April 7, 2021
Tug news: Theodore Tugboat heads Halifax to Port Dover
According to the Nova Scotia Tourism website, Theodore Tugboat began his travels in 1989, created by Cochran Entertainment, with master model maker Fred Allen, as a children’s television series inspired by the Halifax Waterfront and the stories Andrew Cochran would tell his son at bedtime. The CBC television program Theodore Tugboat ran from 1993 to 2001.
April 6, 2021
Fire at Krates Marina Destroys Several Boats
On Monday, March 29th, fire broke out in a group of power boats stored on the hard and still under shrink wrap. Black smoke was visible for miles at the height of the blaze. Boating Industry Canada News Week Digest spoke to David Kent, manager at the Pride Marine location at Krates Marina. The boats were their customer’s vessels.
April 6, 2021
CY Magazine: May issue aims at summer family fun
With the start of the 2021 boating season, Canadian Yachting takes a look at the latest towed wake sports activities. The soaring popularity of wake surfing has driven big changes to water sports tow boats and has opened the door to participation for the whole family.
April 6, 2021
Marina news: Wright’s joins Hindson and Killbear
On April 1st, 2021, Wright’s Marina joined two other small, independent facilities: Hindson Marina in Penetanguishene and Killbear Marina near Parry Sound.
April 6, 2021
Sneak peek: Oceanis 54
Beneteau saw an opportunity to add a little thrill to any cruising adventure, so they took the hull of the First 53 racer (introduced just last year), and with a few fashionable changes, created the Oceanis Yacht 54, the new entry-level of Beneteau’s swanky Oceanis Yacht line. The result is a performance cruiser that sails like a witch and looks like a grande dame.
March 24, 2021
The little country that could
Ah yes, Miss Supertest III. As those wonderful Kiwis walked over their competitors to win the America’s Cup, I was reminded of Canada’s almost comparable win of the 1959, 1960 and 1961 Harmsworth Cup.
March 24, 2021
Captain Cook: Muskoka Menu Merriment
Our new feature is CYOB’s look at boats and food – two words that are almost synonyms! That’s a lot of landscape to cover; we will take you to galleys across the country, dockside burger joints and fine cockpit dining.
March 24, 2021
Have a VHF Radio? Get Your Required Restricted Operator Certificate
This Maritime Radio ONLINE SELF-STUDY program is a completely integrated version of Canadian Power and Sail Squadrons Maritime Radio classroom course. It includes an online course manual and supporting learning materials.
March 24, 2021
Out of the cold: Jeanneau NC 695 walk through video
The folks at Walker Marine, located in Blenheim ON just north of Lake Erie, love boats and they also love making videos. This is the second original video they have shared and it certainly brings a Canadian feel to the boat, complete with deep snow and a tractor!
March 24, 2021
Meet the 2022 Schaefer 400 Sport
With a distinctive design and countless praises for its agility and speed, the Schaefer 400 wins an audience over at first glance. This new model showcases a modern look hull design with a retractable hardtop, generous deck with gourmet space and a greater selection of premium finishes.
March 24, 2021
Lagoon unveils its new 55
Following several weeks of teasing, Lagoon has unveiled its new model, the Lagoon 55. Straight out of the shipyard at Construction Navale Bordeaux, the first prototype was launched on Thursday February 25th, from the quayside on the Garonne River.
March 10, 2021
Spring forward…please
I’m trying to temper it but Spring Fever has grabbed me by the deck shoes and got me half way out the door to the boat. This longing has been going on for a bit but came to a head last weekend when I went down ostensibly to check my tarp but then stood on the dock watching the ice melt in the sun. There’s no denying it; spring is springing.
March 10, 2021
Leisure Pools takes over the Beneteau Marion SC facility
When Beneteau opened its plant in Marion, SC in 1986, the writing was on the wall for the large Canadian sailboat manufacturers, C&C, CS and Hinterhoeller. Beneteau had demonstrated that it could build very appealing boats that offered more contemporary looks and accommodation than the then-dominant Canadian companies.
March 9, 2021
Last-minute New York State budget manoeuver proposes major changes to Erie Canal management without public input
An act that was recently introduced in the waning days of New York’s annual budget process that allows no opportunity for public input proposes significant management changes to the New York State Canal System and, if passed, could have negative consequences on the historic waterway for years to come.
March 9, 2021
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.
March 9, 2021
Guest column: Where have all the boats gone?
I start off my column by saying Wow!! What a market! I have never seen such panic buying in my 43 years in this industry. Everyone wants to get out on the water.
March 9, 2021
Boats: Yanmar collaborates with fragment design on new X47FRGMT
Yanmar Holdings has entered into a collaboration with design house “fragment design”, headed by renowned designer Hiroshi Fujiwara, to develop a special version of Yanmar’s flagship X47 express cruiser.
March 9, 2021
Rideau Canal: The Next Ten Years
From January 25 – March 31, Parks Canada is asking the public to read its Draft Management Plan and share their feedback.
February 24, 2021
Pride Marine introduces Frauscher Boats, its newest brand
As the most innovative family-run boatyard in Europe, time and again Frauscher’s premium motorboats, electric boats and yachts set new standards in international boat building. Frauscher has been on course towards the future since 1927 – with the courage to discover new territory.
February 23, 2021
Jeanneau Leader 6.5 WA
Located in Blenheim ON just north of Lake Erie, Walker Marine Sales has been proudly serving Southwestern Ontario as a marine dealer and service provider since 2015.
February 23, 2021
Eight bells: Heather Robertson
Sailing in Canada, and in Nova Scotia lost a really good supporter late last week. Past Commodore Heather Robertson passed away at her home in Chester. Heather was a past member of both the Sail Canada and Sail NS Board.
February 23, 2021
New Fountaine Pajot 51 and Dufour 470 and 61
The Fountaine Pajot/Dufour Group had their second press conference on February 2, 2021 and as the groundhog predicted, they are set for an early spring with some more new boats. Private owner purchasing has taken the lead over charter companies, with most customers ordering boats without even seeing them!
February 23, 2021
Is Fiberglass Recyclable? Part 2 – Emerging innovations in fiberglass recycling
Interest in finding alternative uses for used fiberglass can spark creativity and innovation. For example, a partnership involving the US, Ireland, and Northern Ireland Universities called Re-wind developed some interesting civil engineering project ideas for reusing and repurposing fiberglass blades.
February 16, 2021
Eight Bells: Douglas Keary
The Canadian Sailing Community lost one of the good guys today . Doug Keary was one of those mean who gave back, gave back to his community, and gave back to the sport of sailing.
February 10, 2021
This is getting even better
This has been a different kind of time to use a euphemism, but for us here at CY OnBoard it has been useful. Thanks partially to the conditions you Canadian boaters currently face, boating is growing in popularity and our digest and websites are booming. Our rates of engagement continue to blossom and our subscription list is expanding.
February 10, 2021
Toronto Waterfront update
The Toronto waterfront is changing for several reasons including esthetics, flood mitigation. It’s about time – between the downtown area and Ashbridges Bay has been something of an abandoned wasteland.
February 10, 2021
Boating Ontario Directory now available
With a seemingly endless supply of lakes, rivers and waterways within Canada, boating can take you places you could never imagine. In Ontario, the waterways alone are made up of 250,000 lakes and rivers providing the best Freshwater recreational boating in the world.
February 9, 2021
Is Fiberglass Recyclable? Part 1
Today many things are made from fiberglass, from automotive parts to boats, and bathtubs to wind turbine blades. Fiberglass is lightweight and strong, it is resistant to impact and is waterproof. It does not rot and can be repaired relatively easily. But recycling fiberglass, can it be done?
February 9, 2021
Hot discount: Early Bird passes for Canadian waterways until March 31
Early bird discount for boaters are here until March 31, 2021! Purchase a Seasonal Lockage and Mooring Package and receive 20% off the price of lockage and 10% off the price of mooring.
February 9, 2021
Deliveries: Hot new arrival on a cold winter day
This week, Crate’s Lake Country in Orillia unloaded one of its new models for the 2021 season. Check out this gorgeous new Cruisers 46 Cantius in stock and available for spring delivery!
January 27, 2021
Surprises and not surprises
Just when you think you know, it turns out you don’t. For example, I was already getting bored with the America’s Cup. Yeah, yeah, fast boats but here come the Americans scalding by the Brits to ultimately lose to the NZ boat.
January 27, 2021
Maiden’s Tracy Edwards in our home (virtually)
We were ALL home, and most of us are parked in front of our computers with nothing to do. So, Thomas Fogh got busy last March and started a Wednesday Speakers night at Port Credit YC, which continued into the late spring.
January 27, 2021
Bursary Opportunities for Young Sailors at Tall Ships Adventure
At Tall Ships Adventure, we firmly believe that all youth are wanting to unlock their potential, that’s why we provide youth ages 12-18 with a challenging and engaging environment that teaches responsibility, self-reliance, and courage through tall ship sailing.
January 13, 2021
Have Your Say By Jan. 15 – Proposed Changes to Pleasure Craft Licensing Program
Transport Canada announces proposed changes to the Pleasure Craft Licensing (PCL) Program and the Lets Talk Transportation consultation web site which will remain open for comments until January 15, 2021.
January 13, 2021
CY Preview: 30 Most Exciting Boats For 2021
Faced with an uncertain future, Canadian families bonded together in the spring of 2020 like never before. Even as lock- downs continued through April, boat dealers began noticing their website traffic spike, and customer enquiries skyrocket. Boats were suddenly in high demand, as families eschewed overseas travel and sought new ways to safely enjoy leisure time together.
January 13, 2021
News: Calibre and Neptunus team up
Calibre Yacht Sales and Neptunus Yachts International have established a partnership for the sales and marketing of new Neptunus yachts in the Pacific Northwest.
December 16, 2020
Have Your Best Summer Ever! Schaefer Yacht Give-Away Contest Announcement
Canadian Yachting Magazine in conjunction with YACHT Solutions in the GTA is pleased to announce the 2nd Annual “Have Your Best Summer Ever” luxury yacht give-away contest.
December 16, 2020
launch broadcast: Axopar 22 – Action On The Water
Axopar is the globally renowned Finnish brand of premium range, multi award-winning motorboats, developed through a passion for adventure and the outdoors.