May 28, 2026 Parks Canada continues to work diligently toward reopening the entire navigation system and is maximizing water flows where possible to move toward seasonal averages. While water levels and…
May 28, 2026 By John Gullick In about 85% of drowning deaths related to recreational boating, a PFD or lifejacket was not being worn and in many cases, there were…
2024 Halifax was a hit, paused in 2025, back next month for 2026 and now scheduled for 2027! May 28, 2026 On May 20, SailGP announced that the action will…
May 28, 2026 Volvo Penta has revealed details of a new D13 IPS Hybrid yacht propulsion system it aims to bring to market later in 2026. The fully integrated hybrid-electric platform combines superior onboard comfort with simplified ownership, installation and design. Built on…
May 28, 2026 As it approaches its 90th anniversary, Port Credit Yacht Club (PCYC) is marking the milestone with a forward-looking investment that signals where boating infrastructure is headed in…
May 28, 2026 Written in partnership with Harbour West Marina Tucked along Pier 7 at the western edge of Lake Ontario, Harbour West Marina has earned a reputation as one…
This photo from Bennington shows three different series of triple-tube models with the 22 MSB (red trim) in the centre, the sister ship to our test boat. Full-Featured elegance By...
The ENVGO NV1 — a Canadian performance foiling electric boat. Photo by ENVGO. The ENVGO NV1 — a Canadian performance foiling electric boat. Story and photos by Andy Adams Up...
By Andy Adams Photos by Nimbus Boats There is no shortage of fun and exciting new boat designs hitting the market, but for the last few years these have been...
By Mathew Channer Hybrid—The Ultimate Era of Boating? There are lots of different ways to boat, and lots of opinions on what’s preferrable. While I’m partial to tow sports and...
October 23, 2025 In this month’s Canadian Boating Power Review, Editor Andy Adams, gets onboard the Scout 400 LFX. Click here to enjoy the full review. In late July, Jill...
By Andy AdamsVetta is a whole new line of luxury pontoons from Duhamel and Dewar, the family that brought us Legend Boats. It's not a Legend, it's a Vetta. And...
Up to this point, I feel that most electric boats have not been very exciting. The motors have been mainly small portable models for dinghies. There are some high-horsepower motors available, but they look like regular outboard motors to be used on conventional boats. Until now, there hasn’t been an electric boat that really makes a statement. Enter the ENVGO NV1.
We’d been north before on a short two-week cruise. At the time, we were unprepared for the isolation, the lack of cell phone coverage, and the spotty VHF reception. Since then we’ve repowered, installed Starlink, and retired from work. Now, with confidence in our engine and our connectivity and more time to sail, we were Superior-ready.
By Kris Olson, Newport Yacht Club In the first article of this two-part series , we explored the benefits of building a volunteer program at today’s yacht clubs, focusing on Newport Yacht Club in Stoney Creek, Ontario. Newport has been a non-profit, volunteer-run, power and sail club since 2012 and has blossomed into a successful, vibrant organization with a core of dedicated members who assist in all operations of the club.You don’t have to be a fanatic but it might help if you plan to sail an open catamaran in the legendary Race to Alaska (R2AK)! Jeff Williams from Orillia ON and his crew Mike Van Joy (the boat is named Snowball; the crew is known on FB as The Snowflakes) are racing to Alaska 2026, beginning June 14th, starting in Port Townsend, WA and finishing in Ketchikan, AK. Where it gets shaky is that this is all happening aboard this 20-foot Tornado catamaran.
Here is how the responsibility is split regarding the boating and alcohol laws:
1. Federal Laws (The Criminal Code & Safety)
The federal government, primarily through Transport Canada and the Criminal Code of Canada, sets the baseline for safety and criminal offenses across the entire country.
Mercury Marine just announced the launch of a new generation of digital and control innovations designed to elevate performance, simplify operation, and enhance the overall boating experience. Unveiled as part of a unified innovation showcase, Mercury’s latest advancements include the Mercury Keyless System, Boost, Premier Joystick, and a new DTS Performance Pedal for high-performance applications.
