June 1, 2016
Government Announces New Funding for Safe Boating Practices
The Honourable Marc Garneau, Minister of Transport, has announced new funding under Transport Canada’s Boating Safety Contribution Program for initiatives that promote safe boating practices and behaviours in Canada.
June 1, 2016
CY Reader Showing Off New CPS-ECP Burgee
Janet Tremble proudly displays her new CPS-ECP burgee at Henry’s in San Souci, Georgian Bay. Enter the CPS-ECP Flag Contest here…
May 26, 2016
Reminder to Submit Nominations for the CPS-ECP National Volunteer Awards
Worthy CPS-ECP volunteers have worked over the last year to advance the mandate and mission of CPS-ECP and contributed to making sure that more and more boaters on our waterways have the knowledge they need to ensure this year’s boating season is a safer one…
May 25, 2016
View the Oldest Known Birch Bark Canoe
Go behind the scenes at the Canadian Canoe Museum to hear the fascinating history of one of the world’s oldest birch bark canoes…
May 25, 2016
Saltspring Island Sailing Club Certified as Clean Marine BC Eco-Rated Marina
Saltspring Island Sailing Club has been certified by the Georgia Strait Alliance as the southern Gulf Islands’ first Clean Marine BC Eco-Rated boating facility…
May 25, 2016
Baddeck Marine
Baddeck Marine has been cateringto the needs of Bras d’Or lakes boaters ever since the company was established by Charlie Weaver in 1973…
May 25, 2016
Michele Stevens Sailloft Ltd.
At Michele Stevens Sailloft on 2nd Peninsula near Lunenburg their slogan is “Sails for Small Ships and Tall Ships” and they are definitely walking the walk…
May 25, 2016
Pictou Harbour
Visiting yachts can enjoy the historic town of Pictou with excellent dockage right in the heart of the town’s award winning waterfront. Located on Nova Scotia’s north shore it was here the landing of the Highland Scots whosedescendants make up such a large part of the local population…
May 25, 2016
A.F. Theriault & Sons Where Tradition and Innovation Meet
A.F. Theriault & Son Ltd. is one of the largest, privately owned boatyards in Canada’s Atlantic region. This family owned and operated business was founded in 1938 by Augustin Theriault in an era when wooden boats still ruled the seas…
May 25, 2016
Free Lockage for 2017 on Waterways
Celebrate Canada’s 150th birthday with free admission to Parks Canada places in 2017…
May 25, 2016
Fleming Rendezvous
Anne and Bill Knorr, the current owners of Majestic Dancer were taking part in the 30th anniversary of Fleming Yachts at the Fleming Rendezvous which was held at the Port Sidney Marina on Vancouver Island…
May 25, 2016
Marlow Marine Cruising Club Hosts Its Annual Spring Rendezvous
The Marlow Marine Cruising Club 20th Annual Spring Rendezvous was held on May 5th thru May 8th at the Faro Blanco Resort and Yacht Club in Marathon, Florida…
May 25, 2016
A New Page in the Story of Fountaine Pajot
The story of Fountaine Pajot began in 1976 and continues today. Inspired by two visionary men: Jean-François Fountaine and Yves Pajot, internationally famous ocean racers, the Fountaine Pajot brand was a forerunner in the design of polyester cruising catamarans and it quickly became an international reference…
May 25, 2016
Eric Jespersen’s Mischief Wins Round Saltspring
Each year at this time the Saltspring Island Sailing Club membership puts on a memorable regatta…
May 25, 2016
Safe Quiet Lakes & OPP Launch Awareness Campaign on Muskoka Lakes
Annual Safe Quiet Lakes campaign got underway on Victoria Day weekend…
May 25, 2016
Route Halifax Saint-Pierre 2016: A Battle Between Big and Little
When Route Halifax Saint-Pierre 2016 fleet hits the start line in Halifax harbour on Sunday, July 10th, the battle for first place promises to be more exciting than ever…
May 25, 2016
Boating BC is Now Accepting Applications for the Glenn Spartz Scholarship
Boating BC is now accepting applications for our inaugural Glenn Spartz Scholarships…
May 25, 2016
2016 Penobscot PHRF
This year’s regatta, Penobscot PHRF, is slightly different from past years. They’ll be racing from Rockport to Belfast and back in a PHRF format (instead of pursuit). …
May 25, 2016
Aquanaute’s “Rendez-Vous Nautique” Event Wins Silver Award in Best Nautical Event of the Year Category
During its 20th anniversary evening Gala, the Quebec Maritime Association (QMA) presented the Silver Award to Aquanaute Training Centre (ATC) for its “Rendez-vous Nautique”, in the Best Nautical Event of the Year category…
May 25, 2016
‘Buy a Boat and Win’ Recipient Enjoys New Legend Boat AND a Big Cheque
Cynthia Hare of the Toronto International Boat Show presents the $10,000 to the Buy a Boat & Win promotion from the 2016 boat show…
May 25, 2016
Vanquish Boats is Taking on Canada with the Help of Executive Yacht of Toronto
“Executive Yacht is a really exciting partner for us as it introduces the Canadian customer to the Vanquish brand,” says Morgan Huntley, Vanquish President…
May 25, 2016
2016 Classic Weekend at Bell Harbor Marina June 18 – 19, 2016
Treat dad, grandpa and the whole family to classic yachts over Father’s Day weekend…
May 25, 2016
Diane Reid Takes Over as President of National One Design Academy
National One Design Sailing Academy announced today that Clipper Round the World Ocean Race Skipper, Diane Reid has been selected to take over as it’s President to lead the Company during the next phase in it’s evolution…
May 25, 2016
9th Edition of the St Barth Cata Cup
The St Barth Cata Cup continues to enjoy widespread popularity among F18 amateurs at the dawn of it’s 9th edition…
May 25, 2016
Alicante Agrees to Deal to keep Volvo Ocean Race for Two More Editions
Alicante’s regional government, Generalitat Valenciana, has announced it had agreed a commitment to keep the Volvo Ocean Race in Alicante for two more editions…
May 25, 2016
Vancouver Festival of Ocean Films
Join us on June 5th, 2016 at the Vancity Theatre from 4pm-11pm for another great day of ocean films…
May 25, 2016
Canadian Radial Sailor Brenda Bowskill Secures Olympic spot
Sail Canada is pleased to announce that Brenda Bowskill (RCYC) has been selected to represent Canada in Rio in the single-handed Radial class…
May 25, 2016
Canadian Finn Sailor Tom Ramshaw Secures Olympic Spot
Sail Canada is pleased to announce that Tom Ramshaw (SLYC) has qualified for Rio 2016 in the one-person dinghy (heavyweight) Finn class following an 8th place finish at the Finn Gold Cup in Gaeta, Italy…
May 25, 2016
How to Call for Help in a Boating Emergency
Your boat is in danger, a passenger has fallen overboard, or you’re stranded on open water. How do you get help? Minutes matter. Make sure you know what do before you face a boating emergency. It could make the difference between life and death…
May 25, 2016
Fly the CPS-ECP Flag Contest is Back!
We had so much last year that we decided to bring the contest back for the 2016 boating season…
May 11, 2016
1 Lucky Reader Won the Survey Draw
A big thank you to everyone who participated in our recent CY Onboard Reader Survey. And the winner is…
May 11, 2016
CPS-ECP Responds to a Crisis
CPS-ECP Members are part of a charitable family committed to making a difference in our community by helping others. Our friends and neighbours in Alberta need our help…
May 11, 2016
Safe Boating Awareness Week 2016 Wrapping Up
North American Safe Boating Awareness Week 2016 is winding up this weekend but keep the message in mind all season long…
May 11, 2016
Victoria Inner Harbour Boat Show a Success Under Sunny Skies
The Victoria Inner Harbour Boat Show hosted by the British Columbia Yacht Brokers Association was a great success again this year…
May 11, 2016
Sneak Peek into June 2016 Issue of Canadian Yachting
The June 2016 issue of Canadian Yachting magazine is chock full of enough reading material to keep you informed until our Fall issue arrives…
May 11, 2016
Wear Your Lifejacket to Work Day – May 20
The event will be held on Saturday, May 21, 2016. The actual times will vary from event site to event site so be sure and check out the exact time in advance…
May 10, 2016
CY Featured Video – 1-10-1 in Cold Water
1-10-1 will save your life in cold water. Watch the video…
May 10, 2016
May 2016 Rendezvous: Sea Shanties, Poets Cove, Pender Island
Mark your calendar for May 21 – 23: the May Rendezvous, Poets Cove, Pender Island! Arrive Friday evening or anytime Saturday before the 4:00 Happy Hour. The official Rendezvous agenda starts at 4:00 on Saturday…
May 10, 2016
Beneteau Expands Dealer Network in Midwest
Laurent Fabre, President of Beneteau America, unveils the expansion plan of Beneteau Sailboat distribution in the Midwest…