(Tillamook, OR) -- A Canadian man sailing from Hawaii to British Columbia was rescued nearly 500 miles off the coast of Tillamook, after he was injured at sea. The boat was in 30-foot seas with gale force winds when the mast broke and the man injured his shoulder. The engine on his boat had also failed. A luxury cruise ship called the Silver Whisper diverted 120 miles off course to rescue the distressed mariner. The ship's medical team was able to provide care until they arrived in Vancouver. The Coast Guard says he was well-prepared and had previously made the journey four times. They credit his satellite communication device for averting a tragedy.