July 25, 2017
Helly Hansen Sailor of the Month – 49er Junior World Champions William Jones and Evan DePaul
William Jones and Evan DePaul of Royal Hamilton Yacht Club claimed the prestigious title at the 2017 49er Junior World Championships in Kingston, Ontario.
July 25, 2017
The 2017 Canadian Invitational Blind Sailing Regatta
The event will be sailed in Flying Tiger 7.5M small keel sport boats at the National One Design Sailing Academy, 14 Bronte Road, Oakville, Ontario.
July 25, 2017
Lake Erie braces for algae bloom
Once again, a significant algae bloom is expected to form in western Lake Erie this summer, though it probably won’t be as large as some previous formations that posed health risks and hampered tourism.
July 25, 2017
The Launching of “Lynx”
The project first started, you could say, over 50 years ago, when I had the opportunity to work in a boat building shop during my summer between high school and college.
July 25, 2017
Nova Scotia Schooner Association are holding their annual race week in Shelburne harbour from August 6 -12.
It has been several years since the harbour has seen a fleet of schooners in Shelburne. Excitement is building with anticipation of an outstanding week of sailing.
July 25, 2017
Hebridee II Re-christening
On July 14th, the William Roue designed schooner Hebridee II was re-launched at the Royal Nova Scotia Yacht Squadron in front of a large crowd.
July 25, 2017
Cape Henry 21 Launched
There was an enthusiastic crowd on hand in Mahone Bay on July 8th to watch the launch of Ryerson and Anne Clark’s Cape Henry 21 Elvee.
July 25, 2017
Prizes awarded in record-breaking Marblehead to Halifax Ocean Race
Fair winds and following seas were the winning combinations that made the 2017 Steele Auto Group Marblehead to Halifax Ocean Race one for the record books.
July 25, 2017
Atlantic Canada Regatta. ARK 2017
Rob Dunbar sent us this wrap-up of this year’s ARK Regatta held at the Bedford Basin Yacht Club on July 8 and 9.
July 25, 2017
Some Tips on Vessel Transport
We are going to discuss some of the things we’ve learned over the years when it comes to moving vessels. In our company we often get involved in different aspects of vessel transporting because we operate our own boatyards in addition to being used boat brokers and dealers for new boats.
July 12, 2017
32nd Georgian Bay Regatta will be held Aug. 2-6
The 32nd annual Georgian Bay Regatta will be held Aug. 2-6. Boats will depart from the Midland Bay Sailing Club and finish in Thornbury. The annual event hosted by the Georgian Bay Sailing Association (GBSA)…
July 11, 2017
Maple Bay Marina “Scoop It Up – Sundaes On Sundays, Live Music By Brent Hutchinson & Friends”
Maple Bay Marina is pleased to provide FREE live music on Sundays during July and August. To enhance the sweetness of the melodies, the Mariners Market & Espresso Bar will feature an ice cream sundae bar during the performances…
July 11, 2017
A Wish List Looking for Champions!
As a follow-up to a recent article in this newsletter about the Disabled Sailing Association at the Canadian Forces Sailing Association Yacht Club, I asked the instructor, Jamie Hargreaves, “if she had a wish list, what would it be?”
July 11, 2017
Great Lakes J/Fest next weekend
The inaugural Great Lakes J/Fest happens next week at Ashbridge’s Bay Yacht Club.
July 11, 2017
GHYRA Blows (or not) into Newport YC
Our fearless west-end-of the-Lake reporter John Gallaugher checks in with the after race party update.
July 11, 2017
Erie Poker Run report
At CYOB we view the Erie Poker Run as a Canadian event, nearly. Why? Reasons 1, Canadians participate.
July 11, 2017
From Calgary to Antigua to Bermuda
Lunenburg based Spartan Ocean Racing have had a busy year providing their clients with exciting offshore racing experiences.
July 11, 2017
Dartmouth Yacht Club Opening Regatta 2017
Things have been going well for the DYC in recent years with strong membership numbers and plans for a new clubhouse in the works.
July 11, 2017
Optimist North Americans
Nova Scotia was well represented at the 2017 Optimist North American Championships held over the holiday weekend in Toronto. 178 sailors from 20 countries participated.
July 11, 2017
Update on Jim Peerless’ Barrelback 19 project
We first reported on Jim’s project in an earlier CYOB issue. This was such a unique and well executed build it is well worth a follow-up.
July 11, 2017
Diane Reid name Clipper Round the World Skipper
Diane Reid, Toronto sailor and member of Ashbridges’ Bay Yacht Club has been appointed the first female Canadian skipper in the world’s longest ocean race, the Clipper Round the World Yacht Race, which takes more than 10 months to complete.
July 11, 2017
Bronte hosts Match Racing Championship
THE 2017 STOLZE CUP MATCH RACING CHAMPIONSHIP OF THE LAKE YACHT RACING ASSOCIATION SET FOR SEPTEMBER 9-10, And a 1 Day North U Match Racing Clinic on Friday, September 8.
July 11, 2017
Meet the National Office Crew
Lynda Green – Orders, Ship’s Store, Student Services and New Members
July 11, 2017
Join us in Charlottetown October 24 – 29, 2017
A summer reminder to everyone that the October Charlottetown 2017 National Conference is coming sooner than we think!
June 20, 2017
America’s Cup blog
Avid sailors, myself included, attended a presentation at the RCYC in Toronto. The Cup was there for all to admire, along with Norbert Bajurin, Commodore of the Golden Gate YC…
June 20, 2017
MK Bay Marina
The MK Bay Marina is part of the Mill Bay Group. This oasis for boaters venturing up the northwest coast of British Columbia is a real gem.
June 20, 2017
28th Toronto Easter Seals Regatta
Easter Seals Ontario is hosting the 28th Toronto Easter Seals Regatta on Sunday, July 30 at the Royal Canadian Yacht Club.
June 20, 2017
Boxing Rock Race is a great success in perfect sailing conditions
The 2017 Boxing Rock Cup was sailed in Halifax Harbour on June 10 under perfect, no I mean PERFECT conditions! Sunshine, nice winds, and lots of heat made for a great event for the nearly 40 boats and 200+ sailors.
June 20, 2017
New IOD at South Shore Marine
June is a busy month for every boatyard and South Shore Marine is no exception. While the yard concentrates on the work at hand they have put their new IOD, Zephyr II, outside to await finishing touches.
June 20, 2017
Seminars: Knowledge Without Pain
It seems we have been complaining forever about declining student intake for our courses, but complaining isn’t going to change a thing; positive action will.
June 20, 2017
Fly the CPS-ECP Flag Contest is Back!
We had so much fun last year that we decided to bring the contest back for the 2017 boating season.
June 20, 2017
Just Ask John
During our Recreational Vessel Checks (RVCCs) we often get asked when will those who have had a Pleasure Craft License for several years in their name be asked to renew under the new 10 year Pleasure Craft License renewal program.
June 20, 2017
New and Better Member Benefits for CPS-ECP Members
We are very pleased to announce that our long-time partner and sponsor, Salus Marine Wear is increasing their discount to 30% off of the suggested retail price on their line of products when purchased by CPS-ECP members through the CPS-ECP Ship’s Store only.
June 20, 2017
Cobourg Waterfront Festival
July is a popular time for boaters on Lake Ontario. On July 1st, 2nd & 3rd the scenic Cobourg waterfront comes alive with crafts, food vendors and carnival rides. This makes for a very entertaining destination weekend.
June 20, 2017
BMW Lasqueti Island Regatta is a blast!
The Schooner Cove yacht club’s 30th anniversary BMW Lasqueti Island Regatta was a huge success. Located in Nanoose Bay, British Columbia, this small yacht club with minimal facilities, put on a spectacular event.
June 20, 2017
New St Peters Canal swing bridge opens
Parks Canada working with Public Services and Procurement Canada, the federal contracting agency, has replaced the St. Peters Canal swing bridge located on Route 4 on Cape Breton Island.
June 15, 2017
Sidney North Saanich Yacht Club
The east coast of Vancouver Island has long been extoled for its flora and fauna beauty as well as excellent boating waters from the time of the early Native Canadians to modern day. Following the glacier melt, the vegetation returned attracting large herds of mammoths and giant bison. Looking to the herds for food,
June 7, 2017
CPS-ECP Making Waves
CPS-ECP Squadrons and volunteers have been working hard to promote CPS-ECP and boating safety this spring. Here are a few of the headlines from across the country.
June 7, 2017
Charlottetown 2017 Conference – Delta Prince Edward Island Convention Centre – October 24 – 29, 2017
A summer reminder to everyone that the October Charlottetown 2017 National Conference is coming sooner than we think!