niagara Falls cruise Travel insurance (on demand if necessary) Personal expenses Tips for guides/bus driver and donations in churches/communities/ REGISTRATION Registration deadline August 1st, 2018 (or when the maximum number of participants is reached, an additional cost could be applicable) To Register Please fill out the registration form and send it with a check for $ 500 or the authorization form for payment by credit card herewith completed. You must register as soon as possible as places are limited (see seating below). Travel insurance is strongly recommended and needs to be paid at the time of initial payment. Nb of participants Minimum 30 Maximum 40 For further information, please contact: For Edmonton area: Lyle Thorne : - Cell : (780) Spiritours : Laurence Maurin (laurence@spiritours.com)

5 REGISTRATION FORM EASTERN CANADA PILGRIMAGE NOVENA / CONSECRATION TO ST JOSEPH From October 1st to October 11th, 2018 Quebec license holder EARLY-BIRD PRICE: if reservation before June 1st, 2018 ( double occupancy) $ / pers. REGULAR PRICE (in double occupancy) $ / pers. SINGLE SUPPLEMENT ***subject to availability Limited quantity*** $ 590 Mr. / Mrs. / Miss LAST NAME First Name *** Important: Last name and First name must be exactly the same as on your passport*** ADDRESS City POSTAL CODE TEL (home) TEL (work) CELL PASSPORT # EXPIRY DATE / / NATIONALITY Important: Please attach a copy of your passport with your registration form. Date of birth: (dd /mm/yyyy) / / DESIRED OCCUPATION* : Single room*: + $ 590 (*subject to availability - Quantity limited*) Sharing room with I would like to share a room with a person from the group PERSONAL INFORMATION: Person to contact in case of an emergency: Tel: Allergies or food restrictions: Are you self-sufficient? That is to say, physically and psychologically fit, to participate in all the activities offered in the program of the trip without being accompanied or assisted by a third person. (For smooth travel in a group, Spiritours reserves the right to refuse any person deemed not sufficiently independent and that would not be accompanied). Yes No if not, please indicate the name of the person who will accompany you Specific medical conditions we should be aware off: How did you hear about this trip? Your signature indicates that you have read and agree to Spiritour s conditions. Date: Signature: Please send to the following address: Spiritours, 1030 Beaubien street East, Suite 400, Montreal, Quebec, H2S 1T4. Please remember to include your deposit check of $ 500 (+ insurance if required) payable to Spiritours. We strongly suggest you also include a check postdated to August 1 st, 2018 for the balance.

6 AUTHORIZATION FORM FOR CREDIT CARD PAYMENT Quebec license holder EASTERN CANADA PILGRIMAGE NOVENA / CONCECRATION TO ST JOSEPH From October 1st to October 11th, 2018 DEPOSIT I, hereby authorize Spiritours (or its suppliers) to charge the amount of $ on my credit card. Type of card (Visa, MasterCard**): Credit card number: Expiration date: Date: Signature: BALANCE I, hereby, authorize Spiritours (or its suppliers) to charge the amount of $ on my credit card 60 days prior to departure. Type of card (Visa, MasterCard**): Credit card number: Expiration date: Date: Signature: **Please take note that American Express is not accepted

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8 GENERAL CONDITIONS Quebec license Holder Prices Reservation & payment A deposit of $ CAD is required along with your signed registration form. Include an additional amount equal to travel insurance, if required. Money orders, credit cards (except for American Express) and personal checks (Canada only) are payable to Spiritours. The balance is due no less than 60 days before departure (unless specified differently in the itinerary) the tour operator reserves the right to cancel your booking if payments are late. The following cancellation charges will apply.. Cancellation charges Up to 60 days prior to departure: $500. Less than 60 days prior to departure: 100% Non-refundable Changes: up to $300 fee for any change of the passenger s name. Less than 60 days prior to departure, any change will be considered as a cancellation and the fees mentioned above will apply. Spiritours reserves the right to cancel a tour if the minimum number of participants is not reached by the deadline or to change the dates if deemed necessary. In case of a cancellation called by Spiritours, the full amount paid for the tour will be reimbursed and this will represent the final settlement towards the client. Spiritours will not be required to intervene when a problem occurs between the authorities of a country and a member of the group if he would not comply with the laws, customs, rules and traditions of the host country. Insurance We suggest that you take a trip cancellation or interruption insurance in case of sickness, hospitalization, death of the covered person or person s family members, disaster (fire, flood, etc.), loss of employment or any other major reasons. The cost for the insurance is non-refundable. It is the client s responsibility to read and understand the conditions, policies, and exclusions of the aforementioned insurance Claims You are required to inform, as soon as possible, the representative of Spiritours of any eventual claim. Abroad, you must immediately advise the guide or the Hotel Manager so that the appropriate steps are taken. The indicated prices include the FICAV being 1.00$ per $ of the product or on tourist services purchased. Except to the contrary indication, all prices are in Canadian Dollars. Prices are subject to change up to 30 days before the departure date in case of an increase in the fuel price imposed by the carrier or an increase of the exchange rates of more than 5% from the publication date of the price of the trip. If the change of the price of the trip is equal or superior to 7% of the original price, you may ask for a refund or exchange your trip for another similar one. Spiritours Responsability Spiritours can t be held responsible for the acts, omissions, errors, losses, damages or accidents during the trip, as well as delays or cancellations due to a transportation company. Spiritours can t be held liable for any damage suffered by the traveler for illness, injury, loss, inconvenience or anxiety. Spiritours also disclaims any liability for any damage resulting from a governmental act, political unrest, strikes, incidental acts. Spiritours will not reimburse any amount to the participants due to a premature return or any unused services. Spiritours responsibility for a failure to provide a service or benefit described in this document is limited to the cost of such service or benefit. Compliance The client waives any claim against the Tour Operator for loss, damages or injury for any reason or by any result of the rendering of any of the services included. The client agrees to comply with any reasonable instructions issued by the Tour Operator or its representative relating to the tour. In the case a passenger has a detrimental behavior towards other passengers or the suppliers and who persists in his behavior despite a formal notice from the supplier or one of his representatives, the passenger will be expelled from the group and will have to assume all extra fees related to his behavior such as lodging, food and transportation. The traveler is responsible to get the information on entry requirements of the country he plans to visit, take the necessary steps to obtain the required documents and pay the corresponding fees. In the event that the passenger does not possess the documentation required, the authorities reserve the right to refuse passage.