CanBoat’s 2026 Boat Show Tour and Discounts

January 8, 2026

We are thrilled to announce that our volunteers will be present at eight shows this year, providing attendees with discounts on three essential courses for boaters!

  • Boating Licence 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:

Vancouver Boat Show | Jan 14-18

Toronto International Boat Show | Jan 17-25

Halifax International Boat Show | Feb 5-8

Montreal Boat Show | Feb 12-15

Ottawa Boat & Outdoors Show | Feb 19-22

Calgary Boat & Outdoors Show | Feb 20-22

Moncton Boat & Sportsmen Show | Apr 10-12

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!

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