February 7, 2023
Contract Awarded For Repairs to Kirkfield Lift Lock
On September 2 last year, Lock 36, the Kirkfield Lift Lock suffered a mechanical failure, resulting in the site’s closure for the remainder of the 2022 navigation season.
February 7, 2023
Fountaine Pajot and Dream Yacht Worldwide Launch Electric Line this April
Charter company, Dream Yacht Worldwide and luxury catamaran builder, Fountaine Pajot, are partnering to launch a new collection of electric cruising cats.
January 26, 2023
Eight Bells: David Howard
David Howard passed way this week. He was the past commodore of the Royal Canadian Yacht Club and a man so accomplished at so many things. I remember Mr. Howard as a mentor and a great helmsman.
January 25, 2023
Securing the Present, Shaping the Future: Nominations Open for Board Directorship
CPS-ECP gets its legal right to exist from Canada’s Not-For-Profit Act.
January 24, 2023
ASSURER LE PRÉSENT, FAÇONNER L’AVENIR : OUVERTURE DES CANDIDATURES AU POSTE DE MEMBRE DU CONSEIL D’ADMINISTRATION
Les CPS-ECP tirent leur droit légal d’exister de la Loi canadienne sur les organismes à but non lucratif.
January 24, 2023
Avantage de membre avec Carefree Boating Club
Le concept Carefree est simple : il vous offre la possibilité de profiter pleinement des joies de la navigation de plaisance sans les coûts élevés et les engagements liés à la propriété.
January 24, 2023
Un programme 2023 bien rempli pour Canada Ocean Racing
Le départ de la neuvième édition de la RORC Transatlantic Race a été donné le 8 janvier.
January 24, 2023
Le Sea-Doo Switch, Bateau de l’année de Boating Magazine
« Le ponton Sea-Doo Switch, un produit de BRP, a été nommé Bateau de l’année par Boating Magazine », annonçait fièrement BRP le 10 janvier dernier.
January 24, 2023
Processus de remplacement et d’achat de voiles (Partie 1 de 2)
Pour de nombreux navigateurs au nord de la ceinture de neige, la sortie de l’eau signifie préparer le bateau pour l’hiver, ce qui implique inévitablement de retirer les voiles.
January 24, 2023
Georges Leblanc publie Rêver d’océan, son 6e livre
Le skipper québécois Georges Leblanc a bien pris son temps pour rédiger son sixième livre intitulé Rêver d’océan.
January 24, 2023
Tiwal, un petit voilier gonflable qui récolte les prix aux États-Unis
Petite entreprise française établie en Bretagne, Tiwal recevait en 2020 les prix «Best Boat» et «Boat of the Year» décernés par les magazines américains Sailing World et Sail respectivement.
January 24, 2023
Bénéteau Swift Trawler 41, Fly et Sedan
Habitable, confortable et fonctionnel, ce modèle novateur de 40 pieds – disponible en version Fly et Sedan – accueille jusqu’à 7 passagers.
January 24, 2023
2023 looks innovative
As the new calendar flips and the Year of the Rabbit arrives, it already appears that this will be a landmark year for boat technology. Yes, electric boats have been around for 100 years, but this year, they are stealing all the headlines already.
January 24, 2023
Vancouver Boat Show Kicks Off on Wednesday
The Vancouver International Boat Show will be celebrating its 60th edition when it returns next week – providing attendees with a first look at the 2023 boating season’s premiere boat models and accessories along with presentations and workshops led by boating experts.
January 24, 2023
Plugboats: Brunswick launches Veer – new boat brand for electric propulsion
Earlier this month at the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas, Brunswick Corporation launched Veer, an all-new boat brand designed to support electric propulsion and appeal to the next generation of boaters.
January 24, 2023
Le Boat Launching New Satellite Base in Ottawa 2023
Le Boat announces plans to expand further into Ottawa for its 2023 season beginning May 19, 2023. The luxury houseboat rental company has long included Ottawa in its boating itineraries since its launch on the UNESCO World Heritage Rideau Canal in 2018. It is now adding Ottawa’s Dows Lake Pavilion as a new satellite base.
January 24, 2023
Eight Bells: Howard John Hughes “H” July 11, 1933 – January 6, 2023
Boatbuilder, Aviator, Engineer, Entrepreneur, Husband, Father & Friend to many, Howard’s journey ended peacefully on Friday January 6th 2023.
January 24, 2023
American Airlines to fly directly to BVI starting June 2023
BVI is the favorite cruising destination for many Canadian boaters but it’s always been a bit of a challenge to get there because of the limited facilities at the country’s main airport on Beef Island.
January 24, 2023
Nancy Erley – One World, Twice Around visits Victoria
The Maritime Museum of BC in Victoria has a Nautical Nights speaker night coming up featuring Captain Nancy Erley; it will be a hybrid in-person and Zoom-livestreamed talk about her two circumnavigations aboard Orca 38’ sailboat Tethys.
January 24, 2023
CY Editor, Andy Adams, Receives ABYC Award
On January 9th in New Orleans during ABYC’s Standards Week, the American Boat & Yacht Council (ABYC) welcomed new board members and celebrated award recipients at its annual meeting of Jan. 9, 2023, in New Orleans, LA.
January 11, 2023
Séminaire gratuit sur les croisières dans le chenal nord (North Channel)
Assistez à une représentation appropriée de notre magnifique chenal nord du lac Huron, ainsi que quelques réflexions sur la façon de s’y rendre et de naviguer en toute sécurité.
January 11, 2023
Message de l’officier à la formation national
Cette année, les salons nautiques vous réservent une belle surprise.
January 11, 2023
Les ventes de bateaux aux États-Unis passent sous les niveaux pré-pandémie
En octobre dernier, la National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA) a publié ses dernières statistiques de vente.
January 11, 2023
Brunswick Corporation nommée l’une des entreprises américaines les plus responsables par le magazine Newsweek
Brunswick Corporation, le plus grand fabricant de bateaux de plaisance au monde, a été nommée l’une des entreprises américaines les plus responsables par le magazine Newsweek, et cela pour la troisième année consécutive.
January 11, 2023
Cap sur la décarbonation chez Fountaine-Pajot
Le chantier français Fountaine-Pajot entend se classer parmi les leaders de la décarbonation dans le secteur de la navigation de plaisance.
January 11, 2023
Pleins feux sur les bateaux électriques de 2023
C’est la période de l’année où tous les pronostiqueurs sortent leurs boules de cristal et essaient de prédire ce qui se passera dans les 12 prochains mois.
January 11, 2023
Nouveaux guides PORTS Cruising Guide pour le lac Ontario et les Mille-Îles
La nouvelle édition de PORTS Cruising Guides: Lake Ontario and The 1000 Islands est maintenant disponible (en anglais).
January 11, 2023
Sea Ray perpétue l’héritage d’une série iconique avec le Sundancer 370
Le chantier Sea Ray poursuit le fier héritage de sa gamme emblématique Sundancer avec ce nouveau Sundancer 370.
January 10, 2023
Free Cruising The North Channel Seminar
Hosted by Goderich Power and Sail Squadron. Monday, January 23rd, 2023 at 19:00 via Zoom. Presented by David Bannister
January 10, 2023
Message from the National Education Officer
This year at the Boat Shows you will find a nice surprise. In addition to being able to demo some of our Online Courses you will be able to sign up for the Self Study VHF Radio courses for $100. This course normally is $125. To get the special price you will need to purchase it at a Boat Show Booth.
January 10, 2023
Editor’s note: Old boat, new boat (red boat, blue boat)
With apologies to Dr Seuss. Against the backdrop of boat shows right ahead on the horizon and the promise that comes with them of new and exciting boats, I received a a call from a reporter at CHCH in Hamilton who wanted to talk to me about an old boat.
January 10, 2023
Canada Ocean Racing kicks off 2023
As of Tuesday, Canada Ocean was in third place, racing Two-Handed on IMOCA 60 Canada Ocean Racing (CAN) in the IRC Super Zero Division.
January 10, 2023
Report: CES 2023: Volvo Penta Unveils Future Concept of Boating for Everyone
Everyone has gone digital including Volvo Penta. Under the headline ‘Boating for everyone’, Volvo Penta used this year’s Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas to imagine a brave new world for exploring and experiencing life on the water built around accessibility for all.
January 10, 2023
New boats: Regal LS9
Engineered for an amazing day boating experience, the LS9 is perfect for creating lasting memories with friends and family. With its premium craftsmanship and thoughtful design, it offers limitless comfort and industry-leading standard and upgradable tech, making it easier than ever to reach more destinations.
January 10, 2023
Miami International Boat Show Returns
The 2023 Discover Boating Miami International Boat Show returns, kicking off South Florida’s preeminent winter boat show season. This year’s marquee event – taking place Wednesday, February 15th through Sunday, February 19th – will be anchored at the Miami Beach Convention Center, Pride Park, One Herald Plaza, Venetian Marina…
January 10, 2023
Sponsored Content: Tips To Finding Your Dream Boat
Buying a boat is one of the most exciting purchases you will ever make. With so many styles, brands, features and colours to choose from, you may be overwhelmed with the process. Questions like; where do I start and what is the best option for my family often has buyers stumped.
December 20, 2022
Office Closure
The National Office of Canadian Power and Sail Squadrons will be closed for the holidays between Christmas and New Year’s.
December 20, 2022
Be Ready for Boating Season, Take a Course
The winter months are an excellent time to challenge yourself with an upgrade in your boating education. Many of our courses now are available with multiple options to take them.
December 20, 2022
A Truly Happy Holiday
About a year ago, we were saying “happy holiday” but there was a note of hesitancy in the jovial wishes. We were coming off a second year of limited boating activity with a lot of question marks hanging over the early days of ’22.