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Check out the latest Member Benefits and CPS-ECP Course Offerings

The CPS-ECP Member Benefits program has added three new Benefit Suppliers and some of the others have added to their offerings. 

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National Office Closure

The National Office of Canadian Power and Sail Squadrons will be closed for the holidays between Christmas and New Year’s.

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Chief Commander’s Holiday Message

It’s that time of year again. Lights, decorations, music, wrapping paper, cards, planning get togethers with family and friends, and a “to do” list that looks (and feels) way too long.

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50th Merit Mark Celebration!

At our recent AGM in Ottawa I received my 50th Merit Mark, and was really overwhelmed by the reception this got from my CPS-ECP friends.

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What Plan? Your Plan… Strategic Priority #1 – Education

The 2016-2020 Strategic Plan lists five key Priorities and Education is one of the five.

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Help determine the direction of CPS-ECP: Join the CPS-ECP Board of Directors

Canadian Power and Sail Squadrons (CPS-ECP) is accepting applications for Director positions from you the members of CPS-ECP, both men and women.

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Instructor-facilitated online classes

Become an armchair sailor this winter with instructor-facilitated online classes plus in-person support from a CPS-ECP mentor

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Meet the National Office Crew

One of our newest members of the National Office Staff is Nour Bawab. She has a wide range of responsibilities in graphic design with CPS-ECP that includes course materials…

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What Plan? Your Plan…

The 2016-2020 Strategic Plan is now 2 years into a 5 year Plan. At the recent National Conference in Ottawa, the Planning Committee were able to reach out to several groups which included Squadron and District Commanders.

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Fugawi.com downloadable charts sales available until November 30 only

As of Friday, November 30, 2018 Fugawi.com will no longer sell downloadable charts and content for use on navigation software and apps.

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Book the CPS-ECP Boating Skills Virtual Trainer for your boat show

The Boating Skills Virtual Trainer (BSVT) allows boaters to practice the basics of recreational small boat handling.

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Meet the New Board Members

At the recent Ottawa Annual General Meeting six new Directors were acclaimed to the CPS-ECP Board, together with Bob Parke and Nancy Richards returning to the Board for a new term. They join the other Directors of the Board completing their term of Office.

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Sunsail introduces “Let’s take the helm together” Program for CPS-ECP members

Boating associations like Canadian Power and Sail Squadrons are the lifeblood of our sport and Sunsail has established a partnership with CPS-ECP that will now give its members 15% off their next vacation. 

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Ottawa Conference Photos

If you’re looking for the 2018 Conference photos you can find them here…

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Fall Boating – It Just Takes A Little More Preparation

Those who have boated after Labour Day can attest to just what a beautiful experience it can be. The colours are spectacular in their shimmering reflections.

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Welcome Aboard To 3 New Sponsors To CPS-ECP Benefits List

Dock Links is a boater’s membership card that offers perks to boaters including top rated insurance discounts, exclusive access to discounted docking at marinas and discounts on fuel purchases. 

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Winterization 411

If the vessel is going to be out of the water during the winter months, ensuring it’s in a climate-controlled storage area or shrink-wrapped are the two best options.

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Register for Boating 2: Beyond Boating Basics Course

The Pleasure Craft Operator Card (PCOC) makes sure you have immediate navigation and safety skills but it’s just the beginning of what you should know when you get on a boat. 

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Meet the National Office Crew

Ella is the newest member of the National Office Staff. Her responsibilities cover providing service to everyone in our organization when it comes to membership.

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Your Educational Department has been busy this year

Testing with Transport Canada is continuing but will be upgraded by the addition of an appendix that outlines the recent changes to the Small Vessel Regulations. We will be including them in the main text when possible.

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LAST DAY to Save 20% on all Navionics Cards: Exclusive Limited Offer for CPS-ECP Members Only Ends Today

Originally priced at $149 USD (CAD $194), Navionics Plus Canada MicroSD cards for Lowrance, Raymarine, Humminbird, Simrad, B&G and many other chartplotters…      

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Nominate Your Boating Heroes Before October 15

The Canadian Safe Boating Council (CSBC) is a volunteer charitable organization. Our mission is to reduce the incidence of injuries and fatalities across Canada that occur as a result of recreational boating activities through innovative, relevant and effective measures.

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National Conference Details and Preliminary Agenda

Volunteers and boaters from across North America will congregate in Ottawa to exchange ideas, have their say in the business of their national organization, attend workshops, network with old friends and meet new ones. 

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Save 20% on all Navionics and C-Map Plug-and-Play Cards Exclusive Limited Offer for CPS-ECP Members Only

Originally priced at $149 USD (CAD $194), Navionics Plus Canada MicroSD cards for Lowrance, Raymarine, Humminbird, Simrad, B&G and many other chartplotters are now available for only CAD $155 (at today’s exchange) until Sept. 27, 2018, with coupon code “CPSECP20”.      

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Welcome Back to Alice Hinton

We welcome back Alice Hinton to our National Office Staff. As many of you know, Alice retired in August of 2017 from her full-time accounting position with CPS-ECP, but came back on a part-time/temporary basis earlier this year to help out during the busy time of our year.

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2018 Canadian Power and Sail Squadrons’ 80th Anniversary

Simply stated once a CPS-ECP member has earned 20 Merit Marks (representing twenty volunteer hours per year for twenty years) they become a CPS-ECP Life Member and their CPS-ECP membership fee is waived (read free.)…

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Register Today for Fall/Winter Online Boating Courses

Sign up now for our new listing of online courses! Enhance on your boating skills this fall and winter from the convenience of your own home!

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VHF DSC Simulator New Order Period Announcement

In cooperation with CPS-ECP, ICOM Canada has created a new VHF DSC Simulator that can add value for all Squadrons teaching the VHF Maritime Radio course. 

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Why should I take a boating course?

A few years ago I wrote the following article for Canadian Yachting and with Fall courses coming up soon I thought it would be a good idea to run it again in our newsletter. Squadrons can feel free to use this article to help promote their courses.

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Early Bird Conference Rate Ends September 3rd

Volunteers and boaters from across North America will congregate in Ottawa to exchange ideas, have their say in the business of their national organization, attend workshops, network with old friends and meet new ones. It will be a working conference with time for a little fun and relaxation. 

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CPS – ECP History 1998 – 2008

In the spring edition of the 1998 Port Hole, Brentwood Bay Squadron Commander Len Fallon proclaimed, “CPS will be there to meet the challenge of change!” Thanks Len.

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Have you checked out the Member Benefits program lately?

Do you know that the savings from some of the Member Benefits more than pay for your yearly CPS-ECP membership? Savings from Cowan, C-Tow can pay for your membership in just one purchase.

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Squadrons Making Waves

Barrie Power and Sail Squadron was featured on CTV news during their Safety Equipment Education and Flare Disposal Day.

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Replacement Cards – Members Save 40% on Replacement Cards and up to 70% When Ordering Multiple Cards

Now is the time of year when many members need to replace a lost Pleasure Craft Operator Card (PCOC), an ROC(M) card or a membership card.

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Join us in Ottawa and enjoy the sights

Board a luxury motor coach to start your tour with a stop at the Parliament Buildings, Canada’s seat of government. Your guide will explain the history of these magnificent buildings. 

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Skipper’s Responsibilities Before Setting Out

The skipper is responsible not only for the safety of the boat and those on board, but also for their behaviour.

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CPS-ECP History 1988 – 1998

Ooh what a decade! In1986 Midland Squadron elected its first ‘lady commander’ as the rest of our organization watched with much interest and considerable wariness.

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Amendments to the Small Vessel Regulations

Paddleboats, Watercycles, Stand-Up Paddleboards and Sealed-Hull, Sit-On-Top Kayaks. If every person on board a paddleboat, a watercycle, a stand-up paddle board…

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Call for Experienced Editors and Proofreaders

The CPS-ECP Educational Department is looking for volunteers with editorial and proof reading skills to join our publishing team. 

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