May 9, 2018
New operators at C-Tow Comox
Pasha Barlak and Melissa Curtis of Global Navigation Services Ltd are the new operators of C-Tow Comox; a 24-hour on-water towing and assistance for recreational boaters.
May 9, 2018
Mike Milner debuts as Sail Canada High Performance Director
Last Friday, Sail Canada officially introduced Michael Milner as Sail Canada’s new High Performance director at a press conference held at the Royal Canadian Yacht Club City Club in Toronto
May 9, 2018
Antigua Sailing Week wraps up on the dance floor
One hundred and sixteen teams from 37 different countries raced in the 51st edition of Antigua Sailing Week including seven wearing Canadian colours.
May 9, 2018
A major refit “Westerly” is ready for the 75th addition of the SwiftSure International Yacht Race
Joy and Stuart Dehlgren of UK sailmakers in Sidney BC own the Santa Cruz 70, Westerly.
May 9, 2018
Catalina 2018 Sail in/Drive in
The Lake Ontario Catalina Association invites all owners and crew for an evening of socializing and dinner with other Catalina people on May 26 at the Avalon Lounge, Port Whitby Marina, 301 Watson St W, Whitby.
May 9, 2018
Regatta Vibes – 2018 Oakville Yacht Squadron Open
The Oakville Yacht Squadron welcomes all PHRF boats, and one-design keelboats for competitive and fun on-the-water racing and a great on-shore party.
May 9, 2018
LORC opener at ABYC
The Lake Ontario Racing Council (LORC) season kicks off with the Ashbridges Bay Yacht Club Open Regatta on May 26 and 27.
May 9, 2018
CPS-ECP History 1978 – 1988
Truth being told the legal action was between one woman, Mrs. Marilyn Hinden who wanted to become a member of a New Jersey squadron and the United States Power Squadron who wanted to defend itself as a private organization for men only.
May 9, 2018
May 2 – 4 Long Weekend, Let’s Get On The Water – Carefully!
Ah, long weekends. There are only four during the summer so each one is cherished by Canadians but this one coming up carries special significance for boaters and cottagers.
May 9, 2018
Last Chance to Submit Nominations for CPS-ECP Volunteer Awards
Worthy CPS-ECP volunteers have worked over the last year to advance the mandate and mission of CPS-ECP and contributed to making sure that more and more boaters on our waterways have the knowledge they need to ensure this year’s boating season is a safer one.
May 9, 2018
CPS-ECP Announces New First Year Membership Qualifications and Membership Fees
The Membership Committee submitted a proposal to Excom and the Board of Directors to clearly identify the Qualifications, and standardize First year Membership Fees in accordance to the Bylaws and Regulations of CPS-ECP.
May 9, 2018
5 from RNSYS To Represent Canada at Youth Worlds
Sail Canada announced the athletes and coaches who will be leading Team Canada at the Youth Sailing World Championships to be held in late July in Corpus Christi, Texas.
May 9, 2018
France is not that far by boat!!
Every two years since 2002 yachts have gathered in Halifax to begin a 350-mile race to the French islands of Saint-Pierre and Miquelon.
May 9, 2018
An update from the Guysborough Sailing Club
The Guysborough Sailing Club is pleased to announce three new programs for this season, and one new great boat!
May 9, 2018
2018 Canadian Sailing Hall of Fame announces inductees
The Canadian Sailing Hall of Fame and the Marine Museum of the Great Lakes at Kingston announce the 2018 Inductees:
May 9, 2018
Boxing Rock Cup
The annual Sail Nova Scotia Harbour Race, now known as the Boxing Rock Cup will take place Saturday, June 9th.
May 2, 2018
Sail Canada announces Michael Milner as Sail Canada’s new High Performance director
Sail Canada will officially announce Michael Milner as Sail Canada’s new High Performance director at a press conference at the Royal Canadian Yacht Club City Club on St George Street on Friday May 4th.
April 25, 2018
The BC Boat Show at Port Sidney Marina May 3-6
It’s been many years since Sidney, BC hosted a boat show, but this May 3-6 the waterfront will be buzzing as the BC Yacht Brokers Association bring their annual show back to the Port Sidney Marina.
April 25, 2018
Safety Recall of Kidde Fire Extinguishers
Please be advised that 134 models of Kidde fire extinguishers have been recalled.
April 25, 2018
CPS-ECP Years 1958 – 1968
Although the two organizations are not exactly the same, initially the Canadian Power Squadron’s organizational structure was predicated on the United States Power Squadron.
April 25, 2018
CPS-ECP Announces Two New Awards Today
Whilst we have extraordinary individual volunteers in CPS- ECP, we also know that there are exceptional teams of people too.
April 25, 2018
Vessel Preparedness and How To Get A Free Courtesy Check
Every year thousands of boaters go out on the water without the proper safety equipment that is required by law.
April 25, 2018
Stories From The Six-time America’s Cup Veteran: Steve Killing’s presentation in Midland, ON
On a cold wintery night, sailors gathered at the Midland Bay Cultural Centre to hear local legend Steve Killing speak on his involvement in the 35th America’s Cup.
April 24, 2018
Bavaria Yachts reported insolvent
According to BOOT-online.net, Bavaria Yachtbau, the German sports boat yard for sail and motor boats, is insolvent. “According to initial information, the yard will be heavy in debt.
April 24, 2018
New C-Tow capability in Oakville
Capt. Michael Naumetz, proud new operator of C-Tow Oakville has a background vessel restoration and repair. Currently nearing completion of a 40ft houseboat, which will be used as on the water….
April 24, 2018
The First IC37 from Melges Heads East For Sea Trials
Westerly Marine has finished building the New York Yacht Club’s first IC37 by Melges. Last week the boat departed Southern California heading to Rhode Island for sea trials.
April 24, 2018
LOOR 2018 Racing Guide is Now Available!
The 2018 Lake Ontario Offshore Racing Guide is now available in hard copy and online at our website.
April 24, 2018
Boating Atlantic now available online
If you were one the lucky folks who were able to attend either the Halifax International Boat Show in February or the Moncton Boat Show in March, you may well have picked up a copy of Boating Atlantic.
April 19, 2018
View To A Thrill
Major sailing championships may be commonplace insome of the better-known sailboat racing centres of the world – San Francisco, Kiel, Weymouth, Annapolis, Sydney, Lake Garda – but for a relatively small club on the southern tip of Vancouver Island…
April 11, 2018
Safe Boating Awareness Week (May 19th-25th, 2018)
The 2018 North American Safe Boating Awareness Week Campaign is ramping up for this year’s boating season. Since 1995, this campaign has been the mainstay of boating safety outreach to the over 16 million people who recreate on Canadian waters each season.
April 11, 2018
Save BIG with this Exclusive CPS-ECP member offer from FUGAWI!
Originally priced at $179.99 USD, get the innovative FELL Marine Gen 1 Basepack at over 50% off for $99 CAD with coupon code “CPS-ECP99” while stocks last or until April 30, 2018.
April 11, 2018
2018 Safety Equipment Education and Flare Disposal Dates
CPS-ECP is excited to announce their partnership with CIL Dealers to undertake a project on education and awareness of safety equipment, the care and maintenance of that equipment and how to safely and effectively use and dispose of flares.
April 11, 2018
National Volunteer Week April 15 – 21, 2018
From April 15 to 21, Volunteer Canada and Canadian Power and Sail Squadrons (CPS-ECP)celebrate Canada’s 12.7 million volunteers during National Volunteer Week (NVW).
April 11, 2018
Helly Hansen Sailor of the Month – Tayte Stefaniuk
The 2018 Laser Midwinters East took place last month in Clearwater, Florida, attracting over 147 competitors from all over North America for the 10-race series from February 22nd to the 25th. Over the four days of racing sailors were met with difficult and puffy conditions resulting in an overall challenging regatta.
April 11, 2018
Safe Boating Awareness Week (May 19th-25th, 2018)
The 2018 North American Safe Boating Awareness Week Campaign is ramping up for this year’s boating season.
April 11, 2018
The Pacific Salmon Foundation flagship fundraiser, The Vancouver Gala Dinner & Auction
Bluewater Rigging Vancouver announced today that they will donate a 2018 Seakeeper SK02 Gyro valued at $30,000 to the Pacific Salmon Foundation Gala auction on May 11, 2018.
April 11, 2018
2018 Melges 24 World Championship To Take Place At The Victoria International Marina
The Melges 24 World Championship 2018 will be held on May 31st through June 8th, will be hosted by the Royal Victoria Yacht Club at the Victoria International Marina.
April 11, 2018
A Yacht Broker’s tips for sellers
Spring is here and the scent of two-foot-itis is in the air. That means selling so you can buy. Here’s a professional’s insight.
April 11, 2018
Shark Class events for 2018
Here is the link for the 2018 Shark online schedule. We have nine counter regattas. Four counter regattas qualify you for Shark of the Year.