November 10, 2014
MeyGen Project Tidal Array Development Wins Prestigious International Award in Halifax
The 398MW MeyGen project has been awarded the first ever ‘Navigator Award’ at the International Conference on Ocean Energy (ICOE), in recognition of the project’s significant contribution to global marine renewable industry.
November 10, 2014
Sea Ray® Is Honoured With Four More Awards For Excellence In Customer Satisfaction
Sea Ray has been recognized for excellence in customer satisfaction for the tenth year in a row, earning four 2014 Customer Satisfaction Index (CSI) Awards from the National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA) and bringing the company’s total to an unprecedented 59 CSI Awards over the years of the honour.
November 10, 2014
West Marine Announces Canadian Store Closures – Probable Future Web Focus
During their recent message to West Marine shareholders in the West Marine 3rd quarter conference call, Matt Hyde, CEO announced that West Marine will close all of their Canadian stores in 2015.
November 10, 2014
The Moorings Debuts Crewed Charters on the 4800 Sail Catamaran in Nice
The Moorings has introduced crewed yacht charters on the 4800 Sail Catamaran in Nice, France. Complete with an onboard captain and gourmet chef, a crewed charter provides travellers with an all-inclusive and highly personalized vacation at sea. From expertly crafted cuisine and cocktails to gorgeous vistas accessed with ease, a journey aboard a crewed yacht charter is an exceptional way to explore Nice and the French Riviera.
November 10, 2014
Your Voice Can Affect Change: Trent Severn And Rideau Input Needed
Canadian Yachting magazine has closely followed the changes in policy/services/fees along the Trent Severn waterway and Rideau canal waterways that have been legislated over the recent past. It is possible to guess at the ramifications of changes to hours of operation, maintenance crews and other staff and locking fees on both marine-related businesses and boaters alike. However in order for meaningful change to be affected, the government needs to know exactly what your experience has been. As a boater on these waterways what have the changes meant to your experience? Have you changed your boating habits as the regulations of the waterways have gone back and forth? What are you hearing from other boaters, cottagers, businesses along the waterways?
November 10, 2014
CPS-ECP Announces Members Of Board Of Directors And Executive Committee For 2014-2015
Last week the CPS-ECP held their annual AGM in Quebec City, QC. The event was held at the gorgeous Chateau Laurier and was well attended. Participants enjoyed a fun and productive few days in the heart of Old Quebec. The Canadian Power and Sail Squadrons have now announced their list of members of the Board of Directors as well
November 10, 2014
Harbour West Marina Looking to Attract Larger Boats
New 80-ton Con-O-Lift from Kropf Industrial of Parry Sound Ontario boosts Marina’s ability to serve recreational market. Harbour West Marina, operated by the Hamilton Port Authority (HPA), has acquired a new lift for recreational boats, capable of handling vessels up to 80 tons.
November 10, 2014
Seattle Boat Show Offers Special Travel Packages
West Coast’s largest boat show just one of many reasons to visit Seattle in January. The Seattle Boat Show (Indoors +Afloat) is so popular it attracts visitors from 41 US states, six Canadian provinces and as far away as Dubai.
October 29, 2014
What’s Your Pleasure for Winter Getaways?
The ‘experts’ are predicting that the winter of 2015 is going to be as intense in Canada as last year’s, complete with an early start and a late finish and lots of snow. Record numbers of Canadians set out on both pre-planned and last minute sun vacations in 2014 to try to beat the winter blues. At Canadian Yachting we are interested to know how you plan to not let winter get you down this year. It’s always nice to read and dream about cruising and getting away during the winter months but when we are hit with a long, hard season it’s even better to plan a trip. So what’s your pleasure?
October 22, 2014
The Trent-Severn Waterway closed for another year on October 13, 2014
Parks Canada encourages the public to use caution in and around canal structures and channels. From mid-October to the end of May, the canal’s lock stations are closed and their use is at one’s own risk. Unmarked hazards may exist. Wet leaves, ice, and snow may remain on stairs and walkways and ice conditions on the waterway can vary. Over the non-navigation season, aids to navigation may be missing, off-station or inoperable until next spring.
October 21, 2014
What to Watch for in the December Issue of Canadian Yachting Magazine
It’s our special annual Marine Electronics issue with the theme – “Are You In A Fog About Electronics? ” Starting with two interesting ‘reads’ about being lost in fog, the December Canadian Yachting magazine brings our readers a definitive Guide To The Latest Marine Electronics chosen for their capabilities to get you home safely in dense fog.
October 21, 2014
Got a Boating Question? It’s Your Turn to Ask the Experts
CY is working with long time sailing instructor, author and founder of InformedBoater.com, Rob MacLeod. Rob is constantly amazed at what he doesn’t know about boating and sailing. Fortunately, coming up to his 40th anniversary in the boating industry, Rob has a long list of ‘experts’ that he can call on to get the information he needs.
October 21, 2014
On Board Reference Doubles As Log Book
What’s the VHF channel to hail the fuel dock? When’s the last time the oil was changed? Will a friend know where to find the shackle key? Boaters will find a wealth of such information in Bernard Engraving’s Boating Manager series.
October 21, 2014
Friendly US rivalry on the Island
St. Barth Cata Cup should be one of the most exciting in the history of the event. Top international sailors like Leff Dahl, Franck Cammas, Emmanuel Boulogne, Patrick Demesmaeker and Patrice Ivaldihave all signed-up for this year’s edition of the race. For sailors Michael Easton and Matthew Whitehead, it will be an opportunity to put all past rivalry aside since they will be teaming up for the regatta.
October 21, 2014
Kingston Marine Museum Hopes To Stay Afloat
Long before Kingston Penitentiary was closed down by the federal government, its fate left swinging in the winds off Lake Ontario, there was the sad tale of the Marine Museum of the Great Lakes.
October 21, 2014
Alistair Murray Recognized with First Annual United States Sailboat Show Sailing Industry Distinguished Service Award
Celebrating a successful opening day of the 45th United States Sailboat Show, the Annapolis Boat Shows hosted a launch party to welcome a star-studded cast from the sailing industry to Annapolis.
October 21, 2014
Mercury Marine and Florida Sport Fishing TV Educate Boaters on Invasive Species
Mercury Marine, the world leader in commercial and recreational marine propulsion and technology, has partnered with Captain Mike Genoun of Florida Sport Fishing TV to educate boaters and divers on invasive species and the irreparable damage they can cause to the ecosystem.
October 9, 2014
Beneteau Presents Top Gun Award to Blanche Morgan at Annapolis
At the Beneteau dealer meetings held at the US Sail show in Annapolis, Blanche Morgan of Anchor Yacht Sales of Port Credit Ontario was presented with both The Top Gun Award for highest sales volume for Beneteau Yachts in North America but also the top sales person for the sales of boats under 40 feet. Blanche received both trophies and the honourary Pain Killer from Group Beneteau.
October 8, 2014
Ten Thousand Bucks Available For The Best Safe And Clean Boating Outreach Projects
Clean BoatApply for a BoatUS Foundation Grassroots Grant – Available to both Canadian and US entrants. Like the name implies, the goal of the boater-funded BoatUS Foundation for Boating Safety and Clean Water is to educate boaters about safe and clean boating. The Foundation is looking to fund Grassroots Grant projects that utilize new, innovative approaches that encourage safe and clean boating among the boating public.
October 8, 2014
Rum & Rhythm Benefit – Ultimate Caribbean Epicurean Experience
What makes this year’s event so exciting is that we’re hosting it at the Ripley’s Aquarium – that in itself is worth the price of admission! (Single ticket $125; 2 – 9 tickets are $110 each; Groups of 10+ are $105 each. Included are all taxes, service fees on EventBrite.ca, entrance to the Ripley’s Aquarium for a private viewing and ALL your food, music, beverages, spirits and entertainment for the evening. Now where else can you find that on a Thursday night in downtown Toronto!
September 26, 2014
Andy Adams Reviews Yamaha’s Latest WaveRunners
Canadian Yachting magazine Editor Andy Adams has been hard at work reviewing Yamaha’s latest WaveRunners. The new VX Deluxe and VX Cruiser models feature greatly improved hull design for better ride and handling as well as Yamaha’s new RiDE dual throttle controls – a world’s first.
September 26, 2014
Register For Asian Carp Canada Webinar Series
Join the Invasive Species Centre for our first webinar in the Asian Carp Canada series. This informative Webinar, held on Thursday, October 9th at 10:00 am, titled “Asian Carp 101”, describes the four species of invasive Asian carps that have invaded the United States waterway systems and now threaten the Great Lakes.
September 25, 2014
Seventh Edition of St. Barth Cata Cup
In fewer than two months, Saint Barthélémy will host the seventh edition of the St. Barth Cata Cup, which will take place from November 19 to 23 in St. Jean bay. A keen fan of regatta, John Casey will be participating for the 6th time and hopes to use the opportunity to perfect his skills for the Olympics.
September 24, 2014
Machum Wins Laser Atlantic Coast Championships
Henry Machum from the Royal Nova Scotia Yacht Squadron captured the Laser Atlantic Coast Championships in late August at the regatta held in Maine.
September 24, 2014
Maritime Museum Signs Option for Steamship Terminal
After 49 years at Bastion Square, the Maritime Museum edges closer to Victoria's Inner Harbour waterfront! A six month option-to-lease has been signed for the causeway level of the Steamship Terminal, with Greater Victoria Harbour Authority (GVHA). The parties are keen to settle arrangements that would see the Maritime Museum celebrate a grand re-opening in 2015.
September 23, 2014
Whaleguide App : A New Dimension For Whale And Dolphin Guides
Are you interested in whales and dolphins? Do you want to know which species you may be able to see at your next holiday destination or which whale or dolphin you have observed?
September 23, 2014
And The Pink Boat Tour Rides Until October 5th
The PINK Boat Tour, was created by Andre Lamothe in March 2013 as a way of marketing Naden Boats while supporting the Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation. Because each Naden Boat is individually painted with an electrostatic process, Andre was able to paint one single 14’ Naden Fisherman – hot PINK. He packaged it together with a 15hp Tohatsu outboard and Yacht Club trailer and along with the Ontario Naden Boat Dealers took it on the road.
September 23, 2014
Express Joystick System Ensures Precise, Smooth Docking
Confidently maneuvering a boat in challenging docking situations is simple with the Twin Disc Express Joystick System® (EJS™). Bringing intuitive, fingertip boat control to a new level, the EJS smoothly and simultaneously actuates and controls engines, transmissions and thrusters so users can effortlessly move the boat in any direction and even pivot it on its own axis. The Twin Disc EJS system fits diesel-powered, conventional driveline boats.
September 23, 2014
Newport International Boat Show Announces Edson Awards For Excellence In Portraying Company Image
Companies Honoured for Best Displays at Newport Boat Show
September 23, 2014
Bill Milne: Taking The Road Less Toxic
A three-year global trek, which included more or less driving from Nepal to Scotland, changed Bill Milne and the direction he took his father’s chemical products company.
September 23, 2014
Lightweight Sports Canoe Relies On Flax Fiber Reinforcement
Composites Evolution’s Biotex Flax materials have been successfully apply to Lake Constance’s Felcity freestyle canoe.
September 23, 2014
German Kayakers Reach Bering Sea From Hay River, N.W.T.
Four months after shoving off in their kayaks from Hay River, N.W.T., high school buddies Jan Kruger and Janosch Hagen have reached the Bering Sea in Alaska.
September 11, 2014
THE CHESTER International One Design NORTH AMERICANS
The first North Americans IOD competition to be hosted by the Chester IOD fleet took place on August 29th – August 31st in Mahone Bay and the harbour of Chester, Nova Scotia. Eight teams came from the IOD fleets across the United States and Bermuda with representatives from North East Harbour, Marblehead, Nantucket, Fishers Island, San Francisco, Bermuda and the host fleet of Chester.
September 10, 2014
Victoria Classic Boat Festival
The Pacific Northwest on both sides of the border is blessed with an enormous number of traditional boats of all descriptions. The wonderful craft – both yachts and workboats – are cared for by their owners and a supportive community of boatyards, trades people, and admirers.
September 10, 2014
Gunkholing in BC Offers Unlimited Explorative Opportunities
Gunkholing in BC Offers Unlimited Explorative Opportunities
September 10, 2014
A Larger, And Smaller, Clear Start™ Sailing Watch Range
Understanding that no two sailors are alike, Ronstan has just expanded its Clear Start sailing watch range with two new styles and five new models designed specifically for sailors. They include a new smaller size watch that is perfect for women and youth sailors, as well as two attractive new stainless steel models for sophisticated yet functional everyday use.
September 10, 2014
C&C Yachts Unveils First Video of C&C 30 One Design
…Allowing fans to experience this racing yacht for themselves
September 10, 2014
Never Swim in a Marina – Lake Fatalities Highlight Need for Electrical Safety
Thankfully, we have not heard any reports of fatalities in Canada, but a recent accident involving a dockside electrocution at Lake Cumberland in Kentucky, along with swimming fatalities over the Fourth of July holiday last year, underscore the dangers when water and electricity mix. The common element in these unfortunate accidents was electrical current entering the water from boats or docks.
September 10, 2014
What Can You Do to Prevent Electrocution and ESD?
It was a Sunday afternoon just over a week ago when 13-year-old Sarah Grace Tellifero was enjoying the last days of summer with three friends, swimming near a boathouse on a local lake. Sadly, when Sarah went to grab a boarding ladder on a pontoon boat to climb out of the water, she was electrocuted. A 17-year old was also shocked but survived. Tensas Parish Sheriff Ricky Jones told reporters that the accident looked as if it had been caused by a boat lift that had shorted out and electrified the pontoon boat’s ladder. Other swimmers in the same area had previously reported feeling a tingling sensation when jumping into the water.