April 27, 2016
Boating Safety Equipment Education and Flare Disposal Days Help Boaters
Every year thousands of boaters go out on the water without the proper safety equipment that is required by law. This equipment can be of great benefit and comfort and can mean the difference between a great day out on the water and a potential disaster…
April 27, 2016
Highest Attendance to Date for New Brunswick’s Largest Boat Show
Boating enthusiasts descended on the Moncton Coliseum Complex for the 2016 edition of the Moncton Boat Show, which took place April 1-3, 2016…
April 27, 2016
Harbours and Niche Ports of Cape Breton
A view of the coastal waterways on Cape Breton Island and all they have to offer…
April 27, 2016
Featured Video: 2016 Waterkeeper Gala
On the heels of Earth Day last week this film from the Waterkeeper gala on April 21st provides some of the most compelling visuals and facts yet seen for everyone’s participation in keeping all of our waters swimmable, drinkable, fishable and boatable…
April 26, 2016
Spinlock Named as Winner of Queen’s Award for Enterprise
Spinlock has been handed Britain’s top business award for its part in boosting the country’s international trade. Spinlock has been named as the winner of a coveted Queen’s Award for Enterprise for our domination in the global sailing market.
April 26, 2016
Underwater Drone Follows and Films Scuba Divers
Many aerial drones now feature a Follow Me mode – that’s where they can be instructed to autonomously fly along above you and shoot video as you ski, cycle, run or otherwise move about. However, what happens if you’re a scuba diver? Well, in the near future, you might buy an iBubble…
April 26, 2016
Results of the 35th Patos Island Race
Hosted by the Sidney North Sannich Yacht Club the 35th running of The Patos Island Race is in the books…
April 26, 2016
IJC Survey: Great Lakes Citizens Value the Great Lakes for Drinking Water, Recreation and as Treasured Natural Resource
Eighty-five percent of Great Lakes citizens believe protecting the Great Lakes is highly important, according to one of the largest surveys ever conducted on public perception of the world’s largest freshwater system…
April 26, 2016
Introducing Georgian Harbour Yacht Sales Inc
Gerry Zidner is excited and pleased to announce the launch of Georgian Harbour Yacht Sales and his new office location at Beacon Bay Marina, Penetanguishene Harbour, Georgian Bay…
April 26, 2016
Petition to Keep the Comox MCTS Station Open
This is a privately started petition from Change.org seeking to stop the closure of the Comox MCTS station…
April 26, 2016
Rule Changes to Racing Rules of Sailing will Affect Support Teams
New rules for racing around waypoints and match racing are now live. For 2017, look for rules that cover those on the sidelines. A revised The Racing Rules of Sailing will be distributed later this year, and the revised rules will take effect on January 1, 2017, and remain in effect until December 31, 2020…
April 26, 2016
Canadian Researchers Use Tires to Fight Zika-carrying Mosquitoes
A group of Canadian and Mexican researchers have developed a simple, inexpensive, and environmentally-friendly way to drastically reduce the number of surviving eggs laid by Aedes aegypti mosquitoes—the species that can transmit the Zika, dengue, chikungunya and yellow fever viruses…
April 26, 2016
Jack Pady Reflects on the Boating Industry Over 40 Years
Jack Pady Marine is celebrating 40 years in the yacht sales and brokerage business this year and has offered these reflections on the changes in the industry, as well as a look to the future…
April 26, 2016
Hong Kong to Host Stopover in 2017-18 Volvo Ocean Race
Hong Kong, one of the world’s most prestigious sailing destinations, will be hosting the Volvo Ocean Race for the first time when the event visits in February 2018 during the 13th edition…
April 26, 2016
BRP Announces Plans to Unveil the Next Evolution in Outboard Engine Technology
BRP recently announced that its next Club Evinrude event will be held on Sunday, June 26, 2016, in Milwaukee, Wisconsin…
April 26, 2016
ISAF Offshore Safety and Sea Survival Course
Back by popular demand! The Calgary Chapter is pleased to participate in this 2-day offshore, personal survival course that combines theoretical and practical training to prepare participants to negotiate passage making and ocean racing with competence and confidence…
April 26, 2016
$50 Rebate on Replacement Rub Rail Kit until April 30
Now you can easily upgrade your boat, or replace old rub rail with Taco® Marine innovative rub rail kits and simple tools…
April 26, 2016
Cockpit Camaraderie: the Nanaimo Boat Tour
One of the activities organized by the Vancouver Island Fleet group is an Offshore Boats Tour, held at various Victoria-area marinas where member boats are docked. This year, the Mid-Island members of Fleet decided to organize their own boat tour, so they could showcase their boats and welcome visitors on board…
April 22, 2016
Happy Earth Day 2016
Let’s observe Earth Day each and every day. CY shares articles highlighting environmental treasures and issues…
April 13, 2016
National Volunteer Week April 10 – 16, 2016
Volunteer Canada’s tagline for National Volunteer Week reads: “Volunteers are the roots of strong communities…
April 13, 2016
Genco Marine Open House
Get your season started right with Genco Marine’s open house. Representatives from Aurora Marine, Raymarine and Interlux will be in store, ready to advise you on electronics, boat cleaning and bottom paint solutions…
April 13, 2016
Chester Race Week 2016 Will be Held August 10-13
Here is some historical perspective from Claudette Gaudette Saap’s book “Sailors & Rattling Teacups, A history of the Chester Yacht Club…
April 12, 2016
Boating Season Drives Mussel Warning
Boaters are heading back on to local lakes and they’re being urged to keep unwelcome invaders from hitching a ride…
April 12, 2016
Jeanneau Owners’ BVI Rendezvous 2016
At the recent Jeanneau Owners’ Rendezvous in the British Virgin Islands, Jeanneau owners, dealers and a few friends were treated to a week of experiencing the benefits of the yachting lifestyle in a gorgeous setting…
April 12, 2016
Victoria Inner Harbour Boat Show: April 28th – May 1st, 2016
The Victoria Inner Harbour Boat Show is hosted by the British Columbia Yacht Brokers Association (BCYBA) and has grown to become the largest in-the-water boat show on the west coast…
April 12, 2016
Northwest Paddling Festival Splashes Down May 6 & 7
Largest paddling festival in the Northwest includes tours, demos, seminars and Northwest Paddling Challenge race…
April 12, 2016
April 25 Update: Spring Maintenance for Trent-Severn Waterway Bridges
In the coming weeks, Parks Canada will be conducting spring maintenance at some of our swing bridges and sites along the Trent-Severn Waterway, in preparation for the 2016 navigation season…
April 12, 2016
Why Should My Squadron Offer Recreational Vessel Courtesy Checks?
Too often I hear many Squadron Officers talking about how their Squadron’s course participation, and hence membership, is down and continuing to drop…
April 11, 2016
My First Storm
One of the advantages of having a retractable keel on a sail boat is that you can explore areas where larger boats are unable to access…
April 11, 2016
Full Sail Ahead – A New Take on Offshore Wind Power
If you’re glad you kept your collection of 1980’s ski suits only to find that neon is the new black then you’ll be blown away bySkySails, a German based company producing wind powered propulsion for boats over 100 feet in length…
April 11, 2016
Port of Orillia Spring Boat, Cottage & Outdoor Show, June 10-12
Est. 1989 and brought to you by the Orillia District Chamber of Commerce, the Spring Boat, Cottage and Outdoor Show…
April 11, 2016
Sea Survival Program Sail Canada – World Sailing Approved
Keeping you and your crew safe…
April 11, 2016
‘Cold Blob’ to be a Wildcard in the 2016 Atlantic Hurricane Season
AccuWeather reports the potential movement of a ‘cold blob’ of water in the North Atlantic Ocean may be the wild card in the 2016 Atlantic hurricane season, experts say…
April 11, 2016
Premium Helm Chairs from Taco Marine
New, ergonomically designed Taco® Marine premium helm chairs are available in two styles, in several sizes and colors…
April 11, 2016
6 Ways Boat Fires Happen
Fire ranks number five among all boat losses according to the BoatUS Marine Insurance Program claims files…
April 11, 2016
Derelict Vessel Solution Gaining Momentum – Vancouver Island
Derelict and abandoned vessels in our coastal waters pose environmental contamination and safety risks…
April 11, 2016
Gibsons Sailing Club Upgrades Docks, Boats and Lessons
The Gibsons Sailing Club is gearing up for its second season and introducing more boats, more dock space and – hopefully – adult sailing lessons…
April 11, 2016
Lunenburg Foundry and Engineering (LIFE™)
125 years ago on December 8th 1891, Lunenburg Industrial Foundry & Engineering opened on the harbour front in Lunenburg, NS. Few imagined where the new venture would take them…