5.1 The Surrogate may be reimbursed only for eligible out-of-pocket expenses directly related to the surrogacy process, as permitted by Canadian law and as specifically described in Schedule A – Reimbursable Expenses Schedule (British Columbia), in accordance with the contract between the surrogate and intended parents.
5.2 No reimbursement shall be made unless: (a) the expense is listed or contemplated in Schedule A; (b) the expense is reasonable and directly related to the surrogacy process; (c) appropriate documentation (including receipts, invoices, or statutory declarations where required) is provided; (d) the reimbursement complies with all applicable federal regulations and guidance, and (e) the reimbursable expense is listed in the surrogacy contract between the surrogate and intended parent.
5.3 The Surrogate acknowledges that reimbursement of an expense is not automatic and is subject to legal compliance and contract review.
5.4 Nothing in this Agreement or Schedule A creates an entitlement to reimbursement, nor shall any reimbursement be construed as compensation or consideration for surrogacy.