August 22, 2017
NS at the Canada Games
The Canada Games Sailing events wrapped up on August 4thin Gimli, Manitoba, with Nova Scotia sailors winning three medals.
August 22, 2017
Nova Scotia Schooner Association
The folks at the NSSA had a successful race week as this note from Rochelle clearly shows…
August 22, 2017
Metroland Publishing announces that it will no longer be publishing Marine print or digital products, including PORTS.
Metroland Publishing on August 11 that the company will no longer publish Boating Business, Boatguide and Ports.
August 22, 2017
Eight Bells: John Roy
John Alexander Roy passed away quietly at home on August 12 after a short battle with cancer. He was 61.
August 9, 2017
Don’t forget to submit your photo! Contest ends August 31st
Share a picture of yourself hoisting the CPS-ECP flag (regular member or life member flag) on Twitter or Facebook and be entered to win Kanto Living YU2 Desktop Speakers!
August 9, 2017
CPS-ECP Staff Retirement
Alice Hinton has informed CPS-ECP that she will be retiring on August 31, 2017 after more than 17 years of service.
August 9, 2017
Join us in Charlottetown October 24 – 29, 2017
It’s that time again and a FINAL reminder that if you have not registered for the National Conference and AGM in Charlottetown, PEI the COST will be INCREASING from $230 to $260 AFTER September 11 so please be sure to register TODAY!
August 9, 2017
Crate’s Yacht Expo this weekend Port of Orillia
Crate’s Lake Country Boats is bringing one of the largest and most prestigious collections of new and pre-owned boats ever to grace the docks of the Orillia In-Water Boat Show, August 11 – 13.
August 9, 2017
Canada Summer Games Sailing
Gimli Yacht Club volunteers and the Canada Games ensured that the officials and athletes were well taken care of during the course of the week.
August 9, 2017
International SIX Metre World Championship September 15th to 21st
Royal Victoria Yacht Club will race, Wildcat ll in the 2017 International Six Metre World Championship hosted by the Royal Vancouver Yacht Club from September 15 to the 21st.
August 9, 2017
Newfoundland Screech
The Newfoundland Screech is a 600 Nm sail from Nova Scotia to Newfoundland, Canada.
August 9, 2017
Western Canada Jeanneau Rendezvous
The Fraser Yacht Sales team, (and recent recipients of the 2017 Jeanneau Dealer of the Year Award) was very proud to once again host the 2017 Western Canada Jeanneau Rendezvous from June 16-18 at Poets Cove on South Pender Island.
August 9, 2017
Sidney Poker Run “Start your engines!”
The Sidney Poker Run has been resurrected and has become a fun, successful event for the Town of Sidney.
August 9, 2017
Registration Now Open For 2017 Salty Dawg Fall Rally™ to the Caribbean
Heading to the Caribbean this winter – here’s a way to have some company on the way.
August 9, 2017
Vids OnBoard – Centurion Ri237
The Ri237 is already the official World Wake Surfing Championship towboat.
July 25, 2017
Fly the CPS-ECP Flag and Win!
Share a picture of yourself hoisting the CPS-ECP flag (regular member or life member flag) on Twitter or Facebook and be entered to win Kanto Living YU2 Desktop Speakers!
July 25, 2017
Western Ontario District Rendezvous
The Western Ontario District held its annual Rendezvous this year at Belle River Marina on beautiful Lake St. Clair in the heart of the Great Lakes. Since it was June 23-25, the theme was Canada 150.
July 25, 2017
Saving on insurance is great, Winning is better
CPS-ECP has partnered with Cowan Insurance Group to provide insurance products to its members. Cowan’s comprehensive coverage and discounts are available exclusively to you as a CPS-ECP member.
July 25, 2017
Online Course Offered by CPS-ECP
Twenty students from across Canada, Halifax to Vancouver, studied Near Shore Marine Navigation Level 1, Seamanship, from the comfort of their own home or office during the spring term of 2017.
July 25, 2017
Designer Doug Peterson – eight bells at 71
The San Diego Union-Tribune reports: On the same day the United States lost the America’s Cup to New Zealand, a San Diegan who designed Cup-winning boats for both countries died after a long bout with cancer.
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
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
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
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 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
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
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
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
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
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.