January 3, 2014
North Pacific Yachts Launches New 49 Pilothouse
North Pacific Yachts of Delta BC will have the first example of its new 49′ Pilothouse on display on the Lake Union docks at the Seattle Boat Show January 24-February 2. The NP49 is a new design that incorporates the principles and features of NPY’s other successful models to provide comfortable and economical cruising. It will be finished with a hand-crafted teak interior, including teak and holly floors, granite countertops, routed cabinet trim and other fine touches. The full-beam salon provides a
January 3, 2014
Catch CY Contributors on Stage at Vancouver and Seattle
Several Canadian Yachting contributors are featured on seminar stages at the 2014 Vancouver and Seattle Boat Shows: William Kelly, co-author of Best Anchorages of the Inside Passage, Mark Bunzel, publisher of the Waggoner Cruising Guide, Amanda Spottiswoode, author of South Islander – Memoirs of a Cruising Dog, recounts “Tales, Triumphs and Tribulations of Cruising the West Coast with Dogs on Board”
January 3, 2014
Mark Your Calendar: Vancouver Boat Show January 22-26
Western Canada’s premiere boat show, the Vancouver International Boat Show, rings in 2014 with a new, earlier set of dates. From Wednesday to Sunday, January 22-26, the 52nd annual event kicks off the boating season with more than 250 exhibitors showcasing a huge selection of boats and gear. Indoors at BC Place and on the docks at Granville Island Maritime Market, show-goers will find hundreds of boats, family-friendly activities, an expanded seminar program and great deals on the latest marine products.
January 3, 2014
What’s New at The 2014 Seattle Boat Show?
There is a lot to look at and take in at the Seattle Boat Show (Indoors +Afloat) and always something new for boating enthusiasts of every persuasion. The 2014 Show will be notable for a number of new boat brands, brands returning who have been absent from the Show for a few years and more than 35 new accessories exhibitors in the East Hall and Concourse. The Seattle Boat Show is the largest show on the West Coast and the third largest in the U.S., and as such it is often the place where manufacturers choose to debut their new models. 2014 is no exception.
January 2, 2014
Modern-Day Mainship Counts on Yanmar Marine Diesels
With the promising 2013 debut of the first Marlow-Mainship 32, the future looks bright for Marlow-Hunter. This affordable yet upscale trawler is the first launch since Marlow acquired the Mainship molds and rights in 2012. It reflects a masterful fusion of Marlow prestige and iconic Mainship tradition. Dependable Yanmar diesels are the sole power choices for Marlow-Mainship models, supplied by marine industry specialist Mastry Engine Center. With Yanmar power found on many previous Mainship builds, this new launch brings the two back together again.
January 2, 2014
If You Are Thinking of Chartering in Europe You May Need an International Certificate of Competency (ICC)
As you may be aware, it is now mandatory to hold a recognised International Certificate of Competency (ICC) if you wish to charter a boat in certain European countries. It is generally required for the inland and coastal waters of Mediterranean countries. In Northern Europe and Scandinavia the ICC is generally not required, but it is strongly advised to check with any European or eastern bloc country that you wish to charter in before you leave.
January 2, 2014
Island Yacht Club – No Initiation Fees
The Island Yacht Club introduces no initiation fees for New Boating and Social Memberships. Nestled in Blockhouse Bay, one of the prettiest coves in the Toronto Islands, the IYC offers a multi-cultural club with a family oriented atmosphere where you can swim in the pool, play tennis, dine casually or elegantly, or take to the waterways by sail, powerboat or kayak. Relax in the clubhouse while enjoying spectacular sunsets framed by mature trees. Their private tender whisks you on a scenic journey, from Queen’s Quay, across the Toronto
January 2, 2014
Sunsail Celebrates 40 Years of Sensational Sailing
Flotilla adventures have always played a key part in what Sunsail offers while 40 years of constantly improving these experiences has allowed us to deliver the best there is. With 23 routes designed around making the most of customers’ time on the water, each itinerary takes you to the most incredible islands in the area. We have quite the plan for 2014 bringing together some of the worlds most coveted athletes in both marine and non-marine sports
December 19, 2013
Sealine to Launch the F380 at the Dusseldorf Boat Show
Sealine will be unveiling their new F380 flybridge motor yacht at the Dusseldorf Boat Show in January. Following on from the success of the award winning F450, this new model offers more space than any other cruiser in this size range currently on the market. With their innovative design features Sealine has maximized the use of space and light throughout whilst also providing complete flexible living areas above and below decks.
December 12, 2013
Going Viking in Poulsbo
Northwest boaters can get in touch with their inner Vikings at a new Winter Rendezvous hosted February 7-9 by hydroplane racing legend Chip Hanauer, aka The Boat Guy, and the good folks in Poulsbo WA. Aimed at encouraging boaters to get out on the water year round, the Norsk-flavoured fun includes beer, wine, whiskey and smoked salmon tastings, brewery tours, a marine swap meet, a downtown poker run, live music, a gala
December 12, 2013
Weather Batters NPY Rendezvous
West Coast owners of North Pacific Yachts enjoyed a successful rendezvous at Roche Harbor Marina September 29-October 2 despite being battered by storm-force winds and torrential rain. The weather reduced attendance somewhat, down from the 28 boats pre-registered, but several sessions were enthusiastically attended, especially one on engines hosted by Pat McCullough of Cummins Northwest.
December 12, 2013
Canadian Chris-Craft Rendezvous 2013
At the height of our fantastic summer, the Canadian Chris-Craft Rendezvous drew 18 vintage boats, including two from our neighbours to the south, to Telegraph Harbour Marina July 19-21. This year’s much-anticipated Saturday afternoon event was a blindfolded dinghy race, with two crewmembers in rowing dinghies, an oarsperson and a navigator. Each boat was equipped with a water super-soaker for navigators and a paper bag (size large) for the oarsman. The course was relayed to navigators with a final twist: a
December 12, 2013
Mobile Pumpout Serves Lower Mainland
Pumping out the holding tank after a weekend cruise is a job many of us would happily leave to someone else. A new mobile marine pump-out service enables Lower Mainland boaters to do just that.Ray Weind, who operates Mr. Pumpout with son Derek, says the company aims to provide customers with a “hands-free” service as new sewage discharge regs mandate the use of holding tanks and forbid dumping of raw sewage within three miles of shorelines.
December 12, 2013
McNeill Fuel Dock Now North Island Marina
Port McNeill Fuel Dock has a new name – North Island Marina – that reflects its growth from a fuel stop into a full-service marina and a major port of call for cruisers in the Broughton Islands and Queen Charlotte Strait or en route to BC’s north coast.“We are now much more than just a fuel dock. We offer 2,100 feet of transient moorage for boats from 28’ to 285’, in-berth refueling and full concierge services for our yacht customers,” says general manager Steve Jackman. “We found many of our customers want more than just moorage. We can help with provisioning, dinner
December 12, 2013
West Bay Sonship Contracts New Custom Sky Lounge 72′ Motor Yacht
West Bay SonShip, established forty-six years ago, has delivered more than 250 luxury motor yachts ranging in size from 45’ to 110’, but never have they been more excited to introduce and build this stunning new custom 72’ sky lounge vessel.The exterior design and styling is an easy and instinctive evolution from the incredibly successful 58’ pilot house, nearly one hundred built and continuing to represent West Bay by maintaining a strong resell value in the brokerage market today.
December 12, 2013
Bluewater Cruising Association Proudly Presents Japan: Cruising Heaven or Hell
January 21, 2014 BCA member Kirk Patterson, half through his attempt to be the first foreigner to circumnavigate the entire Japanese archipelago, will discuss the pleasures and pitfalls of cruising in Japan. He will introduce some of destinations and Japanese cruising customs. Kirk will highlight the depth and breadth of Japanese history and culture, and touch relationship with the sea.
December 12, 2013
Sail Canada 2014 49er Boat Grant Program
With the aim of bringing younger sailors into the Canadian 49er class, Pitch Pole Skiff Products (aka 49er.ca) will be providing charter boats to young sailors interested in sailing the Olympic class 49erFX skiff. The charter boats will be a complete 49erFX with dolly, a carbon mast and ready to race for a period of one year. This is a perfect opportunity for young Laser, C420 or 29er sailors, both male and female, looking to make the jump into the exciting 49er or 49erFX class!
December 10, 2013
Pacific Yacht Conference Comes to Vancouver Next May
With its spectacular cruising grounds visited by relatively few superyachts, compared to say the Caribbean or the Mediterranean, the Pacific Northwest coastline appears to be a well-kept secret, at least in large yacht circles.A new conference taking place aims to put Puget Sound, BC, Alaska and the entire region`s coast firmly on the superyacht map. The Pacific Yacht Conference taking place in Vancouver on 28th & 29th May, 2014 is an international industry conference that will aim to draw participants from across the globe.
December 10, 2013
Happy Holidays and All The Best of the Season from Canadian Yachting
2013 has been an interesting and eventful one in the yachting world. The cleanup of Hurricane Sandy in the southeastern part of our world kept many people who would rather be boating busy right into the summer. New innovations in equipment and electronics made the America’s Cup race a nail-biting finale to follow as America’s Team Oracle finally mastered their electronics to come from behind and triumph over New Zealand’s Team Emirates in a flying and drawn-out finish. Boat shows across Canada and indeed North America saw great
December 10, 2013
The SS Keewatin Welcomes Community For Tree Lighting
Visitors to the SS Keewatin in Port McNicoll were surrounded with Christmas spirit on Thursday evening, as the historic steamship and a large Christmas tree were lit up for the holidays.The event also included family-friendly activities, bonfires and music.
December 10, 2013
Safe Passage for Robert Buller
With the sudden death of Robert Buller in late October, we at Canadian Yachting lost a valued friend and contributor, while many in the marine industry on the West Coast and throughout North America lost a respected colleague. Robert’s wide circle of friends in boating knew him in many roles: a journalist with a strong interest in marine equipment and systems; a dedicated Canadian Power Squadron instructor with a specialty in navigation; owner of the classic 48’ Monk powerboat Nirvana; a keen restorer of wooden small craft; even as the guy who
December 10, 2013
Blake Nicholls’ Presence will be Missed by the Boating Community
The boating industry is very sad to mark the unexpected passing of Blake Nicholls on November 25th. Blake opened Nicholls Marine on Niagara Blvd in Fort Erie in 1956. Beloved husband of the late Miranda “Patricia” (2005). Loving father of Timothy (Judy) Nicholls, Cathy Lewis and Penny (Jeff) Shaw. Cherished grandfather of Nicole and Adam Lewis, Brent, Alison and Christina Nicholls and Olivia Shaw. Sadly missed by his sisters Lynn Edwards and Elaine King and many nieces and nephews.
November 29, 2013
Wrap Up Your Holiday Shopping With The Gift of Canadian Yachting Magazine
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November 26, 2013
Diane Reid Experiences Equipment Problems in the Mini Transat Race Across the Atlantic
Diane Reid is the first Canadian woman to take part in the challenging Mini Transat race from France to the Caribbean across the Atlantic Ocean in a 6.5m (21′) sailboat. Stormy weather delayed the start for weeks. She had already stopped in Portugal to repair boat damage, with strict time limits. A week into the race Diane Reid’s mast broke and she jury-rigged her mast and was sailing to the Canary Islands for more repairs.
November 22, 2013
TV Documentary Showcases Iconic Lighthouses of Nova Scotia
Lighthouses are perhaps the most iconic structure in Atlantic Canada and are featured on countless road signs, logos, and postcards. These amazing structures have illuminated Nova Scotia shorelines for hundreds of years guiding generations of sailors and fisherman safely home. They stand as a modern day reminder of our rich maritime history and for many coastal communities they now also provide opportunities for the future.
November 21, 2013
The Marriage Of The New Moody DS 54
The deck is mounted on the new Moody DS 54 – a process known as the “marriage” among boat builders. The long-awaited moment is finally here and the joining of the hull and the deck is complete: this important step is known as the “marriage” among boat builders! In the weeks leading up to the marriage, the builders were hard at work on the interior construction of the new Moody DS 54. The engine, tanks, electrics and, last but not least, the furniture were installed.
November 11, 2013
Help Grant A Holiday Wish This Season
The 2014 Edition of the Children’s Wish BOATING Calendar is now available! This will be the 4th year of this calendar program which raises funds for The Children’s Wish Foundation of Canada, who work with the community to provide children with high risk, life-threatening illnesses the opportunity to realize their most heartfelt wish.
November 11, 2013
The Yacht Shop Buys Close-out Super Deals
The North Sails Yacht Shop is a Chandlery, Rigging Shop, and North Sails Loft out of Halifax & Lunenburg, Nova Scotia. From hardware inventory to rigging expertise to all your brand name sailing gear, the Yacht Shop has everything you need Onboard! Recently, The Yacht Shop purchased the complete inventory of the Laser Performance Sailing Center in Rhode Island. The product has now all been inventoried and priced to clear. Visit yachtshop.ca and Like the Yacht Shop on Facebook to check out all the amazing prices on gear from GILL,
November 11, 2013
Mini Transat Race Progress – On The Road to Sada
This race is going to go down in history as an epic tale. It has been filled with incredible weather anomalies, rerouting, and resurrections! The delivery of the fleet from Gijon Spain to Sada Spain has lived up to these new expectations of the 2013 Mini Transat! After numerous days of discussion and round table collaberations within the fleet and the race organizers, the Mini Transat fleet finally had a decision as to the state of affairs and how we would get the fleet from Gijon to Sada.
November 8, 2013
BoatCanWest.com Launches and Creates BoatCan Alliance
Boatcan, an internet advertising web service that began in the year 2000, and specializes in matching boat sellers with boat buyers , is expanding into Western Canada with the launch of a new website. Boatcanwest.com has been launched by Boatcan and it will focus on advertising boats for sale, products for sale and services for clients in the western part of Canada and beyond. The launch of the new search engine optimized website, also formally puts an “alliance” in place between Boatcan, Boatcan West, Canadian Yachting and Canadian Yachting West.
November 8, 2013
Halifax International Boat Show 2014
The Halifax International Boat Show returns February 20-23, 2014 at Exhibition Park in Halifax. This event encompasses the largest and most sought after brands of boats and boating equipment in Eastern Canada and it’s all under one roof. The Halifax International Boat Show is the largest boat show in Eastern Canada. Exhibited boats range in size from 6′ to over 30′ and include runabouts, cruisers, motor yachts, sail boats, sailing dinghies, pontoon boats, bass
November 8, 2013
Many New Models Debut at the 2013 Ft Lauderdale Int’l Boat Show
In his speech at the Industry Breakfast event that traditionally opens the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show, manager Efram (Skip) Zimbalist III announced that the show’s footprint had expanded to be by far the biggest in the show’s history. In terms of revenue will also be the biggest show in the history of the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show which has a staggering 3,000,000 ft.² of exhibit space across three different locations. The indoor area at the
November 8, 2013
Parks Canada Partnership Aims to Preserve Future of the Rideau Canal
Parks Canada has announced that it will be collaborating with environmental, municipal, recreational and business development organizations to better ensure the financial sustainability of the Rideau Canal. Gord Brown, Member of Parliament for Leeds—Grenville, on behalf of the Leona Aglukkaq, Canada’s Environment Minister and Minister responsible for Parks Canada, has launched a collaborative project to foster recreation, tourism and economic development throughout the Rideau Canal corridor.
November 8, 2013
Sequitar: To Cape Horn in Comfort and Style – Bluewater Cruising
Bluewater Cruising Association Club Night Announcement: Sequitar: To Cape Horn in Comfort and Style – Michael Walsh describes his voyage from Vancouver to Patagonia, Tierra del Fuego and around Cape Horn on their yacht, Sequitar. As their passage progressed, the quality and style of their onboard dining, both at sea and at anchor, became legend.
November 8, 2013
The First Monumental Pole Raised in Gwaii Haanas in 130 Years
More than 400 people participated today in the raising of the Gwaii Haanas Legacy Pole, a 42-foot monumental pole that celebrates 20 years of cooperative management since the signing of the Gwaii Haanas Agreement by the Haida Nation and the Government of Canada. The Honourable Leona Aglukkaq, Canada’s Environment Minister and Minister responsible for Parks Canada, and Mr. Peter Lantin, President of the Haida Nation, are pleased to announce that the Gwaii Haanas Legacy is now standing in Hlk’yah GawGa (Windy Bay).
November 8, 2013
2014 Vancouver International Boat Show Kicks Off
Western Canada’s premiere boat show, the Vancouver International Boat Show kicks off Jan 22nd with an impressive roster of events. Download the Show Guide for free, find out how to Win the Grand Prize Boat, view the schedule of seminars and presentations and discover the activities that will keep the whole family entertained…
November 8, 2013
TIBS 2014 Gala Tickets to Special Preview Night Now Available
Friday, January 10, 4-9pm the Toronto International Boat Show hosts its Special Preview Night, offering the opportunity for you to preview the entire Boat Show without the crowds, all while supporting children’s charities!The 56th Annual Toronto International Boat Show, Canada’s largest, most popular marine marketplace, drops anchor January 11-19, 2014, at the Direct Energy Centre, Exhibition Place. A mid-winter rendezvous tradition for the boating community, it’s your best opportunity to discover the boat of your dreams, and there’s no better time
November 6, 2013
Swans Yacht Sales Open House; November 16th
This year’s US Boat Show at Annapolis once again featured the Catalina Yachts and Swans Yacht Sales ‘Canadian Breakfast’. For those Canadians attending the Show on Saturday, and willing to rise early, Catalina and Swans coordinated early entry to the show and a free breakfast at the Catalina display. The Catalina’s were open for viewing, while the visitors were enjoying breakfast. The continuous rains of the Show let up just long enough for the
November 6, 2013
Canadian Boatbuilder Takes Green Prize for a Third Time
Campion Marine has announced for a third time that it has won the Green Business Award through the Kelowna Chamber of Commerce. The award recognizes environmentally innovative and sustainable practices.“Winning the Green Award for a third time is really an honour. Our whole team has been working very hard to become greener and we all appreciate being recognized for this,” comments Brock Elliott, president of Campion Marine.