July 7, 2020
Two new Oceanis this summer
BENETEAU will be unveiling the Oceanis 40.1 and the Oceanis Yacht 54 on the Chesapeake this summer, following the release of the Oceanis 30.1 and the First Yacht 53 last fall.
June 24, 2020
Nominations for 2020 CPS-ECP National Volunteer Awards
CPS-ECP is made up of extraordinary individuals. Wouldn’t you like to make sure those people know how much they are valued and their contribution appreciated?
June 24, 2020
Maritime Radio Online Self-Study Course
This Maritime Radio ONLINE SELF-STUDY program is a completely integrated version of the classroom course that includes an online course manual and supporting learning materials. By taking this online self-study program you will learn how to operate a marine radio aboard a vessel.
June 24, 2020
Free Weather for Boaters Webinar – July 8
There’s nothing can quickly ruin a pleasant cruise on a sunny afternoon than getting caught in a sudden, unexpected storm. This show of Mother Nature’s powers can be frightening at the very least, and fatal in its worst form.
June 24, 2020
Shediac Bay Yacht Club to Re-Open Following Hurricane Dorian Destruction
Severely damaged last fall as Hurricane Dorian tore through Canada’s East Coast, New Brunswick’s Shediac Bay Yacht Club is set to officially re-open on June 26 following a $2.2 million reconstruction.
June 24, 2020
VENDÉE GLOBE: Start Approved for 8th November
With five months to go to the start of the Vendée Globe, almost all of the competitors have relaunched their boats and restarted their preparation for the ninth edition. Now is the time to look at some of the details concerning the key steps that lie ahead as the skippers prepare for 8th November.
June 24, 2020
Boating Ontario Announces Partnership with Canadian Yachting Media (CYM) for the Annual Boating Ontario Directory
June 18th, 2020 – Earlier this year, Boating Ontario issued a request for proposal to a total of six different media firms to help take an existing good product – our printed directory – and guide its future to the next level.
June 24, 2020
Pandemic notebook: Launch day, spring 2020 under Covid 19 protocols
Our group of 12 sailors, who wintered our boats at Prinyers Cove east of Picton, had given considerable thought to a measured approach, not being in a hurry and with the sequence of steps well defined.
June 24, 2020
Scows Cleared for Takeoff
Melges has signed on as the North American dealer for Skeeta Foiling Craft based in Australia. The singlehanded foiling scows represent the latest developments in foiling technology.
June 23, 2020
Will you be able to charter this winter?
To answer the question we have been getting regularly, CYOB went straight to the source. We asked The Moorings and Sunsail’s senior marketing manager, Ian Pedersen, what the picture is from his perspective – here’s his reply:
June 23, 2020
2020 Blue Flag Canada marinas and beaches
Blue Flag International recognized Blue Flag Canada marinas and beaches in its global announcement on June 10, 2020.
June 23, 2020
America’s Cup: Kiwi Government extends deal to Cup sailors
The Government has granted border exemptions to two syndicate teams who will challenge Emirates Team New Zealand for the 36th America’s Cup, Phil Twyford, Minister of Economic Development said.
June 10, 2020
Looking for information about Open Registries
I have received a request from a member who is considering purchasing a 40’ sailboat in the Caribbean and is trying to find out information about Open Registries.
June 10, 2020
Nominations For 2020 CPS-ECP National Volunteer Awards
CPS-ECP is made up of extraordinary individuals. Wouldn’t you like to make sure those people know how much they are valued and their contribution appreciated?
June 10, 2020
Sunnier Days Ahead
Last years winner Brad Harris has not used his Sunsail Gift certificate yet, but no one could have predicted this pandemic to immobilize us as it has. Nevertheless Brad has up to 5 years (Oct 2024) to use his certificate and we look forward to helping him plan his boating vacation whenever he is ready.
June 10, 2020
Annapolis Boat Shows Set to Launch on Schedule in October
Boat shows that plan to take place as originally scheduled are the Annapolis Boat Shows. In a statement on their website posted on May 21, 2020, organizers stated: The iconic maritime events that have become Annapolis institutions over the past half century are slated to return to City Dock this October.
June 10, 2020
Le Boat launches the Rideau season and sets out COVID-19 standards
Le Boat, charter provider on Europe and Canada’s beautiful inland waterways with the world’s largest fleet of over 950 houseboat rentals, is gearing up for another stellar year on the UNESCO World Heritage Rideau Canal.
June 10, 2020
RIP Evinrude: The end of an Era
Valcourt, Quebec, May 27, 2020 – BRP (TSX: DOO; NASDAQ: DOOO) announced today it has re-oriented its marine business by focusing on the growth of its boat brands with new technology and innovative marine products.
June 10, 2020
BC designed superyacht
ER Yacht Design is based in Vancouver, BC engaged in the design and development of luxury Superyachts to over 130m plus in size and high quality performance Leisure Craft and Workboats. The company was founded and is managed by Ivan Erdevicki, its president and chief designer.
June 10, 2020
Wolf Boats rolls out custom aluminum models
The Wolf motto “We Build Better Boats”, means they are always improving. They are focused on building a great boat with maximum performance and innovative details. A Wolf Boat is one of the best custom-welded aluminum boats on the market today, and they are motivated on building better boats every year.
June 10, 2020
The Quebec Guide Du Tourisme Nautique 2020 is Live Online
A digital edition of the Guide du Tourisme Nautique 2020, the St. Lawrence River cruising guide is now online. This new edition features new drone photos documenting pleasure craft harbors and anchorages.
June 10, 2020
British Columbia Electric Boat Manufacturer Launches New 20’ Picnic Boat
The Templar Marine Group Ltd. is excited to announce the launch of its budget series plugin electric boats. The Picnic 20-foot electric series is designed for the North American pleasure craft market and is available to order today on the company’s website.
June 10, 2020
New Owners at Sea Swag Custom Boat Bedding
Two experienced boaters meet a custom bedding designer and magic happens – Sea Swag Custom Boat Bedding (formerly Anchor’s Away Custom Boat Bedding) is a new company combining years of custom boat bedding development with energetic customer service.
June 10, 2020
Press Run launches
Toronto sailor Amelia was almost born on a boat and has been sailing ever since. After working for several larger Toronto PR agencies and assisting Canadian Yachting as social media manager, she decided to bring this experience to the marine industry with her own communications company, Press Run.
May 27, 2020
The BVI Tourist Board have line up for the next couple of months several virtual events to keep the destination in the mind of our guests
The BVI Tourist Board have line up for the next couple of months several virtual events to keep the destination in the mind of our guests/Friends of the BVI.
May 27, 2020
Cancellation of 2020 Route Halifax Saint-Pierre and Route Saint-Pierre Quebec
In view of the international health situation, we regret to cancel the 2020 edition of ROUTE Halifax Saint-Pierre and ROUTE Saint-Pierre Quebec.
May 26, 2020
Stand-On and Give-Way Vessels – Who has the Right of Way
Much of the following has been taken from the 2017 edition of the CPS-ECP Approved Boating Basics Handbook. For more information about this and other available courses and seminars go to www.cps-ecp.ca and click on Courses and Seminars.
May 26, 2020
Nominations For 2020 CPS-ECP National Volunteer Awards
CPS-ECP is made up of extraordinary individuals. Wouldn’t you like to make sure those people know how much they are valued and their contribution appreciated?
May 26, 2020
Paddling and Board Smart Webinar – June 10th
Kayaking, Canoeing, and Paddle Boarding have become a tremendously popular water recreations, but there are a number of water safety issues that paddlers have to be aware of.
May 26, 2020
CY Media Webinar Update
Canadian Yachting Media initiated a series of webinars to stimulate interest in taking on projects during the Covid 19 pandemic. The purpose of webinars was to inform and to start conversations between boat owners and marine professionals – both marine supply stores and technicians.
May 26, 2020
Ooo-la-la Cannes Boat Show is on
Looking to check that new megayacht? Organizers of one of Europe’s largest in-water shows, the Cannes Yachting Festival, announced that they are going forward with the 43 iteration of the event, slated for Sept. 8-13. Let’s hope we can fly to Europe by then!
May 13, 2020
Follow the Great Lakes Water Levels Easily
We have periodically reported on the very significant issue of high water levels in the Great Lakes for several years now. There have been high water events in 2017 and 2019 resulting in dramatic shoreline erosion and damage where docks, boat houses, homes and businesses have been affected; in some cases destroyed.
May 13, 2020
Marskeel Provides Ballast for the New Electric Powered Maid of the Mist
MarsKeel is proud to be associated with the iconic Maid of the Mist tour, providing two new vessels with 62,400 lbs of 2” x 4” x 8” custom cast rectangular lead bricks, with each brick weighing 26 lbs.
May 13, 2020
News from Kingston: CORK Update
The situation with respect to CORK events remains uncertain. On one hand, the City has changed the previous order that recreational facilities will remain closed until 31 August to be “until further notice”, and as you will read below, City staff are conducting annual maintenance at the two municipal marinas.
May 13, 2020
Sneak Peek: CY June issue – Stay Home and Go Boating
Watch for the June 2020 issue of Canadian Yachting magazine coming out soon! This issue borrows a theme from the COVID-19 pandemic, with a beautiful 13-page photographic spread called “Cruising Canada”. We celebrate all the great boating reasons to STAY HOME!
May 13, 2020
Merc reports big engine demand
Mercury Marine parent Brunswick Corp. resumed production of some outboards a couple of weeks ago, beginning with the line that produces its newest platform — 175- to 300-hp outboards — as well as the 450 Racing engine.
May 13, 2020
Olympic development: Sail Canada announces the 2020-2021 Canadian Sailing Team and Canadian Sailing Development Squad
Based on the current Sail Canada High-Performance Plan and the Podium Pathway, what has been previously known as the National Sailing Team or the Canadian Sailing Team, is now divided into two divisions; The Canadian Sailing Team (“CST”) and The Canadian Sailing Development Squad (“CSDS”).
May 13, 2020
Century acquires Vanquish
Century Boats has acquired Vanquish Boats, the Doug Zurn designed and builder of premium center console, dual console, cuddy, and runabout dayboats renowned for their beauty, classic styling, and exceptional performance.
May 13, 2020
News from BC: Life getting back to normal
As life gets back to normal in British Columbia, here are some recreational boating locations in British Columbia that you might want to consider.