June 30, 2016
Happy Birthday Canada!
Canadian Yachting wishes all of our readers a terrific Canada Day 2016…
June 28, 2016
Discover Boating Introduces Media to the Joy of Boating
This week Tracey Hart, Director of Marketing from NMMA and Discover Boating along with Sara Anghel, Executive Director / Vice President of NMMA Canada and Janet Bauer President And CEO of Boating Ontario, invited several members of the media to enjoy a Day on the water…
June 27, 2016
Infrastructure Injection of $270 Million for Trent-Severn Waterway National Historic Sites
Canada’s national parks and historic sites belong to all Canadians. They represent the very best that Canada has to offer, and support Canada’s tourism industry and local economies…
June 22, 2016
Peterson Cup Cruising Rally, July 23-28, 2016
Mark your calendar! It is just about time to “up anchor” and join up with a great crowd of fellow adventurers…
June 22, 2016
Monique, the Hen Who is Sailing Around the World
Two years at sea have fostered a close relationship between the two fellow sailors as they cross the globe, through warm weather and cold…
June 22, 2016
Lee Parkhill Secures Olympic Berth at Weymouth World Cup
Sail Canada is pleased to announce that Lee Parkhill (RCYC) has qualified for Rio in the men’s single-handed Laser dinghy following his 4th place finish at the Weymouth World Cup in Portland, UK.
June 22, 2016
14th Annual Salmon Enhancement: July 30, 2016
Stuart Island Community Marina, Big Bay, Stuart Island, BC…
June 22, 2016
16th Annual Western Canada Jeanneau Rendezvous a Rousing Success
This year’s Jeanneau Rendezvous at Poets Cove Marina and Spa, on South Pender Island, BC. began with the Welcome Dock Party and BBQ chef Ian Frazier working his magic…
June 22, 2016
CPS-ECP Making Waves: June 2016
CPS-ECP Squadrons and members have been working hard to promote CPS-ECP and boating safety. Here are a few of the headlines from across the country…
June 22, 2016
Nighttime Boating Tips
Unfortunately we too often hear about boating accidents that occur at night. Many of these incidents take place after groups of boaters have gathered together to enjoy an evening lakeside concert or fireworks display…
June 22, 2016
Be Safe, be Quiet and Engage your Muffler
This letter was submitted to Canadian Yachting by the Safe Quiet Lakes association and does not necessarily reflect the opinion of Kerrwil Publications….
June 22, 2016
Splash in the Sound: You’re Invited July 9th
Sail Parry Sound cordially invites you to try sailing, SUP’ing or kayaking, free of charge at their new location on Saturday July 9th, 2016 from 10am til 4pm.
June 22, 2016
360 degree Experience of High Speed 49’er to be Sailed in the Rio Olympics
Take a ride on the high speed 49, the men’s double handed skiff that will be sailed in Rio this summer in the Olympic Games.
June 22, 2016
Yacht Disrupts Vancouver Dragon Boat Race, Sparks Safety Concerns
Charter yacht motors into racecourse on Saturday, disrupting the 2,000-metre Guts & Glory race during the Concord Pacific Vancouver Dragon Boat Festival.
June 22, 2016
First they Ruckus, Then They Race…R2AK Race Week is Here
Let loose like you’re about to set sail for Alaska…with people who actually are about to set sail for Alaska.
June 22, 2016
Annual Georgian Bay Regatta Starts July 27th, 2016
The Georgian Bay Regatta (GBR) is a unique sailing event in Ontario. On an annual basis for the past 30 years, a fleet of 35 to 50 boats have participated in this adventure of racing and cruising various areas of Georgian Bay.
June 20, 2016
Nova Scotia Cousins Return Home After Maiden Voyage on Hand-built Schooner
Evan and Nick Densmore started working on their ship, the Katie Belle, about five years ago in Stewiacke…
June 20, 2016
Vintage Boat Show in Muskoka July 9, 2016
Save the date on July 9,2016 for the 36th Annual ACBS-Toronto Vintage Boat Show at the Muskoka Wharf in Gravenhurst, ON…
June 20, 2016
Arm Yourself With Key Information About Invasive Species
No matter what your summer pastime of choice, you can make a different in preventing the spread of invasive species. Protect your favourite hobby by arming yourself with information.
June 20, 2016
Women Dive Into the Technical at Women’s Sailing Conference
With a roster of new instructors and increasing interest in technical subjects, the 15th annual Women’s Sailing Conference drew over 100 women to the Corinthian Yacht Club on Saturday, June 4.
June 20, 2016
Celebrate Healthy Parks Healthy People – Free Day-Use on July 15
Last year, we kicked off the Healthy Parks Healthy People movement in Ontario Parks and this year, the celebrations continue…
June 20, 2016
2016 Sail West Championships at Gimli Yacht Club
Less than one month to go until the 2016 Sail Canada Sail West Championships kick off at Gimli Yacht Club! The event will be taking place from July 13-17, in Gimli, Manitoba.
June 20, 2016
Canadian 470 Sailors Jacob and Graeme Saunders Set for the Start Line in Rio
Sail Canada has announced that Jacob and Graeme Saunders (Chester, NS) have qualified for Rio 2016 in the men’s two-person 470 boat.
June 20, 2016
Featured Video: Launch Like a Boss
This video was made for AV-OG-TIL, a Norwegian NGO, working to reduce the harmful effects of alcohol…
June 20, 2016
Nova Scotia Web-Cams Isle Madame Webcam – Patreon Teaser
Nova Scotia Web-Cams has found a location for their first Patreon-funded webcam.
June 20, 2016
Accessibility and Enjoyment for All – Coastal Craft Wheelchair Accessible Yacht
Coastal Craft recently unveiled a 65-foot wheelchair accessible yacht that was built to order for an American couple…
June 20, 2016
Canadian School at Sea Offers $25,000 Scholarship for Young Sailors
Class Afloat has announced scholarship funding of $25,000 for young sailors interested taking their next school year to the world’s oceans.
June 20, 2016
Prince Edward Island
Motoring out of the Charlottetown Yacht Club, the engine purring below the cabin and the boat rocking slightly against the waves.
June 20, 2016
Several NS Sailors Taking Part in Newport to Bermuda Race
The 50th Newport to Bermuda race which began on Friday June 17th…
June 20, 2016
Boatbuilder: Samson Enterprises
Since the company was established in 1986 Samson Enterprises has been providing boat building and marine repair services to commercial and recreational mariners from their yard in Arichat on Isle Madame.
June 20, 2016
Destination Guysborough
Too often bypassed by yachts heading to and from Cape Breton, the town of Guysborough has,in the last few years,been transforming itself into a destination of note.
June 20, 2016
Mermaid Marine
While it may seem Awlgrip has been around forever the ubiquitous paint finish has only been seen as the go-to paint for yacht refinishing for the last 25 or so years.
June 6, 2016
Daily Engine Check on an MJM Yachts 40z
Join Chris Hughes of MJM Yachts as he steps us through this daily engine check on the MJM 40z…
June 6, 2016
Say, “Happy Father’s Day” With A PFD – Personal Floatation Device/Life Jacket
Boating has been an essential part of life for millions of Canadians. More than 100 Canadian men drowned last year and not all were weak swimmers according to the Canadian Safe Boating Council…
June 6, 2016
CPS-ECP Making Waves
CPS-ECP Squadrons, members and staff have been working hard to promote CPS-ECPand boating safety this spring. Here are a few of the headlines from across the country…
June 6, 2016
Dad’s Day On Board Is A Breeze With These 2016 Boating Accessories
Make your Dad’s day on board easier all season long with a Deluxe Trident Rod Holder, Come-On Board Handle and Shore Power Cable Holder from leading manufacturer Taco® Marine…
June 6, 2016
73rd edition of the Swiftsure International Yacht Race
206 yachts registered for the 73rd Edition Swiftsure International Yacht Race, making it one of the largest fleets in over a decade. The four long courses, with the longest being 138 nautical miles and one short course provide a real challenge for all sizes of yachts and multi-hulls.
June 6, 2016
Bluewater Cruising Upcoming Weather Forecasting Seminars
Forecasting and withstanding weather conditions are major aspects of cruising under sail and power, whether riding it out offshore, seeking safety in a protected anchorage, or avoiding being too close to a lee shore…
June 6, 2016
Steveston Lifeboat Needs Your Help: June 15th
The Steveston Lifeboat is a private vessel, owned by renowned marine artist and mariner, John Horton, who has volunteered the boat for Search & Rescue use in Steveston since 1988. The vessel has a rich heritage that started with the US Navy in Pearl Harbour in 1944…