March 7, 2023
Quebec Boat Show March 16-19
The Quebec Boat Show opens next week collocated with the Quebec City Outdoor, Hunting, Fishing and Camping Show taking over five halls at the Centre de Foires Expocite. The newly expanded 2023 essentially incorporates two shows to round out a full spectrum of outdoor hobbies.
March 7, 2023
Sponsored Content: The 2023 Palm Beach Boat Show returns
The 2023 Palm Beach International Boat Show returns, amplifying South Florida’s winter boat show season. Owned by the Marine Industries Association of Palm Beach County and produced by Informa Markets, the Palm Beach International Boat Show will be taking place Thursday, March 23rd through Sunday, March 26th…
February 22, 2023
Moncton Show returns March 24-26
Formerly known separately as the Moncton Boat Show and the New Brunswick Sportsmen and Fly Fishing Show, these two showcases have joined forces to create one. The Moncton Boat and Sportsmen’s Show makes its highly anticipated return March 24-26 at the Moncton Colisseum.
February 7, 2023
SDSA Maritime Rally 2023
Salty Dawgs is a great organization for cruisers who appreciate the knowledge and camaraderie of an organized group. Best known for their Caribbean Rallies that take snowbird types from Hampton VA to the Caribbean, having discovered the appeal of Canada’s Maritimes, they are now running a rally to Nova Scotia.
January 24, 2023
Vancouver Boat Show Kicks Off on Wednesday
The Vancouver International Boat Show will be celebrating its 60th edition when it returns next week – providing attendees with a first look at the 2023 boating season’s premiere boat models and accessories along with presentations and workshops led by boating experts.
January 10, 2023
Miami International Boat Show Returns
The 2023 Discover Boating Miami International Boat Show returns, kicking off South Florida’s preeminent winter boat show season. This year’s marquee event – taking place Wednesday, February 15th through Sunday, February 19th – will be anchored at the Miami Beach Convention Center, Pride Park, One Herald Plaza, Venetian Marina…
December 20, 2022
Calgary Show returns in Feb
The Calgary Boat and Outdoors Show returns with a vast array of products. Join Calgary’s top outdoor enthusiasts for an exciting kick-off to summer event. The BMO Centre will host the region’s largest outdoor showcase.
November 29, 2022
A Visit to the Sailing Museum in Newport, R.I.
An added bonus to our trip to the Newport Boat Show this September, was a visit to The Sailing Museum on Thames Street which just opened on May 10, 2022.
November 22, 2022
Cruising: Salty Dawg Caribbean Rally Fall 2022 Underway: Update
The Salty Dawg Caribbean Rally boats bound from Newport, RI, Hampton, VA and other ports in the Mid-Atlantic region are now all underway. Some 70 boats, flying flags of registry from the U.S., Canada and several other nations are at sea and bound for Antigua in the Easter Caribbean.
September 2, 2022
Two unique boat shows for Quebec
Quebec is fortunate to have two in-water boat shows this September.
August 23, 2022
Giving Back: Regatta for AQVA raises $70K for sailors with disabilities
On Saturday August 20, 2022, the 10th annual Regatta for AQVA (Association québécoise de voile adaptée ) supporting sailors with disabilities and hosted by the Royal St-Lawrence Yacht Club in Dorval QC, attracted boats from six yacht clubs and raised $70,000.
August 10, 2022
RCYC Paddlethon Sunday August 21
RCYC Members are raising funds for Ronald McDonald House Charities Toronto to keep seriously ill children and their families together to improve their health and well-being.
June 21, 2022
#GoSailing Week is June 20-26
Kingston, June 15, 2022 – Canadian sailing enthusiasts from across the country are invited to celebrate their favourite sport during the 2022 edition of National #GoSailing Week being held June 20-26.
June 21, 2022
Treat update: Midland boaters enjoy Butter Tart Fest
After a bitter couple of years things turned delightfully sweeter as Ontario’s Best Butter Tart Festival finally returned to Midland on Saturday, June 11! CY’s own Eileen Walsh attended the event with her sister to scoop up some sweet treats and peruse the local fare.
June 21, 2022
Canada’s Largest Vintage Boat Show back in Gravenhurst on July 9
This year the ACBS will be holding their 41th Anniversary Vintage Boat Show promoting the theme of “Magic on the Water”. The Gravenhurst, ON venue is a true jewel to hold an in-water boat show and this year we are expecting a full house from a vintage boat registration as well as attendance.
May 24, 2022
This is Safe Boating Awareness Week
The Annual, Safe Boating Awareness Week kicked off across Canada last Saturday and continues to May 27. The purpose of this initiative, managed by the CSBC (Canadian Safe Boating Council) and its partners, is to promote safe and responsible boating practices.
April 20, 2022
Events: Bay Port Dealer Day and Flea Market back in full swing
On Saturday June 4 from 8 am to noon, Bay Port Yachting Centre in Midland will return with its annual event.
April 6, 2022
Racing: 30 sailors to represent Canada this week in Spain
More than 1,000 sailors will compete at the first major Olympic multiclass competition to take place since Tokyo 2020. Canada will be represented by 30 sailors at the World Sailing Hempel World Cup held at the 51st Princess Sofia Trophy in Mallorca, Spain, which began on Monday, April 4 and will run until this Saturday, April 9.
April 6, 2022
Georgian Bay Regatta Celebrates 36th Anniversary this Summer
Once again, the Georgian Bay Regatta is the sailing event of the summer on Georgian Bay – not to be missed! Now in its 36th year, the GBR will take place on the west side of the Bay, visiting the picturesque ports of Meaford, Lion’s Head, and Wiarton, as well as two spectacular anchorages.
March 23, 2022
Sir Russell Coutts, CEO Sail GP and Canadian entry CEO headline SailGP talk hosted by RCYC
Everyone interested is invited to hear about SailGP Season 3 from Sir Russell Coutts, CEO, SailGP; Canada SailGP Team CEO, Jean-Sébastien Chénier Proteau; and Tyler Bjorn, Head of Development & Purpose on Wednesday April 6 1700 – 2000 hrs.
March 23, 2022
Bay Bridge Boat Show Returns
If you got shut out from heading to Annapolis for last fall’s boat shows or if you simply need to go somewhere, the Bay Bridge Marina in Stevensville, MD might be just the ticket for a spring jaunt.
February 23, 2022
Miami Boat Show – not really back to normal
At the Discover Boating Miami International Boat Show that opened February 16 through 20, 2022, the weather steadily improved through the week, the crowds grew larger and the vibe seemed very positive. I felt a sense of momentum as the days went on.
February 8, 2022
The Salty Dawg Maritime Rally
If you are looking for an exciting adventure, come along with the Salty Dawgs on the Maritime Rally. Nova Scotia has an attractive sea-bound coast with quaint fishing villages, numerous isolated coves, and historic sites. The Rally takes participants to beautiful Cape Breton Island and the Bras d’Or Lake.
February 8, 2022
Halifax International Boat Show Postponed
Boating Atlantic and Master Promotions Ltd. are announcing the postponement of the Halifax International Boat Show, which was scheduled for March 3-6, 2022. The next edition of the Halifax International Boat Show will now take place in February 2023.
January 26, 2022
Limestone shows new model at Chesapeake and TIBS virtual
Collingwood, Ontario-based The Limestone Boat Company debuted the all-new Limestone L-200R runabout at the Chesapeake Bay Boat Show January 21st-23. The L-200R is the second 20-foot model to be debuted in the Limestone lineup, following the L-200CC Center Console.
January 12, 2022
FREE Admission to attend the Virtual Toronto Boat Show!
It’s so simple to register, once you visit the Boat Show’s website click “Register” and you will be prompted to enter your name and email address…that’s it! No access code this year will be required to be admitted to the show, only name and email.
January 11, 2022
Show news: boot Düsseldorf will not take place in 2022
When we learned that the Toronto, Montreal and Vancouver boat shows were canceled as in-person events, it wasn’t surprising that the biggest show in Europe, boot Dusseldorf got called off too.
December 21, 2021
Halifax International Boat Show returns in February
After a hiatus in ’21, Atlantic Canada’s largest boating event is set to return to the Halifax Exhibition Centre, February 3-6, 2022. HIBS has been Atlantic Canada’s premiere boating show for over 40 years.
November 24, 2021
2022 BVI Spring Regatta & Sailing Festival set to go
The 49th BVI Spring Regatta & Sailing Festival will take place between March 28 April 3, 2022. It is one of the top three Caribbean sailing events, with an average of 110 yachts per year with 60% of the competitors from overseas.
October 12, 2021
Southampton International Boat Show in the UK draws 88,000
Southampton International Boat Show closed on Sunday 19 September with organisers, exhibitors, sponsors and visitors all hailing the show as one of the best yet.
August 24, 2021
The Moncton Boat Show will be returning March 25 – 27, 2022!
Mark your Calendars! The 2022 Moncton Boat Show will be returning to Moncton Friday, March 25 – Sunday, March 27, 2022! The last few years were like no other but we are optimistic about moving forward to live events once again and the return of the Moncton Boat Show.
August 11, 2021
News: Toronto Boat Show planning for 2022
The Toronto International Boat Show, the largest in Canada, is planning for show in January 2022, resuming the schedule we have all learned to love. It’s summer now, but when it’s cold and bleak outside, getting together with boats and boaters is an important antidote.
August 11, 2021
Cruising: Salty Dawg Rally south is on
The Salty Dawg’s Fall Rally to the Bahamas will depart from Hampton, VA on November 2 with the Antigua-bound boats, but will head due south for a fur to five day sail to the Abacos in the northern Bahamas.
August 10, 2021
It’s a go! The West Coast’s largest in-the-water boat show is back
Celebrating its 30th anniversary, the BC Boat Show returns September 23 – 26, 2021 at Port Sidney Marina in Sidney, BC. The BC Yacht Brokers Association (BCYBA), hosts of the BC Boat Show, are proud to announce that in celebration of the 30th, this year’s show will be better than ever.
July 20, 2021
Annapolis Boat Shows return this October
A fall mini-vacay coinciding with Canadian Thanksgiving might be in the cards for many boat-minded lockdown escapees. The Annapolis shows are going ahead at full speed, but will we be able to get there by car? Let us hope the situation warrants cross-border travel by then.
July 7, 2021
Halifax boat show returns LIVE for 2022
The Halifax International Boat Show has become an event that boaters have looked forward to for decades, becoming THE event for boaters & dealers annually. Master Promotions Ltd., the show’s promoter, is pleased to confirm that planning has begun for the 2022 event that will take place February 3 – 6 at the Halifax Exhibition Centre.
June 22, 2021
Chester Parade of Lights is on!
On Canada Day, Chester Yacht Club presents its Harbour Parade of 8:30 Parade of Lights Sail Pastalong Chester Harbour waterfront and Chester Yacht Club. Experience the parade of lights sail past flotilla of local boats festooned with lights.
June 22, 2021
Trawlerfest
The trawler world is a growing segment and Trawlerfest is where it reigns. So enthusiasts will be delighted to learn that after several re-jigs and a cancellation, Trawlerfest in now going full speed (well, trawler speed) for Newport RI on Thursday, August 26 to Saturday, August 28, 2021 at Newport Shipyard, 1 Washington Street, Newport, RI.
June 22, 2021
NMMA plans the return of their entire show lineup
While Canada anxiously awaits the second shots and eventual re-opening, America seems to be speeding towards a full return to pre-COVID days. The NMMA has announced that it is planning for the return of their entire show lineup in September.