Last Updated: July 10, 2025
Company Information
Legal Entity Details
Legal Name: |
Echo Voyages Inc. |
Operating Name: |
Echo Voyages |
Business Number (BN): |
529618573RC0001 |
BC Corporation Number: |
BC8519471 |
Date of Incorporation: |
March 15, 2018 |
Jurisdiction: |
British Columbia, Canada |
Registered Office
Address:
1250 West Hastings Street, Suite 1400
Vancouver, BC V6E 4T5
Canada
Principal Business Address
Address:
1250 West Hastings Street, Suite 1400
Vancouver, BC V6E 4T5
Canada
Corporate Structure
- Type: Private Corporation
- Share Structure: Common Shares
- Authorized Capital: Unlimited
- Issued and Outstanding: 1,000,000 Common Shares
Licensing and Registration
Federal Licenses and Permits
License/Permit |
Number |
Issuing Authority |
Expiry Date |
Commercial Vessel Operating Certificate |
TC-CVOC-2024-018 |
Transport Canada |
December 31, 2025 |
Marine Personnel Regulations Compliance |
TC-MPR-2024-017 |
Transport Canada |
March 31, 2026 |
Small Vessel Commercial Certification |
TC-SVC-2024-092 |
Transport Canada |
August 15, 2025 |
Provincial Licenses
License |
Number |
Issuing Authority |
Expiry Date |
BC Business License |
BL-BC-2024-9371 |
Province of British Columbia |
March 31, 2026 |
Tourism Operator License |
TOL-2024-9519 |
Tourism BC |
December 31, 2025 |
Environmental Management Certificate |
EMC-2024-0062/td>
| BC Ministry of Environment |
June 30, 2026 |
Municipal Permits
- Vancouver Business License: BL-VAR-2024-7329 (Expires: December 31, 2025)
- Harbor Operations Permit: HOP-2024-492 (Expires: October 31, 2025)
- Commercial Marine Activities Permit: CMAP-2024-123 (Expires: September 15, 2025)
Industry Memberships and Certifications
Professional Associations
- Passenger Vessel Association (PVA): Member since 2018
- Tourism Industry Association of BC: Active Member
- Canadian Tourism Commission: Participating Member
- International Association of Marine Tour Operators: Certified Member
- Sustainable Tourism Association of Canada: Gold Level Member
Insurance Coverage
Commercial Marine Insurance
- Carrier: Lloyd's of London Syndicate
- Policy Number: LLN-MAR-2024-9271
- Coverage Amount: $50,000,000 CAD
- Effective Period: January 1, 2025 - December 31, 2025
- Coverage Type: Hull & Machinery, Protection & Indemnity
Passenger Liability Insurance
- Carrier: Intact Insurance Company
- Policy Number: IIC-PAS-2024-5025
- Coverage Amount: $25,000,000 CAD per occurrence
- Effective Period: January 1, 2025 - December 31, 2025
- Coverage Type: General Liability, Personal Injury
Commercial General Liability
- Carrier: Aviva Canada Inc.
- Policy Number: AVI-CGL-2024-8419
- Coverage Amount: $10,000,000 CAD per occurrence
- Effective Period: January 1, 2025 - December 31, 2025
Environmental Liability Insurance
- Carrier: Chubb Insurance Company of Canada
- Policy Number: CHB-ENV-2024-6297
- Coverage Amount: $15,000,000 CAD
- Effective Period: January 1, 2025 - December 31, 2025
Regulatory Compliance
Transport Canada Compliance
- Canada Shipping Act, 2001: Full Compliance
- Small Vessel Regulations: All vessels certified and inspected
- Marine Personnel Regulations: All crew properly certified
- Vessel Safety Regulations: Annual safety inspections current
- Marine Transportation Security Regulations: Security plans approved
Environmental Compliance
- Canadian Environmental Protection Act: Full Compliance
- Fisheries Act: Marine habitat protection protocols in place
- Species at Risk Act: Wildlife protection procedures implemented
- Migratory Birds Convention Act: Bird protection measures active
- Marine Mammal Regulations: Whale watching guidelines followed
Tourism and Consumer Protection
- Business Practices and Consumer Protection Act (BC): Compliant
- Travel Industry Act (BC): Registered and bonded
- Personal Information Protection Act (BC): Privacy policies compliant
- Accessibility Standards (Federal): Accessibility plan filed
Financial Information
Banking Relationships
- Primary Bank: Royal Bank of Canada
- Account Type: Commercial Operating Account
- Credit Facilities: $2,000,000 CAD Operating Line of Credit
- Merchant Services: Moneris Solutions Corporation
Tax Registration
- GST/HST Registration: 690368129RT0001
- BC PST Registration: PST-8530725
- Payroll Account: 842860193RP0001
- WorkSafeBC Account: 7329063
Bonding and Financial Security
- Travel Industry Bond: $100,000 CAD (Bond Number: TIB-2024-456)
- Environmental Restoration Bond: $500,000 CAD (Bond Number: ERB-2024-789)
- Performance Bond: $250,000 CAD (Bond Number: PB-2024-123)
Vessel Information
Fleet Registry
Vessel Name |
Registration |
Type |
Capacity |
Year Built |
Pacific Explorer |
TC-73962 |
Expedition Vessel |
24 Passengers |
2020 |
Coastal Majesty |
TC-74197 |
Luxury Charter |
12 Passengers |
2021 |
Northern Spirit |
TC-74296 |
Group Vessel |
48 Passengers |
2019 |
Aurora Explorer |
TC-37194 |
Arctic Expedition |
18 Passengers |
2022 |
Vessel Safety Certifications
All vessels maintain current certifications including:
- Small Vessel Inspection Certificates
- Radiotelephone Operator Certificates
- Marine Emergency Duties Certificates
- Passenger Safety Management Certificates
- Environmental Compliance Certificates
Key Personnel Qualifications
Management Team Certifications
- Chief Executive Officer: MBA, CPA, Marine Industry Executive Certificate
- Chief Operating Officer: P.Eng, Marine Engineering, 20+ years experience
- Fleet Captain: Master Mariner License, 30+ years commercial marine experience
- Safety Director: Marine Safety Certificate, Transport Canada Approved
Crew Certification Requirements
- All captains hold appropriate Master/Operator licenses
- Crew members maintain Marine Emergency Duties certificates
- Naturalist guides certified by professional associations
- First Aid and CPR certification required for all crew
- Regular safety training and certification updates
Corporate Governance
Board of Directors
- Chair: James Morrison (Founder & CEO)
- Director: Sarah Chen (Chief Conservation Officer)
- Independent Director: Dr. Margaret Thompson (Tourism Industry Expert)
- Independent Director: Captain Robert Wilson (Marine Industry Veteran)
Corporate Policies
- Code of Business Conduct and Ethics
- Environmental and Sustainability Policy
- Health and Safety Policy
- Privacy and Data Protection Policy
- Anti-Corruption and Compliance Policy
- Risk Management Framework
Regulatory Filings and Reports
Annual Filings
- BC Corporate Registry: Annual Report filed March 2025
- Canada Revenue Agency: T2 Corporate Income Tax Return filed
- Transport Canada: Annual Safety Performance Report submitted
- Environment Canada: Environmental Impact Assessment filed
Safety Performance Records
- Safety Rating: Excellent (Transport Canada)
- Incident Rate: Zero major incidents (5-year record)
- Environmental Compliance: 100% compliance rate
- Customer Safety Record: Zero passenger injuries (2024)
Contact Information for Corporate Matters
Disclosure Updates
This corporate disclosure is updated annually or when material changes occur. For the most current information, please contact our corporate affairs department or visit our website.
Important Notice
This corporate disclosure provides accurate information as of the date indicated. Echo Voyages maintains all required licenses, certifications, and insurance coverage to operate legally and safely in Canadian waters. All information is subject to verification through the appropriate regulatory authorities.