November 5, 2019
Introducing CPS-ECP Board of Directors Member: Rob Anderson, AP
Rob started boating in the 1970’s, operating an open runabout with a 9.9 HP motor to visit his family cottage, accessible by water only. He also learned how to sail as a youth at the RCYC sailing school, and by sailing on Lake Ontario aboard a 28-foot sailboat owned by his father and two others.
November 5, 2019
CPS-ECP Members Can Win Sunsail’s 2020 Charter Contest
This year Sunsail Vacations, a benefit supplier and supporter of Canadian Power and Sail Squadrons, offered a $7500.00 USD Charter voucher to those who renewed their membership.
October 23, 2019
2019 AGM Environment Award
Jackie is a member of the CPS-ECP Environment Committee and has propelled CPS-ECP along a new path from what we are used to; the human invasion and pollution of the oceans.
October 23, 2019
Safe Waterways For All Vessels
We are so fortunate to live in Canada. With five main ocean watersheds (Canadian Geographic, 2019), over 8,500 named rivers (Statistics Canada, 2016) and home to the most lakes in the world (World Atlas, 2017) – Canada has more than enough opportunities to get on the water & plenty of space to share once out there.
October 23, 2019
Introducing the new Chief Commander
Peter Bolton was elected the Chief Commander of CPS-ECP during our annual AGM on October 19th. He has a great history within CPS-ECP and passion for boating.
October 8, 2019
Where Innovation Meets Safety: Canadian Safe Boating Awards
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.
October 8, 2019
Safer for the Environment Boat Care Products
In the late 1970’s myself and a lady friend decided leave our corporate positions to spend 3 years backpacking around the globe.
September 25, 2019
Carbon Monoxide Poisoning
Carbon monoxide (CO) can come from anything that burns a carbon-based fuel (gasoline, propane, charcoal, oil, etc.). It can be created by engines, gas generators, cooking ranges, heaters, etc. CO acts a lot like air. It doesn’t rise or fall, but spreads evenly throughout an enclosed space and is very toxic.
September 25, 2019
Stretching the Season
During the fall months, when the summer heat begins to wane, fall colours scatter the shoreline, and pristine anchorages, once cluttered, now offer quiet solitude, it’s important that you are prepared for each and every trip.
September 11, 2019
Have Your Say!
The communications survey is open until September 25! The purpose of the survey is to seek input on the communications you receive from CPS-ECP and should only take you 5 minutes to complete.
September 11, 2019
Where Innovation Meets Safety: Canadian Safe Boating Awards
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.
September 11, 2019
Choosing the right PFD
Finding the right PFD can seem like a daunting task and extends beyond finding one that fits and floats. After all, not all vests work for all people, and no one vest works well for all activities.
September 11, 2019
Operation Life Jacket – Thornbury Ontario
Blue Mountain Power and Sail Squadron through member Dwight Dyson’s leadership, worked together with the local marine supply, the Town of Blue Mountains, Thornbury Yacht Club members and the illustrious Thornbury Harbour Staff to collect approximately 110 Lifejackets during a four-week Operation Life Jacket promotion.
August 20, 2019
What Plan, Your Plan… Strategic Priority #5 Communications
Communication is a Strategic Priority, identified in our 2016-2020 Strategic Plan. Its dictionary definition is “transmitting, a giving or exchanging of information, messages, letter, etc. a means of communicating”. Sounds really simple when written out in plain language, but in fact is an aspect of CPS-ECP life that we seem to struggle with.
August 20, 2019
What can CPS-ECP offer you beyond the PCOC course?
CPS-ECP has an array of courses that enables you to become an educated skipped able to navigate the open ocean!
August 20, 2019
Man Overboard!
Prevention is the best solution to avert man-overboard (MOB) accidents before they happen. Take every precaution to avoid such a situation. A passenger or crew member can tumble overboard at any time and under any conditions.
August 7, 2019
SmartFind G8 AIS EPIRB
An Emergency Position Indicating Radio Beacon (EPIRB) is a safety device carried by a vessel to alert search and rescue services and allow them to quickly locate you in the event of an emergency.
August 7, 2019
Get your tickets today to join us at the Victoria National Conference
Participate in this year’s National Conference from October 17-19, 2019. Volunteers and boaters from across North America will congregate in Victoria, British Columbia to exchange ideas, have their say in the business of CPS-ECP, attend workshops, network with old friends and meet new ones.
August 7, 2019
Renew Your CPS-ECP Membership and Qualify to Win a Charter
Sunsail Vacations has come on-board as a new Benefit Supplier and supporter of Canadian Power and Sail Squadrons. Check out their offerings and services at Member Benefits, at the CPS-ECP website.
July 24, 2019
What Plan? Your Plan…..Strategic Priority #4 – Community
In the St-Lawrence District, three Squadrons and the District were tired of trying to staff all positions in isolation so got together to share ideas and find solutions that might suit their needs.
July 24, 2019
Flare Day Report
On June 21 and 22, 2019 the Okanagan Power and Sail Squadron (Vernon location) conducted a Pyrotechnic Education and expired flare collection event. The event was held over 1½ day at the Vernon Yacht Club. The Yacht Club location was chosen because the retailer, Valley Marine, is located some miles out of the city.
July 24, 2019
Cold Water Immersion Workshop Port Credit Yacht Club
On September 16th and 17th, the Canadian Safe Boating Council will be hosting a Cold Water Immersion Workshop at the Port Credit Yacht Club in Ontario. The workshop will be facilitated by Dr. Gordon Giesbrecht (aka Professor Popsicle), world-renowned expert in hypothermia and cold injuries.
July 10, 2019
Join us in Victoria for our annual Conference
Participate in this year’s National Conference from October 17-19, 2019. Volunteers and boaters from across North America will congregate in Victoria, British Columbia to exchange ideas, have their say in the business of CPS-ECP, attend workshops, network with old friends and meet new ones.
July 10, 2019
CPS-ECP Making Waves
CPS-ECP Squadrons and volunteers have been working hard to promote CPS-ECP and boating safety this spring. Here are a few of the headlines from across the country.
July 10, 2019
Enhance Your CPS-ECP Education on the Water this Winter
Greg Marlo from YACHTS Brokerage, the Canadian representative for Sunsail, is proposing to setup two Caribbean Charter Flotilla Cruises for CPS-ECP members. Participants will gain on the water experience related to what they have learned in the classroom, plus have a vacation at the same time.
June 22, 2019
Staff Milestones Celebrated at the National Office
Beverly Walters, was presented with a plaque acknowledging her 20 years of service to CPS-ECP! Beverly’s job involves all facets of ensuring that thousands of PCOC, ROC(M) and Membership cards are processed and delivered to CPS-ECP members and successful participants in the Pleasure Craft Operator Card…
June 22, 2019
What Plan? Your Plan…..Strategic Priority #3 – Volunteers
The 2016-2020 Strategic Plan lists five key Priorities and Volunteers are one of the five. There are 3 Goals outlined in this section of the Plan.
June 22, 2019
Join us in Victoria for our annual Conference
Participate in this year’s National Conference from October 17-19, 2019. Volunteers and boaters from across North America will congregate in Victoria, British Columbia to exchange ideas, have their say in the business of CPS-ECP, attend workshops, network with old friends and meet new ones.
June 22, 2019
Marine Forecasts and Warnings for Canada
Our knowledge of atmospheric physics has grown over the years. In this day of the computer, forecasting is more accurate, is valid for longer periods, and can be delivered in seconds to those who need it.
June 11, 2019
Exciting Changes to National Awards!
As you read in Chief Commander Chuck Beall’s April 16 notes from the April Board meeting that were sent to you, we have exciting changes to our National Awards.
June 11, 2019
It’s Back – Safety And Flare Return Days 2019
Finally the news that we have been waiting for. On May 15th the Minister for Transport Canada approved our funding request to continue the Safety and Flare Return Days program for the next three years.
June 11, 2019
Important Changes to Cowan’s Pleasure Craft Program
Cowan Insurance Group has partnered with CPS-ECP for over 25 years to offer pleasure craft insurance to its members. While we have always been able to provide rate stability, deteriorating results across the country have impacted those rates.
May 22, 2019
Call for Nominations: Canada’s Volunteer Awards
The time has come to recognize the significant contributions of volunteers who are making this nation stronger.
May 22, 2019
Vessel Preparedness and How To Get A Free Courtesy Check
Every year thousands of boaters go out on the water without the proper safety equipment that is required by law. This equipment can be of great benefit and comfort and can mean the difference between a great day out on the water and a potential disaster.
May 22, 2019
AIS For Boaters
One of the tankers I worked on had a sign prominently displayed in the wheelhouse….its message was a short, but sharp reminder, “A Collision At Sea Can Ruin Your Entire Day.” In those days, our collision avoidance system consisted of one fairly good pair of eyes and a radar system.
May 22, 2019
Cowan Insurance Update
For over 25 years, Cowan Insurance Group has proudly partnered with the CPS-ECP to offer an exclusive Pleasure Craft Program to its members across Canada.
May 8, 2019
What Plan? Your Plan…..Strategic Priority #2 – Membership
The 2016-2020 Strategic Plan lists five key Priorities and Membership is the second of the five. Since our last update, the Membership Priority has continued to improve on the 5 goals within the Priority and following are a few highlights since the beginning of the year when we last reported.
May 8, 2019
Let’s get on the water – carefully!
Ah, long weekends. There are only four during the summer so each one is cherished by Canadians but this one coming up carries special significance for boaters and cottagers. (There are few things we Canadians cherish more than our long weekends.