Boating Smarts: CanBoat Courses Coming Your Way

March 12, 2026

CanBoat (formerly CPS) volunteers will be present at three more shows this year, providing attendees with discounts on three essential courses for boaters!

Operator Card Course (POCC) – 50% off

Boat Handling Course – 20% off

VHF Radio Certification Course – 20% off

Save as much as $90 if you take all three courses.

Visit the CanBoat Booth at These Shows:

Moncton Boat & Sportsmen Show | Apr 10-12

Expo Rendez-Voile Montreal | Apr 18

BC Boat Show | Apr 30-May 3

Plus, you can enter to win a Boater’s Prize Bundle which includes a $400 ICOM VHF Radio, Salus Marine Wear life jackets, Natural Marine boat care products, Aqua Map and Dockit app subscriptions!

Learn more HERE and see you at an upcoming show!

Weather for Boaters Online Classes Starts March 17th

Weather conditions can shift rapidly, and it’s important to comprehend their implications and how to respond accordingly while boating.

Our Practical Weather Course for Boaters aims to enhance your skills in effectively using forecasts while incorporating local observations. As a result, you will bolster your decision-making abilities and develop keen instincts for interpreting the sky and waves. This knowledge will ensure optimal safety while boating in and around Canadian waters.

Online, Instructor-led English Classes Start March 17

Reserve your spot HERE.

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