Boating Industry Canada News Week Archives

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News Week contains newsworthy pieces pertaining to the Canadian boating / marine industry.
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Archived Issues of Boating Industry Canada’s News Week
 

2025
U.S. Coast Guard Cutter Force Set to Remove PyrotechnicsDecember 2, 2025
Azimut Accelerates in Canada with the Expansion of its Partnership with Marine 360November 25, 2025
Nominations are still open for the NMMA Canada Hall of Fame AwardNovember 18, 2025
Recreational Marine Industry Applauds Removal of the Luxury Tax on Boats in Budget 2025November 11, 2025
Saxdor Yachts extends its global reach by taking on the Canadian marketNovember 4, 2025
Charlie Bulmer July 13, 1932-October 22, 2025October 28, 2025
Simrad Marine Electronics Unveils Simrad AutoCaptainOctober 21, 2025
Preparing for Canada’s Federal Budget—November 4October 14, 2025
Dometic DG3 Gyrostabilizer named a finalist in the Fast Company 2025 Innovation by Design AwardsOctober 7, 2025
Urgent – Action Needed for Apprentice Training at Georgian CollegeSeptember 30, 2025
Brunswick Boat Group Announces Strategic Consolidation of Fiberglass Boat Manufacturing OperationsSeptember 23, 2025
Cruisers Yachts Unveils the All-New VTR FleetSeptember 16, 2025
All Boaters Need Your Support to Continue the Safety Education and Distress Flare Disposal ProgramSeptember 9, 2025
Yamaha Unveils 29-Foot Flagship to Redefine Luxury Jet BoatingSeptember 2, 2025
2025 Boating BC Conference: Rocking the IndustryAugust 26, , 2025
Vancouver International Boat Show 2026 Space Renewals & Early Bird Rates!August 19, 2025
New NMMA Report Highlights 2024 Canadian Economic & Boating TrendsAugust 12, 2025
OP Media Group Limited Acquires Canadian Boating, Boating Industry Canada, and PORTS Cruising GuidesAugust 5, 2025
Mercury Marine Expands V10 Verado Lineup with All-New 425hp Outboard and Enhanced 350hp ModelJuly 29, 2025
Aviara Boats Charts a Bold New Future Under Cruisers YachtsJuly 22, 2025
Paddle into History at Lock & Paddle 2025!July 15, 2025
CanBoat (Canadian Power and Sail Squadrons) offers Safety Equipment and Flare Disposal Days again in 2025July 8, 2025
Canadian Marine Retailers Association engages with Federal Politicians at NMMA Canada Day on the Hill July 1, 2025
Wind Shift in OttawaJune 24, 2025
The Benefits of Becoming an Employer of Choice in the Boating IndustryJune 17, 2025
Exciting Changes coming to the 63rd Vancouver International Boat ShowJune 10, 2025
Volvo Penta Unveils Ground-Breaking Electric IPS Marine Propulsion RangeJune 3, 2025
Eric Fetchko Wins 2025 Eddie Smith Manufacturer of the Year Award from Center for Sportfishing PolicyMay 27, 2025
Boaters Helping Boaters – CanBoat and Safe Boating WeekMay 20, 2025
Boaters helping Boaters at CanBoat / NautiSavoir’s Flare Disposal Days eventsMay 13, 2025
BoatClass Expands to more than 35 Locations including CanadaMay 6, 2025
Understanding Boat Insurance: Actual Cash Value vs. Agreed Value, Salvage Rights, and Marina Hold Harmless AgreementsApril 29, 2025
IN MEMORIAM – ELIZABETH ANN KERRApril 22, 2025
Best Time to Buy a New BoatApril 15, 2025
Clean Marine Program Celebrates 30th AnniversaryApril 8, 2025
Boating Ontario Regional Meetings Update EveryoneApril 1, 2025
Groupe Beneteau Reports Good Financial Performance for 2024 in an Unfavorable ContextMarch 25, 2025
CRITICAL IDEA TO SAVE CANADA’S BOAT BUSINESSMarch 18, 2025
New Products to Make Boating BetterMarch 11, 2025
Doug Ford retains his majority by playing the Trump cardMarch 4, 2025
All Hands On Deck!February 25, 2025
Dometic expands its Marine business with new innovative gyrostabilizer Dometic DG3February 18, 2025
Yamaha Motor Canada Appoints New PresidentFebruary 11, 2025
Yamaha’s Hydrogen Combustion Engine a Glimpse into the Future at Toronto Boat ShowFebruary 4, 2024
Legend Boats’ Marc Duhamel Inducted into NMMA Canada Hall of FameJanuary 28, 2025
NOAA withdraws North Atlantic Right Whale Vessel Strike Reduction RuleJanuary 21, 2025
Georgian College – ABYC Marine Systems Certification – February 11-14, 2025January 14, 2025
Annual NMMA Canada State of the Industry Breakfast at TIBS expected to be Sold OutJanuary 7, 2025
2024
Canadian Company ENVGO Leads Electric Hydrofoil Development in North AmericaDecember 17, 2024
EcoMarine Develops Underwater ROV to Remove Invasive Species and Reduce EmissionsDecember 10, 2024
Celebrating a Lifetime of Impact – Campbell BlackDecember 3, 2024
IBEX acquires Professional Boatbuilder MagazineNovember 26, 2024
IMPACT – Virtual MarineNovember 19, 2024
Kropf Industrial Delivers First All-Electric Travel LiftNovember 12, 2024
Mobile Marine Simulator revolutionizes Emergency Training in SaskatchewanNovember 5, 2024
Brunswick reports Q3 sales down 20.1% vs 2023October 29, 2024
BRP announces intention to sell Alumcraft, Manitou, Telwater and marine P&A businessesOctober 22, 2024
2024 NMMA Canada Hall of Fame—Call for NominationsOctober 15, 2024
Make Your Voices Heard on Mandatory PFD WearOctober 8, 2024
2024 Boating BC Conference Early Bird rates still available!October 1, 2024
Rightboat appoints Josie Tucci as VP of Marketing and GM for North AmericaSeptember 24, 2024
Transport Canada public consultation and survey on mandatory wearing of PFDsSeptember 17, 2024
Volvo Penta unveils helm-to-propeller hybrid-electric packageSeptember 10, 2024
Aquila Power Catamarans appoints new Chief Revenue OfficerSeptember 3, 2024
So much going on!August 27, 2024
Ask Transport Canada to reinstate funding for the CanBoat / CPS flare collection programAugust 20, 2024
The Rigging Shoppe Announces New OwnershipAugust 13, 2024
Multiple agencies urging for increased safety on BC waterwaysAugust 6, 2024
CRA Numbers Show Luxury Tax Destroys Jobs and Hurts Local BusinessesJuly 30, 2024
BREAKING NEWS: CRA Numbers Show Luxury Tax a Failed PolicyJuly 23, 2024
Powering big cruisers in the futureJuly 16, 2024
Distress Flare Disposal UpdateJuly 9, 2024
Four Winns’ new H9 is stunningJuly 2, 2024
Distressing Situation Flares Up Again!June 25, 2024
Toronto International Boat Show confirms a 9-day show in 2025June 18, 2024
Mercury Marine Launches the Avator™ 75e and 110e Outboards, Expanding the Range of its Award-Winning Electric Propulsion Series to Power Bigger Sustainable Adventures on the WaterJune 11, 2024
NMMA Canada’s Day on the Hill event hits a new high in 2024June 4, 2024
Canadian Power and Sail Squadrons / Escadrilles canadienne de plaisance (CPS-ECP) rebrands to CanBoat / NautiSavoirMay 28, 2024
Nominate your Boating Heroes today for the Canadian Safe Boating AwardsMay 21, 2024
Safe Boating Awareness Week is May 18 – May 24thMay 14, 2024
Embark Safely: Canadian Safe Boating Council Launches Annual Safe Boating Awareness Week Canada-wide: From May 18th to May 24th, 2024May 7, 2024
ABYC Announces Outstanding Technician Winners – 10 winners selected from over 130 nominationsApril 30, 2024
ABYC Marine Service Technician WeekApril 23, 2024
Post your Career Opportunities for FREEApril 16, 2024
Changes to the Marine Safety Fees Regulations (Vessel Registry Fees)April 9, 2024
Limestone Boats Resuming Production in Canada – With a Clever TwistApril 2, 2024
TIBS Skills demonstration attracts new Georgian College students – Regional and National Competitions this springMarch 26, 2024
Canadian Marine Retailers Association Announces Inaugural Board of DirectorsMarch 19, 2024
Recreational Boating Industry Decries Advancement of Vessel Speed RuleMarch 12, 2024
Freedom Marine named 2024 Employer of Choice Award Winner by Boating Industry CanadaMarch 5, 2024
Vote for Dorothy, BC’s Iconic Sailing Yacht, in the Classic Boat Awards 2024February 27, 2024
Yamaha develops Hydrogen Fuel System with Roush and Regulator Marine, Hydrogen Outboard unveiled at Miami International Boat ShowFebruary 20, 2024
That’s a wrap on a terrific 2024 Vancouver International Boat ShowFebruary 13, 2024
Brunswick 2023 Revenues Second-Best On RecordFebruary 6, 2024
Andy Adams inducted into the NMMA Canada Hall of FameJanuary 30, 2024
Yamaha Motor Announces Intent to Acquire Electric Marine Propulsion Manufacturer TorqeedoJanuary 23, 2024
66th Annual Toronto International Boat Show Returns to Exhibition PlaceJanuary 16, 2024
Changes may impact our industry – Vessel Operating Restriction Regulations ConsultationJanuary 9, 2024
BRP Celebrates 20 Years of Adventures and InnovationJanuary 2, 2024
2023
Brunswick Corporation to exhibit industry-leading ACES Technologies at the 2024 Consumer Electronics ShowDecember 19, 2023
Did you share your boating regulation comments with Transport Canada?December 12, 2023
2024 NMMA Canada Hall of Fame — Call for NominationsDecember 5, 2023
Canada’s Marine Retailers Band Together to Form New Canadian Marine Retailers AssociationNovember 28, 2023
New Global Research Outlines Portfolio Of Technologies To Further Reduce Carbon Emissions From Recreational BoatsNovember 21, 2023
Labour shortages in Canada’s marine transportation sectorNovember 14, 2023
Federal Government Empowers Minister of Transport to Curb Watercraft UsageNovember 7, 2023
Mercury Marine’s Eric Nelson Elected Chair of the NMMA Canada Board of DirectorsOctober 31, 2023
Canadian Yachting changes name to Canadian BoatingOctober 24, 2023
IBEX 2023 Announces Record-Breaking TurnoutOctober 17, 2023
IBEX Announces Winners of the 2023 Innovation AwardsOctober 10, 2023
Brunswick Corporation named by Newsweek as one of the World’s Most Trustworthy CompaniesOctober 3, 2023
Honda Marine debuts all-new BF350 outboardSeptember 26, 2023
Involve promising employees in our industry through Distributor Shows or ConferencesSeptember 29, 2023
Brunswick Corporation announces the acquisition of FliteboardSeptember 12, 2023
Positive trends for marine industry careersSeptember 5, 2023
Mercury Marine launches Avator™ 20e and 35e electric outboards – raising the bar for performance, ease of charging and connectivityAugust 29, 2023
Nominations open for 4th International Electric Boat Awards – The GussiesAugust 22, 2023
Le Boat announces its expansion in Canada – The Trent Severn WaterwayAugust 15, 2023
Toronto International Boat Show reminder – return your Space Application & Deposit by August 15 to receive the Early Bird Rate!August 8, 2023
Corporate Profile – Dometic Outdoor Global Marine DivisionAugust 1, 2023
Stay Safe on the Water with what3words and a Float PlanJuly 25, 2023
Marine Industry Career Path: Kevin StoppJuly 18, 2023
Government of Canada invests in Remote Monitoring of Hazardous VesselsJuly 11, 2023
Submit your products for the 2023 IBEX Innovation AwardsJuly 4, 2023
Important marina safety tips from ESA, the Electrical Safety AuthorityJune 27, 2023
Georgian College student Xander Powell wins gold at Skills Canada competitionJune 20, 2023
BRP reports First Quarter Revenues up 34%June 13, 2023
Lakefront Promenade Marina Completes 2-Year Infrastructure Project with Kropf IndustrialJune 6, 2023
NMMA reports recreational boating’s economic impact soars to $230 BillionMay 30, 2023
Have your say on the proposed changes to Small Vessel Regulations for licensing a pleasure craftMay 23, 2023
Georgian College and Mercury Marine host High School Student eventMay 16, 2023
Make this the year to become an “Employer of Choice” businessMay 9, 2023
Marie-France MacKinnon to lead NMMA Canada as new Executive DirectorMay 2, 2023
Celebrate your marine service technicians this week!April 25, 2023
BRP officially opens its first European Design and Innovation centre in Sophia AntipolisApril 18, 2023
Engine Cut-off Switches – public consultationApril 11, 2023
Marine Industry Career Path: Nathanial StabenowApril 4, 2023
BRP reports record resultsMarch 28, 2023
Luxury Tax issues – Government report prompts responseMarch 21, 2023
Nimbus Group buys EdgeWater Boats for $9.5mMarch 14, 2023
Georgian College course – Safe Lifting-Marina OperatorsMarch 7, 2023
ABYC Announces 2nd Annual International Marine Service Technician WeekFebruary 28, 2023
More on mandatory PFD wearFebruary 21, 2023
URGENT call for all marine industry professionals to respond to Transport Canada mandatory PFD proposalsFebruary 14, 2023
Winners Announced for the 2023 Boating Industry Canada Employer of Choice (BICEOC) Awards.February 7, 2023
Standing room crowd at the NMMA Canada State of the Industry BreakfastJanuary 31, 2023
In-person Toronto International Boat Show is back!January 24, 2023
ABYC Announces Board Members and Award Recipients at Annual MeetingJanuary 17, 2023
Brunswick Corporation announces evolution of iconic parent brandJanuary 10, 2023
Register now for NMMA Canada’s State of the Industry Breakfast at TIBSJanuary 3, 2023
2022
Great reading – Gallery of Canadian Marine Graduate ProfilesDecember 20, 2022
Mercury Marine’s Les Sparks to retire after 50 yearsDecember 13, 2022
K.C. Stock, Cruisers Yachts previous owner, dies at 84December 6, 2022
NMMA’s Sara Anghel departs for Greater Toronto Hotel AssociationNovember 29, 2022
Mercury Marine introduces the industry’s first V10 outboards — the all-new 350 and 400hp Verado enginesNovember 22, 2022
Canada Harmonizes Vehicle and Engine Emission Standards with U.S. EPA RulesNovember 15, 2022
Transport Canada accepts ABYC Electrical Standards for Electric and Hybrid VesselsNovember 8, 2022
BRP adds four prestigious design awards to its impressive 2022 and overall collectionNovember 1, 2022
IBEX announces winners of the 2022 Innovation AwardsOctober 25, 2022
2023 NMMA Canada Hall of Fame Opens Call for NominationsOctober 18, 2022
The Bateau à flot de Québec and Montreal events were a great success!October 11, 2022
Vision Marine receives initial purchase order from The Limestone Boat Company US$2 million purchase order for 25 E-Motion™ 180E powertrainsOctober 4, 2022
BREAKING NEWS – IBEX 2022 CANCELLEDSeptember 27, 2022
IBEX 2022 announces judging panel for Innovation AwardsSeptember 20, 2022
Nominate Your Boating Heroes Today – CANADIAN SAFE BOATING AWARDSSeptember 13, 2022
Mustang Survival sponsors first Canadian seeking to make history to complete Vendée GlobeSeptember 6, 2022
Yamaha Watercraft unveils new 22-foot boats plus, game-changing low-speed handling, dock assist and moreAugust 30, 2022
It’s official – Campion Marine shuts down on August 31August 23, 2022
Technology will transform the business, not just the boatsAugust 16, 2022
Brunswick Corporation Establishes Navico Group – the marine industry’s leading supplier of integrated systems and productsAugust 9, 2022
Marine Industry Career Path: Darrah JamesAugust 2, 2022
Partnership launched with Beneteau and Vision Marine Technologies for electric outboard powerboatsJuly 26, 2022
Taiga begins deliveries of its Orca Electric Personal WatercraftJuly 19, 2022
Toronto International Boat Show announces the space application process for the 65th Anniversary show is now underway!July 12, 2022
Tell us your opinions in the “Canadian Electric Outboard Motor Survey”July 5, 2022
Sharrow Marine and Yamaha Marine Precision Propellers announce global distribution and manufacturing supply agreementJune 28, 2022
Trent-Severn Waterway announces partial closure due to high water levels and flowsJune 21, 2022
Report on Recreational Boating Day on the Hill 2022June 14, 2022
VoltSafe meets increasing demand for its patented tech by launching strategic community financing roundJune 7, 2022
Boating Ontario Association awarded grant from Transport Canada – Boating Safety Contribution ProgramMay 31, 2022
A close call! CBSA announces over 300 Small Vessel Reporting Stations will be open this weekMay 24, 2022
Safe Boating Awareness Week – May 21st-27th, 2022May 17, 2022
KingFisher Boats announces production facility expansionMay 10, 2022
A “Major Win” on the implementation of the Luxury TaxMay 3, 2022
Boating Industry Canada Marine Graduate Series: Kimberly KellyApril 26, 2022
ABYC encourages participation in Marine Service Technician WeekApril 19, 2022
Maple Leaf Marinas has announced the acquisitions of three Ontario MarinasApril 12, 2022
Pat Nelder retires from Boating AtlanticApril 5, 2022
Luxury Tax Draft Legislation Released—Submit Your CommentsMarch 29, 2022
2022 Dates for Flare Disposal and Safety Equipment Education!March 22, 2022
Oak Bay Marine Group achieves Award status in Boating Industry Canada Employer of Choice (BICEOC) AwardsMarch 15, 2022
Desmasdon’s Boat Works and Beacon Marine achieve Award status in Boating Industry Canada Employer of Choice (BICEOC) Awards for the 6th yearMarch 8, 2022
Gibbons Motor Toys are Award winners Boating Industry Canada Employer of Choice AwardsMarch 1, 2022
Dometic Vancouver named as Employer of Choice Award Winner by Boating Industry CanadaFebruary 22, 2022
NMMA Canada Inducts Brunswick’s Tom MacNair into Hall of FameFebruary 15, 2022
Still time to register! NMMA Canada Virtual State of the Industry Session February 8, 2022February 8, 2022
Register Now! NMMA Canada Virtual State of the Industry Session February 8, 2022February 1, 2022
Fire hits Brewers’ Marine Supply in HamiltonJanuary 25, 2022
BCI Marine partners with Aqua superPower to install fast-charging points throughout CanadaJanuary 18, 2022
SAILING IN CANADA launches across the countryJanuary 11, 2022
Luxury Tax Survey – PRELIMINARY RESULTSJanuary 4, 2022
2021
Toronto International Boat Show and Vancouver International Boat Show cancel in-person events for 2022December 21, 2021
Sail Canada and Canadian Yachting to launch a new joint bimonthly newsletterDecember 14, 2021
PORTS Cruising Guides announce new Lake Ontario 2023 edition!December 7, 2021
Economic Analysis: Proposed Luxury Tax on new boats will be job killer & have major negative impact on boating sectorNovember 30, 2021
Product scarcity prompts NMMA to postpone five shows to 2023, launches two new eventsNovember 23, 2021
Register now for the 2021 Boating BC ConferenceNovember 16, 2021
NMMA reports that the U.S. and EU have struck a deal to remove retaliatory tariffs on American boatsNovember 9, 2021
NMMA Canada ramps up advocacy as new Federal Cabinet sworn-inNovember 2, 2021