January 27, 2021
Surprises and not surprises
Just when you think you know, it turns out you don’t. For example, I was already getting bored with the America’s Cup. Yeah, yeah, fast boats but here come the Americans scalding by the Brits to ultimately lose to the NZ boat.
January 27, 2021
Canada’s First-ever Virtual Boat Show Delivers Successful Event To Connect Consumers With Boating Industry During Pandemic
Exhibitors and consumers alike embraced a new digital way of shopping and boat show experience at the 2021 Virtual Toronto International Boat Show.
January 27, 2021
59th Vancouver International Boat Show Goes Virtual
Visitors to the 59th Vancouver International Boat Show will be introduced to the very latest boats and boating-related products on the market, but this year they can do so from the comfort of their own home because the event will be virtual – taking place February 24 – 27, 2021.
January 27, 2021
COVID Catch-up Dusseldorf off, Heineken on, Miami looking ahead
Messe Düsseldorf decided to cancel boot (the organizers love lower case) Düsseldorf 2021, the world’s leading international water sports trade fair, due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic and the associated worldwide lockdown measures.
January 27, 2021
Board of Directors Applications Due March 1
Canadian Power and Sail Squadrons (CPS-ECP) is accepting applications for Director positions from you the members of CPS-ECP, both men and woman.
January 27, 2021
Be Safe Around Cold Water This Year!
If you’re a first responder, work or just spend time recreating on or near cold water, this workshop is for you. You will learn everything you need to know to survive an accidental cold-water immersion and also how to help others who may have become hypothermic. It is hosted by the Canadian Safe Boating Council (CSBC), delivered over “Zoom” and will cover…
January 27, 2021
Call for online tutors to assist in the delivery of CPS-ECP Boating courses
Squadrons for Coast to Coast have taken up the challenge of delivering the CPS-ECP Boating Series of courses online during these challenging times.
January 27, 2021
Maiden’s Tracy Edwards in our home (virtually)
We were ALL home, and most of us are parked in front of our computers with nothing to do. So, Thomas Fogh got busy last March and started a Wednesday Speakers night at Port Credit YC, which continued into the late spring.
January 27, 2021
Bursary Opportunities for Young Sailors at Tall Ships Adventure
At Tall Ships Adventure, we firmly believe that all youth are wanting to unlock their potential, that’s why we provide youth ages 12-18 with a challenging and engaging environment that teaches responsibility, self-reliance, and courage through tall ship sailing.
January 13, 2021
News: CY will be at TIBS next week!
Canadian Yachting Media and PORTS will be at Toronto International Boat Show Virtual! We’re committed to making this show fun and informational for all the visitors – CY Media is TIBS Virtual Official Media Sponsor!
January 13, 2021
Instagram Photo of the Month
CPS-ECP has been posting wonderful photos on Instagram during the last few months. During the month of December Mirror Lake was our top photo by Valentin Bacalu.
January 13, 2021
Have Your Say By Jan. 15 – Proposed Changes to Pleasure Craft Licensing Program
Transport Canada announces proposed changes to the Pleasure Craft Licensing (PCL) Program and the Lets Talk Transportation consultation web site which will remain open for comments until January 15, 2021.
January 13, 2021
Have Your Say By Jan. 15 – Proposed Changes to Pleasure Craft Licensing Program
Transport Canada announces proposed changes to the Pleasure Craft Licensing (PCL) Program and the Lets Talk Transportation consultation web site which will remain open for comments until January 15, 2021.
January 13, 2021
Membership Renewal Update
The main renewal period for CPS-ECP membership will soon be starting. For those who registered and renewed their membership in the new management system in 2020, will receive a renewal notice, or when they login to the CPS-ECP Website, the Renew Membership Tab will show up in the Membership dropdown on the main front page.
January 13, 2021
VIBS is virtual this year
Boating BC and Canadian Boat Shows announced on December 28th, that the Vancouver International Boat Show has finalized plans for its 2021 Virtual Show to be held February 24 – 27, 2021.
January 13, 2021
News: TIBS, Canada’s first virtual boat show, launches online on Monday
The 2021 Virtual Toronto International Boat Show officially goes live on Monday, January 18 – Sunday, January 24, to offer a whole new way to get ready for the boating season.
January 13, 2021
CY Preview: 30 Most Exciting Boats For 2021
Faced with an uncertain future, Canadian families bonded together in the spring of 2020 like never before. Even as lock- downs continued through April, boat dealers began noticing their website traffic spike, and customer enquiries skyrocket. Boats were suddenly in high demand, as families eschewed overseas travel and sought new ways to safely enjoy leisure time together.
January 13, 2021
News: Calibre and Neptunus team up
Calibre Yacht Sales and Neptunus Yachts International have established a partnership for the sales and marketing of new Neptunus yachts in the Pacific Northwest.
January 13, 2021
Annapolis Shows Announce Five-Year Fall Shows Schedule
While 2020 has been difficult for maritime shows everywhere, the Annapolis Boat Shows are alive and well and ready to take on 2021 with gusto and determination. The Annapolis Boat Shows have announced the next five-year dates for their fall shows.
January 12, 2021
TIBS, Canada’s first virtual boat show, launches online on Monday
The 2021 Virtual Toronto International Boat Show officially goes live on Monday, January 18 – Sunday, January 24, to offer a whole new way to get ready for the boating season.
December 16, 2020
Have Your Best Summer Ever! Schaefer Yacht Give-Away Contest Announcement
Canadian Yachting Magazine in conjunction with YACHT Solutions in the GTA is pleased to announce the 2nd Annual “Have Your Best Summer Ever” luxury yacht give-away contest.
December 16, 2020
Board of Directors Applications Due March 1
Canadian Power and Sail Squadrons (CPS-ECP) is accepting applications for Director positions from you the members of CPS-ECP, both men and woman.
December 16, 2020
Want to Learn Celestial Navigation? Online Courses Start this Winter
This is the second of a two-course program of Offshore Navigation program for the recreational boater. It introduces the navigator to route planning for going offshore, may the voyage be long or short. While overshadowed by the new electronic systems, the art and science of celestial navigation is still a valuable asset to the offshore boaters.
December 16, 2020
Staying Home This Winter? Take a CPS-ECP Online Course!
Boating is just like any other skill that requires enough experience to feel confident on the water. The more knowledge you acquire, the more enjoyable it is for you and everyone else
December 16, 2020
2020 – That Was the Year That Was!
I’ve just been reading my 2019 Christmas message. Never, ever, at this time last year would any of us have foreseen what was awaiting us as 2020 started. I talked about changing direction but did not imagine that it would happen like it has.
December 16, 2020
launch broadcast: Axopar 22 – Action On The Water
Axopar is the globally renowned Finnish brand of premium range, multi award-winning motorboats, developed through a passion for adventure and the outdoors.
December 16, 2020
This Zipper Boat “Unzips” The Sumida River In Tokyo
Japanese sculptor and installation artist Yasuhiro Suzuki created this 9 meter-long “Zip-Fastener Ship” to “unzip” Tokyo’s Sumida River.
December 16, 2020
Your Input: Proposed Transport Canada Pleasure Craft Licensing and PCOC Fees
The Transport Canada (TC) Office of Boating Safety (OBS) wants to hear from stakeholders, especially those with a particular interest in pleasure craft, on the changes under consideration to the Pleasure Craft Licensing Program and the Pleasure Craft Operator Competency Program.
December 16, 2020
CY February preview: Big Changes in editorial focus for the New Year!
We welcome you to the February 2021 issue of Canadian Yachting magazine and to a new editorial direction for this, our BIGGEST issue of the year.
December 15, 2020
Innovations: Environmental, robotic approach to racing marks
When Michigan native Kevin Morin created MarkSetBot, it was to improve the art of race management by using GPS and a smartphone to set the marks of the course.
December 15, 2020
LORC surveys clubs and racers
Prior to its December 2 zoom meeting, LORC (Lake Ontario Racing Council) conducted a survey of clubs and participants to help determine a direction for the organization. The survey was conducted by a team of George Brown College students in Sports Management under the guidance of Secretary Treasurer: John O’Dwyer.
December 15, 2020
Show news: Dusseldorf’s boot re-scheduled to April
With Germany currently under lockdown, Messe Düsseldorf, the operator of Dusseldorf’s huge facility where its internationally celebrated boat show is held, has decided with its partners and exhibitors to re-schedule boot 2021 to the 17 to 25 April! The original dates from 23 to 31 January could not be maintained due to the ongoing high infection numbers across all of Europe.
December 2, 2020
Access your CPS-ECP member benefits
CPS-ECP members this is a reminder to ALWAYS log into the members area of www.cps-ecp.ca website in order to access current Member Benefits Sponsors and/or Suppliers and to confirm their discount code.
December 2, 2020
Environmental update
The environmental session from our October 23rd 2020 AGM was recorded and can be watched at this link. The session features an introduction by Jack Adams, Chair of the Environmental Committee and content by Jackie Hildering in which she outlines how to safely share the waters with our giant neighbours: whales.
December 2, 2020
Just Ask John – Hot Off The Press
Transport Canada announces proposed changes to the Pleasure Craft Licensing (PCL) Program and the Lets Talk Transportation consultation web site which will remain open for comments until January 15, 2021.
December 2, 2020
How DO you make a boat go FAST!
It’s a bird, no it’s a plane, no it’s actually a boat, just a unique vessel that flies like a plane. The 2021 America’s Cup AC75s and IMOCA boats (like the ones currently going around the world in Vendée Globe) are foiling monohulls capable of speeds four times that of the true wind, with boat speeds approaching 50 Kts.
December 2, 2020
Holiday Cards From BoatUS Foundation Give Back To Boating
Customize your own nautically themed greetings and help support boating safety, clean water efforts for recreational boaters. This year, people are sending more holiday cards than ever. So where can a boater find cards that make the personal connection we crave?
December 2, 2020
Toronto Boat Show goes Virtual
Live events are a casualty of lockdowns and as previously reported the Toronto International Boat Show is not going to happen in person this year. But, the show is on.
December 2, 2020
Let the sun shine in: Scout 350 LXZ
Scout Boats’ new luxury crossover series launches with the 350 LXZ, a premium day cruiser. Designed for entertaining and overnighting, the boat comes with a long list of first-in-class amenities including Webasto’s 20 Series sliding electric sunroof as standard equipment. The vessel is slated to debut in early 2021.