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Message From The Editor
Our Strength is People…
If that expression, (actually an advertising slogan) rings a bell it’s because it has been around for decades. The company that uses the slogan “Our strength is people” is ArcelorMittal Dofasco, the Canadian steel manufacturer. Actually, the full (and iconic) motto, that has been in use since 1970, is “Our product is steel. Our strength is people”.
It’s a clever and memorable line and I think that same thinking could apply to the marine industry. We may be focused on the boats, the marinas and the wonderful experiences of boating, but it is the people in our industry who make it all work for our customers. That’s why Boating Industry Canada News Week has long supported and promoted the Employer of Choice Awards program. It’s a methodology for cultivating a better work environment and for encouraging our people to their best efforts. Many companies have participated in the Employer of Choice Awards program and we celebrate the companies who achieved Award levels this year.
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Featured
All Boaters Need Your Support for Distress Flare Disposal Program
Regular readers of Boating Industry Canada News Week Digest know that we are concerned about the loss of options for boaters to dispose of their expired Distress Flares. Regulations in Canada require owners of many boats to carry distress flares. Across Canada there are marine chandleries and other retail outlets who accept expired flares for disposal, often when customers are purchasing fresh flares. READ MORE |
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Events
Will we see you at IBEX?
Here’s what ABYC will be up to during IBEX from October 6–9. IBEX is just a month away! Join ABYC in Tampa, FL, for the International BoatBuilders’ Exhibition & Conference (IBEX) October 6–9 for a pre-conference ABYC Standards Certification course… READ MORE |
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International Institute of Marine Surveying Canada’s first Hamilton, Ontario Conference
You are invited to join us on October 22–23, 2025, at the scenic Hamilton, Ontario waterfront for the International Institute of Marine Surveying Canada’s first Ontario Conference—a premier gathering of marine professionals from across Canada and beyond. READ MORE |
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Education
American Boat Builders & Repairers Association to Deliver Specialized Boatyard Programming at IBEX 2025
The American Boat Builders & Repairers Association (ABBRA) announced that it will partner with the International Boatbuilders’ Exhibition & Conference (IBEX) to present a dedicated series of seminars for boatyard professionals at this year’s event, scheduled for October 7–9, 2025, in Tampa, Florida. READ MORE |
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Product Focus
Airmar Expands Medium Frequency Ultra-Wide Chirp Line with Two New Dual-Frequency Transducer Models
AIRMAR® Technology Corporation, a global leader in ultrasonic transducers and Chirp technology, is excited to announce the addition of two new dual-frequency models to its line of medium frequency ultra-wide beam transducers. These latest models combine powerful performance with innovative design, offering unmatched sonar coverage for anglers and commercial users alike. READ MORE |
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Just Launched
Aquila Expands into Sailing Catamarans with Stylish and Innovative 44, 50, and 63-foot Cruising Models
Aquila leans into sailing roots to deliver new sailing catamarans with hybrid propulsion, distinctive forward cockpits, and uncompromising manufacturing. Aquila, the premier manufacturer of power catamarans, has announced its expansion into the sailing catamaran market with the introduction of three new models: the Aquila 44ES, 50ES, and 63ES sailing catamarans. READ MORE |
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People
John (Jack) Alexander Hurst
Peacefully, “The Little Buckaroo from Inglewood”, left this world on September 15th, 2025 in the Geriatric Rehab Unit at Parkwood Institute, London, Ontario. Jack spent a happy week at the Rehab Centre and was proud of his progress. He was in his 91st year. READ MORE
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David Lauchlan MacDougall – June 3, 1952 – September 17, 2025
It is with deep sadness that we share the passing of David MacDougall. David was the cherished father of Amanda Carlos (Michael Bercovich), Drew MacDougall (Kaylyn MacDougall), and Lara MacDougall (Brian Hoey), and the much-loved “Grandpa Trailer” to Cali and Kinger. READ MORE
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Calendar
The Boating Industry Canada News Week Digest calendar helps you plan ahead for the greatest personal benefit by attending events such as Distributor Shows, Industry Conferences, and of course, Boat Shows.
Check the Calendar for the latest Event Listings and their websites for details.
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Related Posts
Recreational Marine Industry Applauds Removal of the Luxury Tax on Boats in Budget 2025
OTTAWA (November 4, 2025)—Canada’s boating industry applauds Budget 2025’s commitment to remove the devastating luxury tax on boats, a failed tax policy that unfairly punished Canadian manufacturers and workers. When the luxury tax was first implemented in September 2022, Canada’s marine industry leaders were quick to point out the impending losses of middle-class jobs, government tax revenues and sales declines.
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Highfield Boats Announces New Escape Fiberglass-Hull Center Console Rib Series
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