May 8, 2019
Eight Bells: Annie Campbell CPYB, Well Respected Yacht Broker
It is with deep sadness, that North South Nautical Group announces the passing of one of our long time yacht brokers, Annie Campbell.
May 3, 2019
Retaliatory Tariffs On US-made Boats Have Been Removed
NMMA Canada and the Canadian Marine Trades Associations have been advised by the Government of Canada that effective April 30, 2019, all retaliatory tariffs on U.S. recreational boats entering Canada have been removed, marking the most positive development for our industry since this concerning issue first emerged.
April 24, 2019
Eight bells: John Booth – T-Birder, builder
Victoria sailors and Thunderbird folks everywhere are mourning the loss of John Booth on April 8. His mostly one person company, Booth Enterprises in Victoria, was a pioneer in converting the plywood boat into fiberglass, thereby extending and enhancing the life of the class.
April 24, 2019
The Ocean Race – Racing with Purpose for Ocean Health
From 1973-2011 it was called the Whitbread, then until recently known as the Volvo Around the World Race. Now it is simply “the Ocean Race” and it’s gearing up for another circuit with an overriding purpose to rid the oceans of plastics.
April 24, 2019
M&P Partners with Sunseeker: Britain’s Largest Boat Builder
M&P Yacht Centre is Canada’s #1 Boat Dealer so it makes perfect sense that they would partner with Sunseeker, Britain’s Largest Boat Builder.
April 24, 2019
Cars on board: Dockside Style – Jaguar F Pace S
Every once in a while as automotive journalist, I find a test vehicle that is just a suits my tastes just that little bit more than the others.
April 10, 2019
Port Whitby Marina Celebrates 40 Years!
Now considered one of the premier marinas in all of Ontario and a central piece of Whitby’s amazing waterfront, Port Whitby Marina had a humble beginning in 1979 as a small cluster of docks and temporary buildings on the North side of Whitby Harbour.
April 10, 2019
Azimut 50 Fly coming to BC Boat Show
Fraser Yacht Sales will be displaying the new Galley Up version of the Azimut 50 Flybridge at the BC Boat Show in Port Sidney Marina, May 2 – 5.
April 9, 2019
Swift Trawlers coming to BC
M & P Yacht Centre is proud to be the Swift Trawler Dealer for all of Western Canada, and excited to display two models, the Swift Trawler 35 and 44, at the BC Boat Show in Sidney this coming May.
April 9, 2019
Ontario Government Considering Increasing Renewable Content (Ethanol) In Fuels
Earlier this month, NMMA Canada participated in a stakeholder consultation with the Ministry of Environment to discuss the government’s proposal to increase the renewable content (e.g. ethanol) in gasoline to 15% as early as 2025 in Ontario.
March 29, 2019
The Rigging Shoppe Celebrates 50 Years
The Rigging Shoppe is a family owned and operated marine supply store for power & sail.
March 27, 2019
A personal account: The Water Rat and Outer Harbour Sailing
From my point of view, sailing is a sport, which relies totally on the environment. Sailors use a renewable resource—wind—for our power. Our boats sail across lakes and oceans, and we do not scar the surface. Sailors are extremely concerned about the environment.
March 26, 2019
Boatswap: A look at international boat sharing
It is very common these days to share your car or house with anyone. However, exchanging your boat is not as common yet. Even though it literally opens up a world of destinations! Sailum is one of the few existing online platforms for boat swap.
March 13, 2019
Eight bells: Bob Lush
Our friend Bob Lush was a sailing dilettante but also an adventurer who will be remembered as an interesting and witty guy. He passed away last Wednesday at 80 in Montreal after a decade battling cancer.
March 13, 2019
Boating BC Sets Sail With Abandoned Boat Education And Awareness Program
Boating BC has officially launched an Abandoned Boats Education and Awareness Campaign to make boaters aware of their responsibility to manage each vessel through the end of its life – and provide information on boat disposal options.
March 13, 2019
There is a Fire at the Marina!
On February 10, 2019 the Sidney Fire Department responded to a fire at the Port Sidney Marina. This was followed by a fire at the Cedar Grove Marina on March 1st in North Saanich.
March 13, 2019
Rossi Milev’s Clear Air Captures J/24 Midwinter Championship
2017 J/24 World Champion Rossi Milev of PCYC, Toronto, on Clear Air, hoisted another Class perpetual trophy Sunday, taking the 2019 J/24 Midwinter Championship at Davis Island Yacht Club in Tampa, FL.
March 5, 2019
Le Boat celebrates 50 Years
In 2019, Le Boat is celebrating 50 years of providing customers with unforgettable memories on the waterways of Europe and now in Canada.
February 27, 2019
Salty Dawg announces Spring Rally
The Salty Dawg Sailing Association (SDSA) has opened registration for its Spring Rally from the Virgin Islands to the US. In addition, it has opened registration for three additional Salty Dawg rallies scheduled for 2019.
February 27, 2019
Buying Boats Used or New Outside of Canada
Pat Sturgeon and Drew Robertson are well known names in this country’s boat business and are viewed as consummate pros.
February 27, 2019
Canadian Yachting April – Welcome to Spring!
After what felt like a long winter, peppered with major weather events across North America including major snowfalls and record low temperatures at times, what could be more welcome than Spring and the April issue of Canadian Yachting magazine!
February 27, 2019
Eight Bells: Donald MacKenzie Green, 86: Canadian Sailing Icon
Donald M. Green, one of Canada’s most successful offshore sailors and a key figure in its America’s Cup campaigns of the 1980s, passed away Feb. 18, 2019 at the age of 86.
February 13, 2019
Fire in the Port Sidney Marina
Sidney Fire Chief Brett Mikkelsen said crews were called to the Port Sidney Marina around 2:45 p.m. on Saturday February 9th, for reports of a boat on fire.
February 13, 2019
Victoria’s Millar Wins 2019 Edge Sailing 2.4m Midwinters
At the end of January, sixteen competitors took to the waters of Port Charlotte for the 2019 Edge Sailing Midwinters, event three in the five-event 2.4 Meter Can Am Championship series.
February 13, 2019
Spartan builds presence in NS
Chris Stanmore-Major is an extremely experienced sailor and sail training instructor. As of 2018 he has sailed approximately 300,000Nm (more than the distance to the moon) in yachts ranging from 45′ – 150′.
February 5, 2019
Catalina Yachts Acquires True North Line Of Downeast Powerboats
One of the most versatile cruisers on the market today, True North Powerboats was recently acquired by Catalina Yachts. True North Powerboats have the timeless, rugged Downeast aesthetic, with a hull design that handles the roughest conditions.
January 23, 2019
Celebrity sighting at Toronto Boat Show
The Toronto International Boat Show kicked off last Friday and the week has been booming. The very first Women’s Day event at the Toronto Boat Show on Sunday was a huge success despite the scary cold temperatures and weekday crowds have been enjoying the huge collection of boats, accessories and special presentations.
January 23, 2019
UK Sailmakers is back in Ontario
UK Sailmakers is re-opening in Ontario under the ownership of long time Canadian sailor Randy St. Jacques. Randy has 50 years of experience both racing and cruising on many boats. He is a very busy racer himself and active in the FPSC Fifty Point Sailing Club and in PHRF-LO with a C&C 30 MkII at Fifty Point.
January 23, 2019
Heading to TIBS? Download the show guide now
The Toronto International Boat Show kicked off last Friday, but you may have plans to go between now and Sunday, when it wraps up.
January 23, 2019
Pride marine group debut two new brands at Toronto boat show
This week at the Toronto International Boat Show, Pride Marine Group has the largest display at the show and is featuring eight brands including Azimut Yachts, Princess Yachts, Nautique, Sea Ray, Chris Craft, Avalon Luxury Pontoons, Chaparral, and Robalo.
January 23, 2019
Sarah Douglas Blog: Qualifying for the Pan Am Games
There are many goals that I have set out in my life, they can be categorized into three: personal, sailing and career. Currently, majority of the goals that I am seeking are in the sailing category as I work towards the 2020 Olympics.
January 8, 2019
In CY: Dinghies and Davits
In your February edition you will find a brand new special feature to get you ready for the 2019 Cruising Season: Dinghies and Davits looks at everything you need to know on the topic.
January 8, 2019
Cars OnBoard: 2019 Subaru Outback
Beginning with this installment, CYOB will take a look at support vehicles – the cars, SUVs, crossovers and even light trucks that boaters need as support vehicles.
January 8, 2019
Victoria Boat Security and Monitoring Company Representing Canada at Vegas Consumer Electronics Show
This week, BRNKL by Barnacle Systems is exhibiting on the global stage at CES 2019 alongside other Canadian companies at the Canadian Pavilion in Las Vegas.
December 20, 2018
BREAKING NEWS – Government counter measures tariff on boats has been REMOVED!
Canadian Yachting has just learned that the Canadian government has removed all retaliatory tariffs on U.S. recreational boats coming into Canada.
December 19, 2018
Boater Holiday gifts
The folks at Gill are all about Christmas and, no surprise, you can order clothing and accessories for everyone on your list online here.
December 19, 2018
ACBS-Toronto Directors and Officers for 2018 – 2019
The new Board is ready to continue to lead the club into the future with focus on our mission statement and history.
December 19, 2018
South Shore Yachts appointed Ontario dealer for Bavaria
Niagara-on-the-Lake, ON December 4, 2018– South Shore Yachts (SSY) a yacht sales and service company has been recently appointed as a dealer for Bavaria sailing yachts for Ontario.
December 19, 2018
GHVA achieves five-anchor rating
The Greater Victoria Harbour Authority (GVHA) has achieved the highest ranking in the Clean Marine BC program, an eco-certification program run by Georgia Strait Alliance.