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We Are Very Happy You Registered!

Registration for the AGM and Conference is growing! We are very happy we will see so many members! The official notice is on the website together with all the information you need including the agenda.

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A Noisy Noise Annoys an Oyster

A noisy neighbour is never nice. Many of us have been bothered by another boater blasting their music in a quiet bay. For wildlife, however, noise isn’t simply a nuisance.

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Free Canal Cruising Seminar on Oct 3rd

Cruising Ontario’s Historic Canals, hosted by Goderich Power and Sail Squadron, Monday, October 3, 2022 at 1900 via Zoom. Presented by Jeff Evans.

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Photo of the month

Not everyday is a sunny day but that doesn’t mean you can’t head out on the water!

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GLCC School webinar discounts for members

CPS-ECP members can take advantage of a $5.00 discount when registering for a GLCC School webinar.

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We Are Really Looking Forward to Seeing You!

After 2 years of Covid 19 restrictions, we crossed our fingers while planning this year’s AGM and Conference.

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Photo of the month

Sailing out at sunset and watching the colours change and reflect on the water is always such a beautiful experience, this photo was taken by Vanessa Vermaas in Vancouver. Did you get the chance to enjoy any sunsets on the water this summer?

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Come Early – Stay Longer – Five Attractions in Toronto with the City Pass

If you are coming to Toronto to attend the AGM and Conference or if live in Toronto, you need to know about The CityPass. Admittance into 5 attractions within a nine-day period all for $105 (4 – 12yrs $72).

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An Ocean of Good

The Marine Education and Research Society has launched their empowering campaign about marine plastics. It is optimistic and action-based with “everyday choices for everyday solutions”.

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CPS-ECP Member Benefits with Canadian Yachting Magazine

English speaking Members have the benefit of receiving 6 issues annually of Canadian Yachting magazine at no additional cost! Savings of:  $31.95 + Tax.

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Ready – Set – Go

October in Toronto is wonderful and planning now, can extend your enjoyment of early fall. Temperatures are still very pleasant in Toronto. Daytime highs average 14ºC/57ºF so people pull on their favorite cozy sweaters to enjoy more patio time, outdoor markets and walks through Toronto’s impressive park systems.

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Know Before You Go – Marine Mammal Regulations

It’s summer when many of us have the joy of being on the ocean. Thereby, it’s an important time to review the Marine Mammal Regulations!

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New Seminar – How to use a GPS

This introductory online seminar is for boaters who want to know the basics of how to set up their GPS/Chartplotter, understand how it works, how to use it to and how it can connect to other boat electronics including tablets and smart phones.

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Come Early – Stay Longer – Five Attractions in Toronto with the City Pass

If you are coming to Toronto to attend the AGM and Conference or if live in Toronto, you need to know about The CityPass. Admittance into 5 attractions within a nine-day period all for $105 (4 – 12yrs $72).

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Card Replacement message

You can order replacement Pleasure Craft Operator Card or Restricted Operator Certificate cards online. Canadian Power and Sail will replace any PCOC issued by us or the Canadian Red Cross, if they are in our directory.

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Out of the Galley and into The Gallery

Toronto our host city for the 2022 AGM and Conference is culture rich. Beyond the food, neighbourhoods, markets and major attractions there is a wealth of galleries and museums for you to explore.

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SAVE more, BOAT more. Discover Dock Links

Members receive exclusive access to savings at participating marina’s, restaurants and retail locations across Ontario.

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Attention Boaters: Give Whales Space

Watching whales and other marine mammals in their natural surroundings is exciting. It gives us an opportunity to better appreciate these beautiful animals, but if we aren’t cautious, we risk disturbing and even harming marine wildlife (or ourselves).

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CPS-ECP 2022 AGM & Conference

It doesn’t seem too long ago, that we started to plan for our first in-person Conference in over 2 years, but time seems to move sometimes more quickly than we would like.

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Online Seminars Now Available

For the safety of oneself, the boat’s crew and the boat itself, the boater had best be prepared to take tides and currents into consideration when planning a voyage of any length in tidal waters.

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Upcoming Flare Collections Dates and Locations

Disposing of expired flares has been an ongoing dilemma for boaters across the country. To help boaters dispose of expired flares in a safe and environmentally responsible manner CPS-ECP and selected CIL Dealers are hosting Safety Equipment Education and Flare Disposal Days.

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Trent-severn waterway draft management plan consultations

Parks Canada is currently seeking feedback on a new Draft Management Plan for the Trent-Severn Waterway and Peterborough Lift Lock National Historic Sites. Your input is important for a shared vision of the next 10 years.

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Boat Filming Locations Needed

We need your help to assist us in obtaining stock video footage and photos this summer. Valentin Bacalu, our Audio Video Specialist, is willing to come to your dock, marina or yacht club to gather much needed content.

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Aqua Map: Wind, Waves, and Currents

Aqua Map now includes weather in their app. That sounds so mundane that it may produce an immediate yawn. There are so many dedicated weather apps out there already, what could they possibly offer that’s not already available?

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Did You Know That Toronto Has an Underground City?

While you are staying at the Sheraton Hotel you will be connected to an indoor pedestrian mall called The Path which covers over 30kms of walkway and is spread over 27 tunnels. Loaded with fantastic eateries, restaurants, shops and services, Toronto’s underground city is the world’s largest underground shopping complex.

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The New Navigator; How to Get Started

The question often comes up, why do we still teach the use of paper navigation charts when the obvious choice for most boaters is electronic chartplotters or a simple handheld GPS?

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CPS-ECP needs you!

I just read the message from our Chief Commander, Peter Bolton, which will be published in the next The Port Hole and Le Hublot. It expresses some of my thoughts.

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News from the Environment Committee

See the recently updated Boat Blue resource for the national laws and best practices for marine mammal and boater safety. Updates include the newly announced 2022 “Management Measures for the endangered Southern Resident Killer Whales” (Pacific Coast) which involve sanctuary zones…

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Why Should My Squadron Offer Recreational Vessel Courtesy Checks (RVCCs)?

Finally after a few years without funding I can talk again about why Squadrons should offer Recreational Vessel Courtesy Checks (RVCCs). We have now received funding from Transport Canada for the next two years.

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NEW Member Benefit with Carefree Boating Club

$500 New Member Discount; PCOC included in new membership. Boating without owning….. It’s about time TM. The Carefree concept is simple – offering you the opportunity to fully experience the joys of boating without the high costs and commitments of ownership.

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CPS-ECP needs you!

I just read the message from our Chief Commander, Peter Bolton, which will be published in the next The Port Hole and Le Hublot. It expresses some of my thoughts.

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CHS Nautical Publications: Free and always up-to-date digital downloads – Printing to be Discontinued

All of the Canadian Hydrographic Service’s nautical publications are now available as free digital downloads. Providing free digital nautical publications means easier access to up-to-date information for safer navigation.

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Boat Smarter this Summer! Sign up for Boating 2 – Beyond Boating Basics

Your Operator Card (Boating 1) makes sure you have immediate navigation and safety skills but it’s just the beginning of what you should know.

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2022 National AGM and Conference – Toronto

After a long wait, we are looking forward to seeing our members in person, at the Sheraton Centre Toronto Hotel. Mark your Calendars for October 24th/29th, and register early to join us as ”Toronto Welcomes the World”.

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Spring Boat Commissioning Webinar April 7th

Peterborough Power and Sail Squadron Presents Spring Boat Commissioning! Featuring: Joe Lineberry from Paris Marine (this presentation is in English)

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Salus Marine Wear Discounts for CPS-ECP Members

All SALUS Marine Wear products are available to members at 20% off the full retail price in the current year’s catalogue. The 20% discount is only available when Salus products are purchased through orderdesk@cps-ecp.ca and is NOT available through any other Salus dealer or outlet.

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Board of Directors Applications Due APRIL 15

Canadian Power and Sail Squadrons (CPS-ECP) is accepting applications for Director positions from you the members of CPS-ECP. Successful candidates will be nominated to the Board of Directors at the 2022 Annual General Meeting.

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Instagram Photo of the Month

CPS-ECP has been posting wonderful photos on Instagram during the last few months. The top photo of February was shot by @sailingwildflower.

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Follow These Steps To Renew Your CPS-ECP Membership

It’s peak renewal season for many members of CPS-ECP! If you missed your renewal reminder emails, please visit: www.cps-ecp.ca and login to your account. Then navigate to the membership dropdown menu and click Renew Your Membership. 

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