Dec 19, 2019
The National Office of Canadian Power and Sail Squadrons will be closed for the holidays between Christmas and New Year’s. The National Office hours during this time will be as follows:
Monday December 23, 2019 – Office Open 0830 to 1630 EST
Tuesday December 24, 2019 – Office Open 0830 to 1630 EST
Wednesday December 25, 2019 to Wednesday January 1, 2020 – Office Closed
Thursday January 2, 2020 – Office Open 0830 to 1630 EST
June 26, 2025 From today until July 31, CanBoat members receive their regular 20% discount on PORTS guides PLUS FREE SHIPPING! Members: Visit the Members portal to take advantage of this offer before July 31. Buy Your PORTS Guides, Today! Not a member? Sign up and take advantage of this and many other great offers!…
June 26, 2025 Note: There are 4 categories to be recognized, however, only those marked in red are based on submitted nominations. Awarded to each outgoing Director/Official with a minimum of 2 terms of service (e.g., Upon retirement from service, a certificate is awarded giving the name of the individual with years of service) Awarded to…
June 26, 2025 Thank you for submitting your hidden boating gems. We have collected over 50 destinations so far! View the map here. to see these great locations with descriptions, photos and a list of amenities and activities you can enjoy with your crew this summer! Boating is all about unforgettable moments worth sharing. Our…
June 26, 2025 We’re thrilled to announce that our 6 new mini-courses are now live! For new boaters or simply for those looking to boost their confidence for the summer, these short, practical courses are designed to help our community build real-world skills. 6 Must-Have Topics Every Boater Should Master LEARN MORE HERE From docking…
June 12, 2025 If you haven’t caught Season 3 of Water Ways yet, there’s still time—but not much! Until the end of June, you can tune in to the final few episodes on: 
Sportsman Channel Canada – Mondays, Wednesdays, and Sundays at 10:30 AM (ET)
World Fishing Network – Sundays at 6:00pm and 10:00pm (ET)…
June 12, 2025 Dear reader, cover yourself in CanBoat / NautiSavoir swag! Get your hands on one of the stylish items that favor boating and water. Some shirts are UV resistant, and the ball cap will shield you from the hot rays. CanBoat has partnered with Anchor Gear to bring you high quality products selected…
By Craig Ritchie
Photos by Starcraft Marine
Building great boats has always come down to a mix of art and science, and that’s particularly true when it comes to meeting the biggest challenge of all—creating an appealing yet affordable family runabout. Buyers want a boat that is affordable but not stripped to the bare bones.
Enter Starcraft and its delightful SV 16 OB, an all-new-for-2025 family deck boat that elegantly balances comfort, amenities and affordability.
By Mark Stevens
Photos by Sharon Matthews-Stevens
As I shift our chartered canal boat into neutral, I’m soothed by the soundtrack of bird calls, the occasional plaintive horn of a distant train and the hum of our engine.
I reach for the VHF to radio the lockmaster in charge of Erie Canal’s Lock 32 dead ahead. Our boat spins gently in the current like a maple key in a mud puddle.
“This is Onondaga,” I say. “Headed westbound and requesting passage.”
