*Only available in French*

July: Congratulations to Annie, winner who participated from the Beauport store
September: Congratulations to Chloé, winner who participated from the Gatineau store
November: Congratulations to Caroline, winner who participated from the Levis store

1. The “Voice of the Customer Survey” contest is organized by Groupe JNC 1944 Inc. (Aubainerie), hereinafter referred to as the “contest organizer.” The contest runs every two months and ends on the last day of each two-month period at 11:59 p.m. (ET) (hereinafter the “contest period”).

ELIGIBILITY

2. This contest is open to anyone aged 18 and older residing in Canada at the time of the contest.

3. Employees, agents, and representatives of Aubainerie, Aubainerie Entrepôt, and AUB44 stores and franchisees, their subsidiaries, advertising and promotional agencies, partners, participating merchants, prize suppliers, materials and services related to this contest, and any other parties directly involved in the conduct of this contest, as well as their immediate family members (brothers, sisters, children, father, mother), legal spouse or common-law partner, and any persons with whom these employees, representatives, and agents are domiciled, are not eligible. By entering the contest, participants (and their guardian or parent, if applicable) agree to be bound by the terms and conditions of these official rules.

Any participant who has not reached the age of majority may participate in the contest, provided that the parent or legal guardian of said participant authorizes and agrees to comply with these rules (said parent or legal guardian must, among other things, agree to sign the declaration and release of liability and agree to receive the prize on behalf of said minor participant if the latter is declared a Winner).

HOW TO PARTICIPATE

4. No purchase required. To enter, simply scan the QR code displayed in-store and complete the online survey, making sure to provide your email address at the end. Each participation period lasts two (2) months and ends on the last day of the second month at 11:59 p.m. (ET).

PRIZES

5. Prize offered: One Aubainerie gift card valued at $500. The prize is non-exchangeable, non-transferable, non-refundable, and cannot be redeemed for cash.

DRAW

6. The prize draw will be held at Aubainerie’s head office on the first business day following the end of each two-month participation period, at 12:00 p.m. (ET). Winner will be contacted by email the day after the draw. If one or more selected entries do not meet the contest requirements, those entries will be voided, and a new draw will be conducted in accordance with these rules until eligible winner is selected and confirmed.

7. The odds of winning depend on the total number of entries received, in accordance with paragraphs 2, 3 and 4.

CLAIMING PRIZES

8. In order to be declared a winner, any selected individual must:

a) have met all the eligibility and entry conditions, in accordance with sections 2, 3 and 4;

b) be drawn at random in the draw;

c) sign the declaration and waiver form (hereinafter the “declaration form”) which will be emailed to them and return it to the contest organizer no later than three (3) days following its receipt. Any person who fails to reply within the prescribed time will be automatically disqualified.

If a selected winner is not of legal age, their parent or legal guardian must sign the form before receiving the prize. Upon receipt of the signed form by the parent or legal guardian of the selected winner, the contest organizer will consider the latter as the winner (hereinafter the “Winner”), and the parent or legal guardian may claim the prize on behalf of said Winner.

9. Failure to comply with any of the conditions mentioned above or any other condition outlined in these participation rules will result in the selected individual’s entry being canceled, and a new draw for the prize will be conducted until participants are selected and declared winners.

GENERAL CONDITIONS

10. Verification: Entries are subject to verification by the contest organizer. Any entry that is incomplete, illegible, or fraudulent will automatically be rejected and will not entitle the participant to a prize.

11. Non-compliant participation: The contest organizer reserves the right to disqualify any person or cancel one or more entries of any person participating in or attempting to participate in this contest by means contrary to these rules. Such persons may be referred to the competent judicial authorities.

12. Acceptance of the prize: Any prize must be accepted as described in these rules and cannot be transferred to another person, substituted for another prize, or exchanged in whole or in part for cash, subject to the paragraph below.

13. Prize substitution: In the event that, for reasons unrelated to the winner, the contest organizer cannot award a prize (or portion of a prize) as described in these rules, it undertakes to award a prize (or portion of a prize) of the same nature and of equivalent value or, at its sole discretion, the value of the prize (or portion of the prize) stated in the rules in cash.

14. Refusal to accept a prize: The refusal of a randomly selected person to accept a prize under the terms of these rules releases the contest organizer from any obligation related to that prize to that person.

15. Limitation of liability—use of the prize: Any winning person releases Aubainerie, Aubainerie Entrepôt, and AUB44 stores and franchisees, their affiliates, advertising and promotional agencies, their employees, agents, and representatives from any liability for any damages they may suffer as a result of accepting or using their prize. To be declared a winner and prior to obtaining their prize, any selected person undertakes to sign, if required, a declaration form to this effect.

16. Limitation of liability—contest operation: Aubainerie, Aubainerie Entrepôt, and AUB44 stores and franchisees, their affiliates, advertising and promotional agencies, their employees, agents, and representatives disclaim any liability for any malfunction of any computer component, software, or communication line, for any transmission failure, incomplete, incomprehensible, or erased by any computer or network, which may limit or prevent any person from participating in the contest. They also disclaim any liability for any damage or loss caused, directly or indirectly, in whole or in part, by the downloading of any software or form and by the transmission of any information for the purpose of participating in the contest.

17. Modification: The contest organizer reserves the right, at its sole discretion, to cancel, terminate, modify, or suspend this contest, in whole or in part, in the event of an event, error, or any human intervention that could corrupt or affect the administration, security, fairness, or conduct of the contest. In all cases, the contest organizer, its affiliates, advertising and promotional agencies, suppliers of products or services related to this contest, as well as its employees, agents, and representatives, shall not be obliged to award more prizes than those indicated in these rules or to award prizes otherwise than in accordance with these rules.

18. Inability to Act—Labor Dispute: Aubainerie, Aubainerie Entrepôt, and AUB44 stores and franchisees, their affiliates, advertising and promotional agencies, their employees, agents, and representatives shall not assume any liability in cases where their inability to act results from a situation beyond their control, including a strike, lockout, or any other labor dispute.

19. Limitation of Liability—Participation: By participating or attempting to participate in this contest, any person releases the contest organizer, its affiliates, advertising and/or promotional agencies, employees, agents, and representatives from any liability for any damage they may suffer as a result of their participation or attempted participation in the contest.

20. Authorization: By participating in this contest, any winning person authorizes the contest organizer, its partners, representatives, and prize suppliers to use, if required, their name, photograph, image, at their discretion and without limitation as to the period of use, in any media and worldwide, for advertising purposes or for any other purpose deemed relevant.

21. Communication with Participants: No communication (other than during registration) or correspondence will be conducted with participants in connection with this contest, except with individuals selected for a prize. However, participants have the option to subscribe to the Aubainerie newsletter at the time of registration. Those who voluntarily choose this option may receive additional communications, such as promotional offers and updates, outside of the contest.

22. Decisions of the Contest Organizer: Any decision of the contest organizer or its representatives regarding this contest is final and binding, subject to any decision of the Régie des alcools, des courses et des jeux du Québec regarding any matter within its jurisdiction.

23. Dispute: A dispute regarding the organization or conduct of an advertising contest may be submitted to the Régie des alcools, des courses et des jeux for resolution. A dispute regarding the awarding of a prize may be submitted to the Régie solely for the purpose of attempting to resolve it.

24. Participant Identification: For the purposes of these rules, the participant is the person whose contact details are provided during the registration process. This person will be the one to whom the prize will be awarded if selected and declared a winner.

Note: The masculine form is used solely for the purpose of brevity in the text.

Congratulations to France from St-Lin-Laurentides, Quebec

1. The “$200 Aubainerie Chalet Life Gift Card Contest” (the “Contest”) is organized by Groupe JNC 1944 inc. (hereinafter the “Contest Organizer”). It runs from November 19, 2025 (ET) to November 26, 2025 at 11:59 a.m. (ET) (hereinafter the “Contest Period”).

ELIGIBILITY

2. This Contest is open to all individuals who are 18 years of age or older and residing in Quebec at the time of the Contest.

Any participant who has not reached the age of majority may enter the Contest provided that their parent or legal guardian authorizes their participation and agrees to comply with these Official Rules. The parent or legal guardian must, among other things, agree to sign the declaration and release form and accept the prize on behalf of the minor participant should the latter be declared the Winner.

3. Employees, agents, and representatives of Aubainerie stores and franchisees, Aubainerie Entrepôt, and AUB44, their subsidiaries, advertising and promotional agencies, partners, participating merchants, prize suppliers, and service providers related to this Contest, as well as any other party directly involved in the Contest, and members of their immediate family (siblings, children, parents), legal or common-law spouses, and individuals residing with such employees, representatives, or agents, are not eligible to participate. By entering the Contest, participants (and their parent/guardian, where applicable) agree to be bound by these Official Rules.

HOW TO ENTER

No purchase required.

4. Participants must meet the participation requirements listed in the Facebook contest post.

5. Participants may earn an additional entry by following Aubainerie’s Facebook accounts.

PRIZE

6. The prize will be awarded as follows:

One (1) $200 gift card will be randomly drawn from all eligible entries received between November 19 and November 25, 2025 at 11:59 a.m. (ET).

7. The following conditions apply to the prize:

The prize is non-exchangeable, non-transferable, non-refundable, and has no cash value.

DRAW

8. The random draw will be held at Aubainerie’s head office on November 26, 2025 at 10:00 a.m. (ET). If one or more selected entries do not comply with these Official Rules, such entries will be disqualified and a new draw will be held, in accordance with these Rules, until a participant is selected and declared a winner.

9. The odds of winning depend on the total number of eligible entries received in accordance with Sections 2, 3, 4, and 5.

CLAIMING THE PRIZE

10. To be declared the winner, a selected participant must:

a) Have correctly completed the entry requirements in accordance with Sections 2, 3, 4, and 5.

b) Be randomly drawn as per Section 4.

c) Respond within five (5) business days following receipt of the message sent by Groupe JNC 1944 inc. (Aubainerie) confirming acceptance of the prize.

d) Correctly answer a mathematical skill-testing question.

e) Sign the declaration and release form (the “Declaration Form”) sent by email and return it to the Contest Organizer within three (3) days of receipt. If the selected winner is a minor, their parent or legal guardian must sign the form before the prize is awarded. Upon receipt of the duly signed form, the Contest Organizer will deem the selected participant the Winner, and the parent or legal guardian may claim the prize on the Winner’s behalf.

11. Failure to comply with any of the above requirements or any other condition in these Contest Rules will result in disqualification, and a new draw will be held until a participant is selected and declared the winner.

GENERAL CONDITIONS

12. Verification. All entries are subject to verification by the Contest Organizer. Any entry that is incomplete, illegible, fraudulent, or otherwise non-compliant will be rejected and will not be eligible for a prize.

13. Non-compliant participation. The Contest Organizer reserves the right to disqualify any person or cancel one or more entries from any person who participates or attempts to participate in the Contest in a manner contrary to these Rules. Such a person may be reported to the appropriate legal authorities.

14. Acceptance of prize. The prize must be accepted as awarded and may not be transferred, substituted, or exchanged in whole or in part for cash, except as provided below.

15. Prize substitution. If, for reasons not related to the winner, the Contest Organizer cannot award a prize (or a portion thereof) as described, a prize of similar nature and equivalent value will be awarded, or, at the Organizer’s sole discretion, the monetary value of the prize (or the portion thereof) may be awarded.

16. Refusal of prize. A selected participant’s refusal to accept the prize as awarded releases the Contest Organizer from all obligations related to that prize.

17. Liability limit – use of prize. The winner releases Aubainerie stores and franchisees, Aubainerie Entrepôt, AUB44, their affiliates, advertising and promotional agencies, employees, agents, and representatives from any liability for any damage arising from acceptance or use of the prize. To be declared the winner and prior to claiming the prize, the selected participant agrees to sign a release form, if required.

18. Liability limit – contest operation. Aubainerie stores and franchisees, Aubainerie Entrepôt, AUB44, their affiliates, advertising and promotional agencies, employees, agents, and representatives disclaim all liability for any malfunction of computer components, software, or communication lines; any faulty, incomplete, incomprehensible, or erased transmissions; or any issue that may limit or prevent participation in the Contest. They also disclaim responsibility for damage or loss caused directly or indirectly, in whole or in part, by downloading any software or forms or by the transmission of any Contest-related information.

19. Modification. The Contest Organizer reserves the right, in its sole discretion, to cancel, terminate, modify, or suspend the Contest, in whole or in part, should an event, error, or human intervention occur that could affect the administration, security, fairness, or proper conduct of the Contest. In all cases, the Contest Organizer and its affiliates, agencies, suppliers, employees, agents, and representatives shall award no more prizes than those indicated in these Rules.

20. Inability to act – labour dispute. Aubainerie stores and franchisees, Aubainerie Entrepôt, AUB44, their affiliates, advertising and promotional agencies, employees, agents, and representatives assume no responsibility of any kind if they are unable to act due to circumstances beyond their control, including strikes, lockouts, or other labour disputes within their establishments or those of service providers required for the Contest.

21. Liability limit – participation. By participating or attempting to participate in this Contest, each person releases the Contest Organizer, its affiliates, advertising and/or promotional agencies, employees, agents, and representatives from any damage they may suffer as a result of participation or attempted participation.

22. Authorization. By entering the Contest, each winner authorizes the Contest Organizer, its partners, representatives, and prize suppliers to use, at their discretion and without limitation as to period or territory, their name, photograph, and likeness for advertising or any other purpose deemed relevant, without further compensation.

23. Communications with participants. No communication or correspondence will be exchanged with participants except during registration, with selected participants, or with individuals who have subscribed to the newsletter.

24. Decisions of the Contest Organizer. Any decision made by the Contest Organizer or its representatives regarding this Contest is final and binding, subject to any decision by the Régie des alcools, des courses et des jeux du Québec on matters under its jurisdiction.

25. Dispute. Any dispute regarding the organization or conduct of this Contest may be submitted to the Régie des alcools, des courses et des jeux for resolution. Any dispute regarding the awarding of the prize may be submitted to the Régie solely for the purpose of attempted resolution.

26. Participant identification. For the purposes of these Rules, the participant is the person whose contact information is provided during entry. This individual will receive the prize if selected and declared the winner.

Note: The masculine gender is used solely to lighten the text.Congratulations to Annie, winner who participated from the Beauport store

Congratulations to Anne-Marie from St-Valérien-de-Milton
Congratulations to Anaïs from Prévost
Congratulations to Josée from Trois-Rivières

1. The "Voice of the Customer Survey" contest is organized by Groupe JNC 1944 Inc. (Aubainerie), hereinafter referred to as the "contest organizer." The contest runs every two months and ends on the last day of each two-month period at 11:59 p.m. (ET) (hereinafter the "contest period").

ELIGIBILITY

2. This contest is open to anyone aged 18 and older residing in Canada at the
time of the contest.

3. Employees, agents, and representatives of Aubainerie, Aubainerie Entrepôt, and AUB44 stores and franchisees, their subsidiaries, advertising and
promotional agencies, partners, participating merchants, prize suppliers, materials and services related to this contest, and any other parties directly
involved in the conduct of this contest, as well as their immediate family
members (brothers, sisters, children, father, mother), legal spouse or
common-law partner, and any persons with whom these employees, representatives,
and agents are domiciled, are not eligible. By entering the contest,
participants (and their guardian or parent, if applicable) agree to be bound by
the terms and conditions of these official rules.



Any participant who has not reached the age of majority may participate in the
contest, provided that the parent or legal guardian of said participant
authorizes and agrees to comply with these rules (said parent or legal guardian
must, among other things, agree to sign the declaration and release of
liability and agree to receive the prize on behalf of said minor participant if
the latter is declared a Winner).



HOW TO PARTICIPATE

4.No purchase required. To enter, simply scan the QR code displayed in-store
and complete the online survey, making sure to provide your email address at
the end. Each participation period lasts two (2) months and ends on the last
day of the second month at 11:59 p.m. (ET).

PRIZES

5.Prize offered: One Aubainerie gift card valued at $500. The prize is
non-exchangeable, non-transferable, non-refundable, and cannot be redeemed for
cash.

DRAW



6.The prize draw will be held at Aubainerie's head office on the first business
day following the end of each two-month participation period, at 12:00 p.m.
(ET). Winner will be contacted by email the day after the draw. If one or more
selected entries do not meet the contest requirements, those entries will be
voided, and a new draw will be conducted in accordance with these rules until
eligible winner is selected and confirmed.



7.The odds of winning depend on the total number of entries received, in
accordance with paragraphs 2, 3 and 4.



CLAIMING PRIZES



8.In order to be declared a winner, any selected individual must:

a) have met all the eligibility and entry conditions, in accordance with
sections 2, 3 and 4;

b) be drawn at random in the draw;

c) sign the declaration and waiver form (hereinafter the "declaration
form") which will be emailed to them and return it to the contest
organizer no later than three (3) days following its receipt. Any person who
fails to reply within the prescribed time will be automatically disqualified.



If a selected winner is not of legal age, their parent or legal guardian must
sign the form before receiving the prize. Upon receipt of the signed form by
the parent or legal guardian of the selected winner, the contest organizer will
consider the latter as the winner (hereinafter the "Winner"), and the
parent or legal guardian may claim the prize on behalf of said Winner.



9.Failure to comply with any of the conditions mentioned above or any other
condition outlined in these participation rules will result in the selected
individual's entry being canceled, and a new draw for the prize will be
conducted until participants are selected and declared winners.



GENERAL CONDITIONS



10.Verification: Entries are subject to verification by the contest organizer.
Any entry that is incomplete, illegible, or fraudulent will automatically be
rejected and will not entitle the participant to a prize.



11.Non-compliant participation: The contest organizer reserves the right to
disqualify any person or cancel one or more entries of any person participating
in or attempting to participate in this contest by means contrary to these
rules. Such persons may be referred to the competent judicial authorities.



12.Acceptance of the prize: Any prize must be accepted as described in these
rules and cannot be transferred to another person, substituted for another
prize, or exchanged in whole or in part for cash, subject to the paragraph
below.



13.Prize substitution: In the event that, for reasons unrelated to the winner,
the contest organizer cannot award a prize (or portion of a prize) as described
in these rules, it undertakes to award a prize (or portion of a prize) of the
same nature and of equivalent value or, at its sole discretion, the value of
the prize (or portion of the prize) stated in the rules in cash.



14.Refusal to accept a prize: The refusal of a randomly selected person to
accept a prize under the terms of these rules releases the contest organizer
from any obligation related to that prize to that person.



15.Limitation of liability - use of the prize: Any winning person releases
Aubainerie, Aubainerie Entrepôt, and AUB44 stores and franchisees, their
affiliates, advertising and promotional agencies, their employees, agents, and
representatives from any liability for any damages they may suffer as a result
of accepting or using their prize. To be declared a winner and prior to
obtaining their prize, any selected person undertakes to sign, if required, a
declaration form to this effect.



16.Limitation of liability - contest operation: Aubainerie, Aubainerie
Entrepôt, and AUB44 stores and franchisees, their affiliates, advertising and
promotional agencies, their employees, agents, and representatives disclaim any
liability for any malfunction of any computer component, software, or
communication line, for any transmission failure, incomplete, incomprehensible,
or erased by any computer or network, which may limit or prevent any person
from participating in the contest. They also disclaim any liability for any
damage or loss caused, directly or indirectly, in whole or in part, by the
downloading of any software or form and by the transmission of any information
for the purpose of participating in the contest.



17.Modification: The contest organizer reserves the right, at its sole
discretion, to cancel, terminate, modify, or suspend this contest, in whole or
in part, in the event of an event, error, or any human intervention that could
corrupt or affect the administration, security, fairness, or conduct of the
contest. In all cases, the contest organizer, its affiliates, advertising and
promotional agencies, suppliers of products or services related to this
contest, as well as its employees, agents, and representatives, shall not be
obliged to award more prizes than those indicated in s or to award prizes
otherwise than in accordance with these rules.



18.Inability to Act - Labor Dispute: Aubainerie, Aubainerie Entrepôt, and AUB44
stores and franchisees, their affiliates, advertising and promotional agencies,
their employees, agents, and representatives shall not assume any liability in
cases where their inability to act results from a situation beyond their
control, including a strike, lockout, or any other labor dispute.

19.Limitation
of Liability - Participation: By participating or attempting to participate in
this contest, any person releases the contest organizer, its affiliates,
advertising and/or promotional agencies, employees, agents, and representatives
from any liability for any damage they may suffer as a result of their
participation or attempted participation in the contest.



20.Authorization: By participating in this contest, any winning person
authorizes the contest organizer, its partners, representatives, and prize
suppliers to use, if required, their name, photograph, image, at their
discretion and without limitation as to the period of use, in any media and
worldwide, for advertising purposes or for any other purpose deemed relevant.



21.Communication with Participants: No communication (other than during
registration) or correspondence will be conducted with participants in
connection with this contest, except with individuals selected for a prize.
However, participants have the option to subscribe to the Aubainerie newsletter
at the time of registration. Those who voluntarily choose this option may
receive additional communications, such as promotional offers and updates,
outside of the contest.



22.Decisions of the Contest Organizer: Any  of the contest organizer or its
representatives regarding this contest is final and binding, subject to any
decision of the Régie des alcools, des courses et des jeux du Québec regarding
any matter within its jurisdiction.



23.Dispute: A dispute regarding the organization or conduct of an advertising
contest may be submitted to the Régie des alcools, des courses et des jeux for
resolution. A dispute regarding the awarding of a prize may be submitted to the
Régie solely for the purpose of attempting to resolve it.



24.Participant Identification: For the purposes of these rules, the participant
is the person whose contact details are provided during the registration
process. This person will be the one to whom the prize will be awarded if
selected and declared a winner. Note: The masculine form is used solely for the
purpose of brevity in the text.

1. The “$300 Aubainerie Gift Card” contest is organized by Groupe JNC 1944 Inc. (hereinafter the “Contest Organizer”), in collaboration with Marie-Ève Piché (Maman Caféine). It runs from October 24, 2025 (ET) to November 3, 2025, at 11:59 a.m. (ET) (hereinafter the “Contest Period”).  

ELIGIBILITY 

1. This contest is open to anyone aged 18 and older residing in Quebec or in Ontario at the time of the contest. 
2. Employees, agents, and representatives of Aubainerie, Aubainerie Warehouse, and AUB44 stores and franchisees, their subsidiaries, advertising and promotional agencies, partners, participating merchants, prize suppliers, materials and services related to this contest, and any other parties directly involved in the conduct of this contest, as well as their immediate family members (brothers, sisters, children, father, mother), legal spouse or common-law partner, and any persons with whom these employees, representatives, and agents are domiciled, are not eligible. By entering the contest, participants (and their guardian or parent, if applicable) agree to be bound by the terms and conditions of these official rules.  

Any participant who has not reached the age of majority may participate in the contest, provided that the parent or legal guardian of said participant authorizes and agrees to comply with these rules (said parent or legal guardian must, among other things, agree to sign the declaration and release of liability and agree to receive the prize on behalf of said minor participant if the latter is declared a Winner). 

  

HOW TO PARTICIPATE 

1. No purchase necessary. Participants must meet the entry requirements as outlined in the Facebook post. 
2. Participants can earn an additional entry by following both the Aubainerie and Maman Caféine Facebook accounts. 

 

  

PRIZES 

1. The prize will be awarded as follows: One $300 Aubainerie gift card will be randomly drawn from all eligible entries received between October 24, 2025, and November 3, 2025, at 11:59 a.m. (ET). 
2. The following conditions apply to the prize: The prize is non-exchangeable, non-transferable, non-refundable, and has no cash value. 

 

DRAW 

1. The random draw will take place at Aubainerie’s head office on November 4, 2025, at 10:30 a.m. (ET). If one or more selected entries do not meet all the conditions outlined in these rules, those entries will be disqualified and another draw will be held in accordance with these rules, until all winners are selected and declared. 
2. The odds of winning depend on the total number of entries received, in accordance with paragraphs 2, 3 and 4.    

CLAIMING PRIZES 

1. In order to be declared a winner, any selected individual must:  a) have met all the eligibility and entry conditions, in accordance with sections 2, 3 and 4; 

b) be drawn at random in the draw;  c) sign the declaration and waiver form (hereinafter the “declaration form”) which will be emailed to them and return it to the contest organizer no later than three (3) days following its receipt. If a selected winner is not of legal age, their parent or legal guardian must sign the form before receiving the prize. Upon receipt of the signed form by the parent or legal guardian of the selected winner, the contest organizer will consider the latter as the winner (hereinafter the “Winner”), and the parent or legal guardian may claim the prize on behalf of said Winner. 

 

1. Failure to comply with any of the conditions mentioned above or any other condition outlined in these participation rules will result in the selected individual’s entry being canceled, and a new draw for the prize will be conducted until participants are selected and declared winners.     

GENERAL CONDITIONS 

1. Verification: Entries are subject to verification by the contest organizer. Any entry that is incomplete, illegible, or fraudulent will automatically be rejected and will not entitle the participant to a prize. 
2. Non-compliant participation: The contest organizer reserves the right to disqualify any person or cancel one or more entries of any person participating in or attempting to participate in this contest by means contrary to these rules. Such persons may be referred to the competent judicial authorities. 
3. Acceptance of the prize: Any prize must be accepted as described in these rules and cannot be transferred to another person, substituted for another prize, or exchanged in whole or in part for cash, subject to the paragraph below. 
4. Prize substitution: In the event that, for reasons unrelated to the winner, the contest organizer cannot award a prize (or portion of a prize) as described in these rules, it undertakes to award a prize (or portion of a prize) of the same nature and of equivalent value or, at its sole discretion, the value of the prize (or portion of the prize) stated in the rules in cash. 
5. Refusal to accept a prize: The refusal of a randomly selected person to accept a prize under the terms of these rules releases the contest organizer from any obligation related to that prize to that person. 
6. Limitation of liability—use of the prize: Any winning person releases Aubainerie, Aubainerie Warehouse, and AUB44 stores and franchisees, their affiliates, advertising and promotional agencies, their employees, agents, and representatives from any liability for any damages they may suffer as a result of accepting or using their prize. To be declared a winner and prior to obtaining their prize, any selected person undertakes to sign, if required, a declaration form to this effect. 
7. Limitation of liability—contest operation: Aubainerie, Aubainerie Warehouse, and AUB44 stores and franchisees, their affiliates, advertising and promotional agencies, their employees, agents, and representatives disclaim any liability for any malfunction of any computer component, software, or communication line, for any transmission failure, incomplete, incomprehensible, or erased by any computer or network, which may limit or prevent any person from participating in the contest. They also disclaim any liability for any damage or loss caused, directly or indirectly, in whole or in part, by the downloading of any software or form and by the transmission of any information for the purpose of participating in the contest. 
8. Modification: The contest organizer reserves the right, at its sole discretion, to cancel, terminate, modify, or suspend this contest, in whole or in part, in the event of an event, error, or any human intervention that could corrupt or affect the administration, security, fairness, or conduct of the contest. In all cases, the contest organizer, its affiliates, advertising and promotional agencies, suppliers of products or services related to this contest, as well as its employees, agents, and representatives, shall not be obliged to award more prizes than those indicated in these rules or to award prizes otherwise than in accordance with these rules. 
9. Inability to Act—Labor Dispute: Aubainerie, Aubainerie Warehouse, and AUB44 stores and franchisees, their affiliates, advertising and promotional agencies, their employees, agents, and representatives shall not assume any liability in cases where their inability to act results from a situation beyond their control, including a strike, lockout, or any other labor dispute. 
10. Limitation of Liability—Participation: By participating or attempting to participate in this contest, any person releases the contest organizer, its affiliates, advertising and/or promotional agencies, employees, agents, and representatives from any liability for any damage they may suffer as a result of their participation or attempted participation in the contest. 
11. Authorization: By participating in this contest, any winning person authorizes the contest organizer, its partners, representatives, and prize suppliers to use, if required, their name, photograph, image, at their discretion and without limitation as to the period of use, in any media and worldwide, for advertising purposes or for any other purpose deemed relevant. 
12. Communication with Participants: No communication (other than during registration) or correspondence will be conducted with participants in connection with this contest, except with individuals selected for a prize. However, participants have the option to subscribe to the Aubainerie newsletter at the time of registration. Those who voluntarily choose this option may receive additional communications, such as promotional offers and updates, outside of the contest. 
13. Decisions of the Contest Organizer: Any decision of the contest organizer or its representatives regarding this contest is final and binding, subject to any decision of the Régie des alcools, des courses et des jeux du Québec regarding any matter within its jurisdiction. 
14. Dispute: A dispute regarding the organization or conduct of an advertising contest may be submitted to the Régie des alcools, des courses et des jeux for resolution. A dispute regarding the awarding of a prize may be submitted to the Régie solely for the purpose of attempting to resolve it. 
15. Participant Identification: For the purposes of these rules, the participant is the person whose contact details are provided during the registration process. This person will be the one to whom the prize will be awarded if selected and declared a winner. 

  

Note: The masculine form is used solely for the purpose of brevity in the text.