Terms of Service

1.1 "Cook Direct Trade" refers to Cook Direct Trade, a registered Exempt Market Dealer operating from 379 Gilmour Street, Ottawa, Ontario K2P 1Y2, OSC Registration No. EMD-2010-4827.

1.2 "Services" refers to all direct investment advisory, due diligence, portfolio management, and related services offered by Cook Direct Trade.

1.3 "Website" refers to cdqtrade.com and all associated subdomains.

1.4 "User" refers to any individual or entity accessing the Website.

2.1 By accessing the Website, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service.

2.2 If you do not agree, discontinue use immediately.

3.1 Cook Direct Trade provides direct investment advisory services to accredited investors as defined under National Instrument 45-106 — Prospectus Exemptions.

3.2 Information on this Website does not constitute an offer to sell or a solicitation to buy any security.

3.3 All investment opportunities are offered exclusively through proper documentation (offering memoranda, subscription agreements) provided to qualified individuals.

4.1 Past performance is not indicative of future results.

4.2 Investing in private markets involves risk, including the possible loss of principal.

4.3 Historical returns, metrics, and case studies referenced on this Website reflect specific past outcomes and do not guarantee comparable future results.

5.1 Advisory services are available only to individuals or entities meeting the accredited investor definition under applicable Canadian securities legislation.

5.2 Cook Direct Trade reserves the right to verify accredited investor status before engagement.

6.1 All content, including research, analysis, methodologies, and proprietary frameworks, is the property of Cook Direct Trade.

6.2 No content may be reproduced, distributed, transmitted, cached, or otherwise used without the prior written consent of Cook Direct Trade.

7.1 Cook Direct Trade shall not be liable for investment losses arising from client decisions.

7.2 Maximum aggregate liability shall not exceed fees paid by the claimant in the 12-month period preceding the claim.

8.1 Collection and use of personal data is governed by our Privacy Policy.

9.1 Cook Direct Trade is registered with the Ontario Securities Commission as an Exempt Market Dealer, Registration No. EMD-2010-4827.

9.2 All services are subject to KYC and AML compliance under Canadian securities regulation.

9.3 Form 13F institutional holdings disclosures are filed as required by applicable regulatory authorities.

10.1 These Terms are governed by the laws of the Province of Ontario and the federal laws of Canada applicable therein.

11.1 Cook Direct Trade reserves the right to amend these Terms at any time.

11.2 Material amendments will be communicated via email to active clients. Continued use of the Website after amendments constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms.

12.1 Questions regarding these Terms may be directed to contact@cdqtrade.com or (213) 384-6272.

12.2 Cook Direct Trade, 379 Gilmour Street, Ottawa, Ontario K2P 1Y2.