September 25, 2018
Canadian Yachting Magazine, October 2018 Preview
If you’re a subscriber, your October issue of CY Magazine will be arriving soon. All CPS-ESP will be receiving the magazine automatically.
September 12, 2018
Seaweed blooms down south
Our friend Patrick from Oakville based Mango Charters reports that the seaweed is blooming in the Caribbean this year.
September 12, 2018
Rewarding careers in BC’s recreational marine Industry are in high demand!
The Marine Service Technician (MST) program under the guidance of Quadrant Marine Institute is leading the way in developing skilled professionals for the recreational and light commercial boating industry in British Columbia and Nova Scotia.
September 12, 2018
Nominate Your Boating Heroes Before October 15
The Canadian Safe Boating Council (CSBC) is a volunteer charitable organization. Our mission is to reduce the incidence of injuries and fatalities across Canada that occur as a result of recreational boating activities through innovative, relevant and effective measures.
September 12, 2018
National Conference Details and Preliminary Agenda
Volunteers and boaters from across North America will congregate in Ottawa to exchange ideas, have their say in the business of their national organization, attend workshops, network with old friends and meet new ones.
September 12, 2018
Save 20% on all Navionics and C-Map Plug-and-Play Cards Exclusive Limited Offer for CPS-ECP Members Only
Originally priced at $149 USD (CAD $194), Navionics Plus Canada MicroSD cards for Lowrance, Raymarine, Humminbird, Simrad, B&G and many other chartplotters are now available for only CAD $155 (at today’s exchange) until Sept. 27, 2018, with coupon code “CPSECP20”.
September 12, 2018
Merc helps set waterski record
Mercury Marine was the power behind the Rock Aqua Jays Water Ski Show Team from Janesville WI in August attempted a Guinness World Record for building the largest-ever human pyramid on water skis. Two weeks later, they have made the Book and set a brand new record.
September 12, 2018
Canadians invited to Vacation Basin at Annapolis, October 4-8, 2018
Even though there are some good boat shows at home, every October finds a contingent of Canadians making the pilgrimage to the United States Sailboat Show in Annapolis.
September 12, 2018
Schooner Week correction
The first Nova Scotia Schooner Championship was held on July 25, 1961 in Hubbards Cove, Nova Scotia.
September 12, 2018
Chester Crew at 2018 IOD Worlds – Sweden
Intrepid sailor Dayna Nelder sent us this report from Sweden where she was part of a crew from Chester representing Nova Scotia and Canada at the 2018 IOD Worlds. They did a great job and had a pretty good time doing it.
September 12, 2018
Chester skippers finish first and second at 2018 IOD North American Invitational Championships
10 fiercely competitive skippers from Canada, USA and Bermuda to battle it out on Mahone Bay
September 12, 2018
CY inspects new Beneteau models
The CY team was in Newport to see the new Antares line at 21, 23 and 27 feet. The builder also introduced a new Oceanis 46.1 and they presented their 51.1.
August 27, 2018
Sneak Peak of the Neptunus Yachts 62 Flybridge
Canadian Yachting’s John Armstrong was with Jan Willem De Jong, Managing Director of Neptunus Yachts of St. Catharines Ontario (pictured above) on board…
August 22, 2018
Sailing is the first sport to qualify Canada for the 2020 Olympic games in Tokyo
Sailing is the first National Sport Federation (NSF) to qualify Canada spots for the 2020 Olympic games in Tokyo.
August 22, 2018
Getting Texty with Great Lakes Buoys
A few weeks ago, an acquaintance brought to my attention an interesting feature about the Great Lakes Observing System. I knew that work was being done to gather real-time data about the Great lakes, and that efforts were in place for public access to that data. What I was unaware of was just how far the project had come.
August 22, 2018
The Sun’s UV factor: is it spoiling your boating enjoyment?
Whether from racing or cruising on a sailboat in the Great Lakes, the Caribbean or British Columbia’s West Coast, I just couldn’t get enough of it.
August 22, 2018
Welcome Back to Alice Hinton
We welcome back Alice Hinton to our National Office Staff. As many of you know, Alice retired in August of 2017 from her full-time accounting position with CPS-ECP, but came back on a part-time/temporary basis earlier this year to help out during the busy time of our year.
August 22, 2018
2018 Canadian Power and Sail Squadrons’ 80th Anniversary
Simply stated once a CPS-ECP member has earned 20 Merit Marks (representing twenty volunteer hours per year for twenty years) they become a CPS-ECP Life Member and their CPS-ECP membership fee is waived (read free.)…
August 22, 2018
Register Today for Fall/Winter Online Boating Courses
Sign up now for our new listing of online courses! Enhance on your boating skills this fall and winter from the convenience of your own home!
August 22, 2018
Sail NS News
Ryan Anderson, a 16-year old laser radial sailor from the Royal Nova Scotia Yacht Squadron, finished fifth overall at the 2018 Europa Cup in Dziwnow, Poland (Aug 11-13), capturing a bronze medal in the U19 division. He was top Canadian at the regatta.
August 20, 2018
Sailing Hall Welcomes Inductees
Last Sunday (August 19) The Canadian Sailing Hall of Fame and the Marine Museum of the Great Lakes at Kingston inducted the class of 2018 to the Hall.
August 10, 2018
Ramshaw 5th at Sailing Worlds, qualifies Canada in Olympic Finn Class for Tokyo 2020
Canadian Sailing Team Member, Tom Ramshaw (Finn) finishes 5th place after today’s medal race at the 2018 Sailing World Championships Aarhus in Denmark.
August 8, 2018
VHF DSC Simulator New Order Period Announcement
In cooperation with CPS-ECP, ICOM Canada has created a new VHF DSC Simulator that can add value for all Squadrons teaching the VHF Maritime Radio course.
August 8, 2018
Why should I take a boating course?
A few years ago I wrote the following article for Canadian Yachting and with Fall courses coming up soon I thought it would be a good idea to run it again in our newsletter. Squadrons can feel free to use this article to help promote their courses.
August 8, 2018
Early Bird Conference Rate Ends September 3rd
Volunteers and boaters from across North America will congregate in Ottawa to exchange ideas, have their say in the business of their national organization, attend workshops, network with old friends and meet new ones. It will be a working conference with time for a little fun and relaxation.
August 8, 2018
In-Water Boat Shows – Montreal and Quebec City
Presented by the Quebec Marine Association, the In-Water Boat Show is an annual event that takes places in Montréal and Québec City on two different weekends.
August 8, 2018
the 6th annual Boat Rally for Kids
On the last weekend of July, Executive Yacht took part in the 6th annual Boat Rally for Kids with Cancer in Muskoka.
August 8, 2018
New Boat: IC37 First Impressions
The IC 37 is a new one-design boat that has special significance in Canada, proposed for competition in the next three Canada’s Cup competitions, as we have reported previously.
August 8, 2018
Sail Nova Scotia talent
Here are a couple of young sailors who have has success in recent regattas. You can view the complete results in the links below.
August 3, 2018
Canadian Tom Ramshaw’s finishes include a 1, 2 early on at Sailing World Championships
Canadian Sailing Team Member, Tom Ramshaw (Finn) sails to a bullet on the first day of racing at the 2018 Sailing World Championships Aarhus in Denmark.
July 25, 2018
CPS – ECP History 1998 – 2008
In the spring edition of the 1998 Port Hole, Brentwood Bay Squadron Commander Len Fallon proclaimed, “CPS will be there to meet the challenge of change!” Thanks Len.
July 25, 2018
Have you checked out the Member Benefits program lately?
Do you know that the savings from some of the Member Benefits more than pay for your yearly CPS-ECP membership? Savings from Cowan, C-Tow can pay for your membership in just one purchase.
July 25, 2018
2018 Victoria Classic Boat Festival highlights role of fishing boats of WWII
This year’s Victoria Classic Boat Festival (August 31 – September 2), looks back to the Second World War with WWII-era boats on display, a special floating exhibit, activities, and events surrounding the role of BC’s fishing vessels, yachts, and shipyards that played an important role on the “home front” of WWII.
July 25, 2018
Cobourg Marina August Events
The 13th annual Sandcastle Festival and Cobourg Sidewalk Sale will be held on August 4th within easy walking distance of the beautiful Cobourg Harbour.
July 25, 2018
Brenda Bowskill tops Laser Radial NAs
Alamitos Bay Yacht Club (ABYC) in Long Beach, CA was the venue for the four day 2018 Laser North American Championship July 12 to 15. 160 competitors made for huge fleets in three divisions, Laser Standard, Laser Radial and Laser 4.7.
July 11, 2018
Maritime Museum of BC brings historic vessels to Victoria’s docks
This coming Labour Day Weekend (Friday, August 31 – Sunday, September 2, 2018) sees the return of The Victoria Classic Boat Festival to Victoria’s Inner Harbour.
July 11, 2018
Squadrons Making Waves
Barrie Power and Sail Squadron was featured on CTV news during their Safety Equipment Education and Flare Disposal Day.
July 11, 2018
Replacement Cards – Members Save 40% on Replacement Cards and up to 70% When Ordering Multiple Cards
Now is the time of year when many members need to replace a lost Pleasure Craft Operator Card (PCOC), an ROC(M) card or a membership card.
July 11, 2018
Join us in Ottawa and enjoy the sights
Board a luxury motor coach to start your tour with a stop at the Parliament Buildings, Canada’s seat of government. Your guide will explain the history of these magnificent buildings.