September 7, 2021
Celebration pays tribute to Canadian performance sailors
Last Friday, the first ever Canada’s Celebration of Sailing honoured the season for Sailing in Canada with our nation’s high-performance sailors of past, present, and future.
September 7, 2021
National Conference Registration Now Open!
You can be at any of the sessions within one minute at the click of your computer or tablet in the comfort of your own home! With this ease, you can attend the sessions of your choice and especially the Annual General Meeting of CPS-ECP. No meetings or sessions will start prior to 1200 EST.
September 7, 2021
Instagram Photo of the Month
CPS-ECP has been posting wonderful photos on Instagram during the last few months. During the month of August this was our top photo by Don Butt.
September 7, 2021
You Could Win $5,000 in Cash!
You could win one of 36 $5,000 cash prizes just for getting a quote on car or home insurance or telling us your policy renewal date.
September 7, 2021
Boating Ontario announces Transport Canada’s ‘Safe Boating Guide’ to be included in the new Boating Ontario directory app
Boating Ontario is very proud to have Transport Canada’s Office of Boating Safety jump on board and include the ‘Safe Boating Guide’ in the new Boating Ontario directory app which is free for Apple & Android devices.
September 7, 2021
Moorings announces the reopening Marsh Harbour marina
Two years after the devastation caused by Hurricane Dorian, The Moorings has announced the return of its charter fleet to the Abacos, Bahamas.
September 3, 2021
STV Pathfinder returns to sail training in Hamilton Harbour thanks to Breakwater Investments
Brigs Youth Sail Training (Brigs) is pleased to announce, through the generous support of Blair McKeil of Breakwater Investments, the tall ship STV Pathfinder will return to sail training in 2022.
September 2, 2021
Candela’s electric C-pod combats heat with water
Swedish marine tech company Candela has unveiled the C-pod. It says the electric pod drive is four times more efficient than the best electric outboards, providing a silent boat ride and requiring no maintenance.
September 2, 2021
Chester Race Week: Fog and restrictions don’t stop the action
Helly Hansen Chester Race Week wrapped up for 2021 with fewer boats, more restrictions thanks to COVID-19, and some fog each day, but overall the event was four days of success for racers and organizers.
August 25, 2021
But I haven’t had enough fun yet
From zero to 100, the boating season has suddenly gone into overdrive. This summer will be remembered as a sprint from heavy lockdown to an almost fully open bonanza of boats. Suddenly the pent up demand translated into busy docks, boats everywhere, regattas and races and crowds at cruising beaches.
August 25, 2021
Vision Marine taking fully electric powertrain to the Lake of the Ozarks Shootout
Montreal-based Vision Marine Technologies, Inc. is headed to the Lake of the Ozarks Shootout to showcase the unveiling of its new Bruce22 electric boat coupled with the E-Motion™ outboard motor.
August 24, 2021
You Are the Eyes and Ears of the Canadian Safe Boating Awards
Summer is in full swing with Canadians enjoying time outside and on the water. So, while enjoying these activities, consider taking a moment to nominate an individual/organization for one of the Canadian Safe Boating Awards (CASBAs).
August 24, 2021
Update from the CPS-ECP Environment Committee
Know before you go: if you see a blow, go slow! With the boating season in full swing, it’s important for vessel operators to review Canada’s Marine Mammal Regulations and ensure they know how to legally and safely boat when whales are in the area.
August 24, 2021
Maritime Radio Course – ROC(M)
One of our most popular courses is the ROC(M) radio course. Some students for this course are professionals who navigate as part of their job: members of the Coast Guard or Coast Guard Auxiliary, military, ferry employees or dock workers in marinas.
August 24, 2021
Final Reminder for Past Due Members
Have you registered your Membership in the new CPS-ECP database? Have you renewed your 2020 membership yet? Do you know a member who has yet to register in the new system?Time is Running out! Do It Now!!!!
August 24, 2021
The Moncton Boat Show will be returning March 25 – 27, 2022!
Mark your Calendars! The 2022 Moncton Boat Show will be returning to Moncton Friday, March 25 – Sunday, March 27, 2022! The last few years were like no other but we are optimistic about moving forward to live events once again and the return of the Moncton Boat Show.
August 24, 2021
Romance onboard: The story begins with us!
On July 23 last year, CYOB published a piece on a beautifully restored 1967 Trojan 42 Motor Yacht in Oromocto NB. (That piece will also be expanded in CY magazine later in the year.)
August 24, 2021
Eight Bells: Tom Johannsen
We were saddened to hear of the recent passing of Tom Johannsen, a pioneer in the development of light weight foam cored composite laminates, and a true gentleman in an often competitive industry.
August 24, 2021
HanseYachts AG introduces the RYCK 280
HanseYachts AG presents RYCK, its third motorboat brand carrying the “Made in Germany” label. The new brand was developed in Greifswald in cooperation with yacht designer Bill Dixon, and is aimed specifically at sports-minded skippers and crews in the weekender segment.
August 23, 2021
Info-Marina, une appli complète et efficace
Plusieurs la connaissent déjà, mais il vaut la peine de faire un rappel pour ceux qui ne l’ont pas encore adoptée tant elle s’avère utile dans nos déplacements nautiques au Québec.
August 23, 2021
Des citoyens excédés par les fêtards en bateau à Boucherville
Le Journal de Montréal du 9 août rapportait qu’une pétition circule pour bannir des plaisanciers qui dérangent au parc national des Îles-de-Boucherville.
August 23, 2021
Émerveillement dans la région de Sorel-Tracy
C’est Québec-Vacances qui suggère avec enthousiasme cette destination de vacances.
August 23, 2021
Le transfert du permis d’embarcation en bref!
C’est que nous rappelle Nautisme Québec sur son site. C’est clair, concis, un aide-mémoire à conserver quoi!
August 23, 2021
Place à la relève au Camping Marina Parc Bellerive
Une troisième génération prend sa place au Camping Marina Parc Bellerive, situé sur la rivière Richelieu, sur la rive Est à 4,5 milles en aval de l’écluse de Saint-Ours.
August 23, 2021
Une image vaut mille mots!
À ne pas manquer à Rimouski! Avec une fierté non dissimulée et pleinement justifiée, l’Institut maritime du Québec (IMQ) affichait sur sa page Facebook.
August 23, 2021
Inauguration de la jetée amont du Canal-de-Sainte-Anne-de-Bellevue
À la mi-juin, Francis Scarpaleggia, député fédéral de Lac-Saint-Louis, inaugurait la jetée amont du lieu historique national du Canal-de-Saint-Anne-de-Bellevue qui fait partie du réseau de Parcs Canada.
August 23, 2021
Vous êtes les yeux et les oreilles des CASBA!
L’été bat son plein et les Canadiennes et Canadiens en profitent pour passer du temps dehors et sur l’eau.
August 23, 2021
Nouvelles du Comité environnement CPS-ECP
À savoir avant de partir : si vous voyez souffler, ralentissez! La saison de navigation bat son plein et il importe que les conducteurs d’embarcations de toutes sortes connaissent le Règlement.
August 23, 2021
Cours de radio maritime – CRO(M)
Celui de nos cours qui attire le plus de candidats est certainement le cours de radio CRO(M).
August 23, 2021
Dernier rappel pour les membres qui n’ont pas encore versé leurs droits d’adhésion annuels
Vous êtes-vous enregistré en tant que membre dans la nouvelle base de données des CPS-ECP? Avez-vous renouvelé votre adhésion pour 2020? Le temps presse!
August 11, 2021
VFI avec nouvelle technologie de sauvetage disponible au Canada
Déjà une bonne partie de l’été est derrière nous, et tout le monde voudra profiter de son temps sur l’eau le plus longtemps possible, particulièrement en cette année qui a bouleversé nos habitudes.
August 11, 2021
Outstanding! Congratulations on a job well done!
After the most exhausting, hazard-ridden madness imaginable, our Canadian Olympic sailors are back home safe sound and proud. It’s tough to find words you already haven’t heard many times to describe what it took to get to Tokyo and do well.
August 11, 2021
Canadian sailors achieve in Tokyo
“We are all proud of our athletes and coaches who have dedicated themselves to push Canadian sailing forward. We look forward to continuing our improvements leading up to the 2024 Olympic Games in three years as the future looks bright for Canadian sailing toward Paris”
August 11, 2021
News: Toronto Boat Show planning for 2022
The Toronto International Boat Show, the largest in Canada, is planning for show in January 2022, resuming the schedule we have all learned to love. It’s summer now, but when it’s cold and bleak outside, getting together with boats and boaters is an important antidote.
August 11, 2021
Limestone launches Aquasport 3000 CC
Collingwood, ON hq’d Limestone Boat Company – owner and builder of Aquasport Boats, Limestone Boats and Boca Bay Boats – recently announced a new flagship model for Aquasport, and delivery of the first Limestone production boat.
August 11, 2021
New boats: J/9
Responding to a growing need for a more comfortable, simpler and easy-to-own daysailer, J/Boats has launched a sleek new 28 footer, the J/9”.
August 11, 2021
Instagram Photo of the Month
CPS-ECP has been posting wonderful photos on Instagram during the last few months. During the month of July this was our top photo by Vanessa Schmidt.
August 11, 2021
The Port Hole Is Only As Strong As Your Involvement Is
For The Port Hole to fulfill its mandate to keep CPS-ECP members across Canada informed of events and activities unique to the organization as well as new trends and technologies emerging from the boating world, your submitted contributions in the form of words or images, or both, are vital.
August 11, 2021
Get Your Summer Safely Underway with C-Tow Marine Assistance
With long summer days stretching out before us, Canadian mariners are looking to enjoy full, free days on the water. But, as Michael Smith says, “When you have a boat, something is going to go wrong.”