March 11, 2015
Ask the Experts: Selecting Solar Panels – Part III: Solar Installation
In Part III of Selecting Solar Panels, solar expert, Ken Wilson of Sunsible Solar / Energy Giant in Oshawa, ON provides guidance to charge controllers, wiring, connectors, fuses and circuit breakers.
March 11, 2015
Marquis and Carver’s Dealership Growth Expands Into Quebec
Marquis and Carver Yacht’s newest dealer to join the expanding group of dealer partners, is Group Thomas Marine in Varnnes, Quebec Canada. From Groupe Thomas Marine’s four locations – Laval, Varnnes, Sorel, and St. Charles sur Richelieu. Marquis and Carver Yachts owners, prospects, sales, and service needs will be fully supported throughout Quebec and the Canadian Maritimes.
March 9, 2015
2015 Ricoh Sport Awards
As in years past, the awards night will celebrate the outstanding achievements of athletes, coaches, officials, sponsors and volunteers from around the province – all of whom have contributed to sport in Nova Scotia. These individuals represent the best of amateur sport, not only by virtue of their athletic achievement but also through their dedication and commitment to sport.
March 9, 2015
6 Awards for Nova Scotia at Sail Canada Rolex Awards
It was a big night for sailing in Nova Scotia at the annual Sail Canada Rolex Awards which were held in Toronto on Friday, February 6.
March 9, 2015
Pride Marine Group Takes Over Lagoon City Operations in May
Pride Marine Group will be taking over the marina operations at Lagoon City as of May 1st 2015.
March 9, 2015
Sail Canada is pleased to announce members of the 2015 Canadian Sailing Team
Sailors have been selected based on their performances at a designated qualifying regatta. This year’s team lineup include many familiar faces such as 3-time Olympian Nikola Girke, 2012 Olympians Luke Ramsay (Nacra 17), & Zac Plavsic (RSX:M).
March 5, 2015
Les Voiles de St. Barth: A Spectacle Guaranteed in the Battle of the 30-60 Footers
With the starting gun of the 2015 Les Voiles de St. Barth due to be fired in little less than two months, the list of entries continues to flesh out. Already the presence of some extraordinary craft like Comanche and Rambler 88 have been announced, with the skippers of a wealth of 30 and 60 footers also confirming their participation in the event.
March 5, 2015
Exhaust System Maintenance Tips For A Worry-Free Spring Launch
Centek Industries offers the following pre-launch maintenance tips to help boat owners avoid problems with their exhaust systems during the boating season.
March 5, 2015
UBC Students Design/Build Robotic Sailboat
Every year more than 60 students from the University of British Columbia come together to design and build a fully autonomous sailboat, a Sailbot.
March 5, 2015
LIVE CHAT Feature Now Offered by MD Marine Insurance
MD Marine Insurance has introduced the marine insurance industries first LIVE CHAT option.
March 4, 2015
Crate Marine Sales Deadline for Offers is March 18
An advertisement by A. Farber & Partners Inc., in the February 26 edition of the Georgina Advocate newspaper lists an invitation for offers on Crate Marines Sales Ltd.
March 4, 2015
Aaaaaaaand the Winners Are! VHF Contest Winners
Canadian Yachting is pleased to announce the winners of their VHF Radio and Course contest! In order to qualify entrants signed up for a free subscription to Canadian Yachting’s Onboard e-newsletter, distributed twice monthly. The 25 per year boating lifestyle newsletters are chock full of Canadian boating information you will need, covering both sail and power.
March 4, 2015
Notice of Race: 34th Annual Patos Island Race: March 21– 22, 2015
The Sidney North Saanich Yacht Club will be hosting its 34 th annual Patos Island Race on March 21 st – March 22 nd , 2015. This regatta is a designated Vancouver Island Racing Series (VIRS) event and results will count towards the 2015 Vancouver Island Racing Series. The Patos Long Course is a Van Isle 360 qualifier.
March 4, 2015
Victoria Harbour Boat Show, April 30 – May 3, 2015
The 2014 Victoria Harbour Boat Show is set to take place April 30 – May 3, 2015! Experience life on the water at Vancouver Island’s premiere in-water boat show, set in Victoria’s beautiful Inner Harbour! This annual event features over 200 new and pre-owned boats on display, as well as booth exhibits by insurance companies, financial institutions, companies with marine related products and much, much more!
March 4, 2015
Putting the Squeeze on Summer
While shooting a feature on Sailfest Sarnia at the Sarnia Yacht Club, photojournalist Glenn Ogilvie encountered this unexpected scene on southern Lake Huron, of semi-retired judge Jon Donohue happily playing a tune on his melodeon, a type of accordion. Donohue said he has his boat rigged so he can practise on the new musical instrument while under sail.
March 2, 2015
New Builder for Sonar
The International Sonar Class is pleased to announce that Shumway Marine, with the cooperation of designer Bruce Kirby has made arrangements to have the Sonar built by Rondar Race Boats in the U.K., with plans eventually to have the boat built on both sides of the ocean. The American Rondar facility is in Peabody, MA.
February 25, 2015
2015 Swiftsure International Yacht Race Registration
The Royal Victoria Yacht Club invites you to the 72nd running of the Swiftsure International Yacht Race from May 23rd to May 25th. Swiftsure week occurs in Victoria‘s beautiful Inner Harbour with lots of activities beginning May 21st and runs through the weekend.
February 25, 2015
Beneteau Partners with SailTime in North America
Beneteau America has announced a new partnership with SailTime North America, the world’s largest boat membership company, to bring Beneteau sailboats to their North American fleets.
February 25, 2015
Marblehead to Halifax the “Grand-daddy” of Ocean Races
The co-chair of the 2015 edition of the Marblehead to Halifax Ocean Race, David Stanfield likes to call this ocean race “the Grand-daddy of them all”. Stanfield is referring to the fact that MHOR goes all the way back to 1905, a year before the Newport Bermuda Race started and several decades before races like the Fastnet or Sydney-Hobart were conceived.
February 25, 2015
Captain Goddard MSM & CCGS M Charles MB Welcomed to Sidney, B.C.
CCGS M Charles MB & CCGS Captain Goddard MSM: a welcoming party at Sidney BC – journeyed from Halifax NS in 39 days!
February 25, 2015
Call for Nominations – Canadian Power and Sail Squadrons
Apply now to become a Director of CPS-ECP. Assist in determining the direction and operations of CPS-ECP. Deadline February 28, 2015.
February 25, 2015
World Sailing Championships in Kingston This Summer
Over 2000 sailors representing 60 countries are set to race from Portsmouth Olympic Harbour on Lake Ontario in 2015.
February 25, 2015
Online Sailing Course – Learn to Sail: The Basics
Each year, thousands of Canadians consider getting into sailing. There is a lot of romanticism attached to being under sail – fair breezes, good friends, finding a secluded anchorage at the end of the day. “That’s what keeps sailing alive for me,” says veteran sailing instructor, Rob MacLeod.
February 25, 2015
Ask the Experts: Solar Panels Part II
Ask the Experts: CY is working with long time sailing instructor, author and founder of www.InformedBoater.com, Rob MacLeod. Rob is constantly amazed at what he doesn’t know about boating and sailing. Fortunately, coming up to his 40th anniversary in the boating industry, Rob has a long list of ‘experts’ that he can call on to get the information he needs.
February 25, 2015
New Cruise Ship to Grace the Great Lakes
The 105-stateroom M.S. Saint Laurent is a 4-star, intimate and charming ocean-going coastal vessel. Her spacious indoor and expansive outdoor public areas make her an ideal vessel for exploring destinations larger vessels cannot reach. Outfitted with elevator (Decks 1 to 4), as well as on-board full service salon, boutique and medical services you will find all amenities expected from a deluxe ocean vessel.
February 25, 2015
Invasive Species Awareness Week February 22 – 28 2015
Invasive Species Awareness Week is an annual event to encourage education about invasive species and inspire people to take an active role in preventing their spread.
February 25, 2015
Coast Guard Vessel Leonard J. Cowley Receives Vessel Life Extension Funding
The Honourable Gail Shea, Minister of Fisheries and Oceans, and the Honourable Diane Finley, Minister of Public Works and Government Services, has announced that the Government of Canada has awarded an $8.5 million contract to NEWDOCK St. John’s Dockyard Limited for Vessel Life Extension (VLE) and refit work for Canadian Coast Guard ship CCGS Leonard J. Cowley.
February 25, 2015
Bridge Port Marina Wins Award for Claim Service Excellence
The Skippers’ Plan Award for Claim Service Excellence was presented to Bridge Port Marina during the 2015 Toronto International Boat Show. With the award, Skippers’ Plan Insurance annually honours the one company that provides the best claim service based on post-claim surveys and client feedback.
February 25, 2015
Vancouver Park Board Wants to Ban Sewage Dumping in Burrard Inlet
The idea of letting boats dump sewage closer to shore sounded so crappy to some Vancouver park board commissioners that they want to ban dumping from the Burrard Inlet altogether.
February 13, 2015
Eight Bells: Douglas Roy
The sport of sailing lost an avid yachtsman with the passing of Dr. Douglas Roy in Halifax, Nova Scotia on February 2, 2015. He was 91 years.The sport of sailing lost an avid yachtsman with the passing of Dr. Douglas Roy in Halifax, Nova Scotia on February 2, 2015. He was 91 years.
February 11, 2015
Jeanneau Power Storms Miami
There is no better time to escape the frozen north and head to the sunny Florida Coast than right now. So put a little love in your life this Valentine’s Day and join us for the 2015 Miami International Boat Show from February 12-16. We’ll have seven great boats at this year’s show including two that are brand new for 2015 and making their North America debuts.
February 11, 2015
TUI Marine and Robertson & Caine Renew Exclusive Distribution and Supply Agreement
Having successfully collaborated for almost 20 years, TUI Marine and South African builder Robertson & Caine have committed to a 10-year renewal of their exclusive distribution and supply agreement. This strategic partnership has resulted in exceptional growth of the award-winning Leopard Catamarans brand.
February 11, 2015
Rolex Sailor Of The Year Launches Offshore Racing Team Following Sail Canada Awards
Canadian Offshore Racing Champions Announce New Campaign. Rolex Sailor of the Year launches offshore racing team following Sail Canada Awards
February 11, 2015
The Moorings Establishes Charity Partnership with Pack for a Purpose
The Moorings is proud to announce a new partnership with Pack for a Purpose, a global initiative that helps travellers make a lasting impact on their destinations and the communities within them.
February 11, 2015
2015 Martinique Surf Pro: The Martinique leg of the world Qualification Series
The Caribbean is about to host the latest must attend event in the world surfing circuit. The first edition of the MARTINIQUE SURF PRO will take place from the 21st to 26th April, as part of the World Surf League Qualification Series (QS). Around a hundred competitors are expected to turn up in this magical location in Martinique, for a great sporting, musical and cultural event that must not be missed.
February 11, 2015
Bill Burk Memorial Award Recognizes Outstanding Youth
The Bill Burk Memorial Award, donated to Sail Canada in 1997 in honour of Bill Burk, recognizes outstanding youth male and female achievement in competitive sailing. Recipients of the award will have competed in National and International competition during the award year and brought recognition to Canadian competitive sailing.
February 11, 2015
Big Weather Drives Serious Buyers To The Vancouver Boat Show
The 53rd annual Vancouver International Boat Show closed on Sunday, January 25, with many exhibitors generating strong onsite sales and leads over the course of the five-day Show. Continued, historically low interest rates, and the sharp decline in the price of fuel, have resulted in a positive start to the year’s sales and have positioned Western Canada’s boating industry for an optimistic 2015.
February 11, 2015
North America’s Largest Indoor Boat Show Delivers Solid Sales To Launch 2015
The Toronto International Boat Show is an economic bellwether for the Canadian boating industry, and exhibitors at the 57th annual show reported sales that exceeded conservative expectations, with a majority of product categories experiencing positive results. Over 500 manufacturers, dealers and marine suppliers sold out more than a million square feet of the Direct Energy Centre at Toronto’s Exhibition Place from January 9 – 18, 2015.
February 11, 2015
2014 Regatta of the Year Award
The City of Kingston Regatta of the Year Award recognizes a regatta whereupon all aspects of race management have resulted in an overall organizational success; a well-coordinated and orchestrated event with a high level of community involvement, and positive feedback from participants, including sailors, coaches and officials.