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June 11, 2012 – Vancouver, B.C. and Toronto, Ontario, Canada – Kerrwil Publications Limited announced today that it has formed a new partnership company, Adastra Media Inc., with Mark J. Collett and Brad Marsh, both of British Columbia. The partnership has been formed for the specific purpose of holding and operating Kerrwil’s marine media brands, Canadian Yachting and Boating Industry Canada.  The focus of operations for the new company will be these well established brands, all online platforms and related properties.

Marine Industry Dealer Certification is a new industry standards program developed in a cooperative effort by boat manufacturers, dealers, and engine builders, as part of an industry-wide effort to develop programs focused on delivering an excellent boating experience. The program provides dealers with a set of criteria designed to create continuous improvement across all departments and, in turn, develop processes for meeting and exceeding customer expectations. The criteria and business best practices address the quality of dealer sales, service, parts, follow-up, facilities, as well as employee and customer satisfaction. Criteria compliance must be verified by an independent program consultant, and dealers are reevaluated every year to ensure they continue to meet the Certification requirements.

2012 is an historic year for METS as it celebrates its 25th anniversary. To mark the special occasion, the METS team invites exhibitors, visitors and other professionals involved with the show over the years to send in photographs, newspaper clippings, personal videos and anecdotes to form the basis of special displays. The material will be used on the METS website and in prominent positions around METS 2012.

“For a quarter of a century, METS has been the launch pad for thousands of innovative products, the show of choice for major meetings and business deals, and a prized venue for social and networking events,”

In a Canadian Press report, we learned that two search-and rescue-volunteers have died after a boating accident on a dangerous set of rapids on British Columbia's Sunshine Coast.

The two women died late Sunday morning, June 2nd on the Skookumchuk rapids, about 60 kilometres north of Sechelt, B.C. The RCMP said four members of the Royal Canadian Marine Search and Rescue were heading through the rapids in a boat when the accident occurred.

At the end of May, Florida-based Tiger International Management entered into an asset purchase agreement with Hunter Marine Corp., Luhrs Corp. and Mainship Corp., according to court documents posted recently.

In what’s known as a “floor bidder” or  “stalking horse agreement,” Tiger International was approved by courts and creditors to become a base bidder for all assets of Hunter Marine and selected assets of Luhrs and Mainship.

Clint Moore has decided to retire as president of Volvo Penta of the Americas after more than 15 years of service. Clint Moore, will retire on September 1, 2012.

Moore, 65, has more than 35 years of experience in the marine industry ranging from propulsion to boat building to retail sales and has been with Volvo Penta since 1996.

You, or any of your friends and associates can now read the Boating Industry Canada June 2012 edition in digital form, live in online now!

This is a particularly important issue to members of Canada’s marine industry. We have a substantial article about the recent C&C Yachts Reunion and Conference where George Cuthbertson and most of the members of his illustrious team, gathered at the Royal Hamilton Yacht Club to celebrate the accomplishments and the legacy of what was probably the largest and most influential yacht builder in the world during their heyday.

For the eighth consecutive year, boat sellers and potential buyers gathered in Nanaimo’s waterfront for a successful three-day floating boat show. Inconsistent weather might have kept attendance a bit lower than last year, but there was a positive “buzz” for the three-day event. The mood among exhibitors and attendees was very positive. Buyers were present and some sales were clearly advanced and some were completed.

“The second-hand market is still strong”, reported broker Trevor Matthew of Westerly Yacht Sales, the west coast Beneteau dealer, “a few good nibbles on new boats too.

All 140 pages of the June Canadian Yachting Magazine is now online in digital form and available for you to read, copy, share with friends and refer back to at any time. And, it’s free!

There’s a lot of great reading in the June edition; see our new boat reviews on Hunter’s new 33, the magnificent Beneteau Swift Trawler 52 and the pilothouse version of Boston Whalers 285 model.

ASA Electronics, an international manufacturer of audio and video electronics is proud to announce a new business partnership with Pacific Advantage, who will be responsible for representing ASA in the marine OEM, marine aftermarket and spa industry segments in the Canadian provinces of British Columbia, Alberta and Saskatchewan.

ASA is the manufacturer of the Jensen marine brand of stereos, speakers, LCD TVs and other premium accessories. All of their products are specifically designed to withstand the rigors associated with an aquatic environment.

According to a recent CBC Windsor, Ontario web story, Ottawa will make a significant investment to protect the Great Lakes from the threat of Asian carp, a large invasive fish that could jeopardize the food supply of native species if it enters Canadian waters from the U.S.

Minister of Fisheries and Oceans Keith Ashfield has just announced that $17.5 million will be allocated over the next five years to four key activities: prevention, early warning, rapid response and management and control.

On May 28 and 29, 2012, members of the National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA) Canada met directly with Canadian MPs on Parliament Hill in Ottawa at the industry's first-ever Recreational Boating Day on the Hill.

NMMA Canada's board of directors and several of its members were organized into small groups for face-to-face meetings with more than a dozen MPs from ridings across Canada, members of Transport Canada and other policy makers.

In an announcement made May 31, 2012, we have learned that BRP is reorganizing part of its operations. Starting in 2013, the company will expand its existing production capacity in Mexico by transferring engines currently being manufactured in Juárez to a new plant. The assembly of watercraft (PWC) will also be transferred from Valcourt to the new plant. In addition, BRP will assign the North American distribution of its parts, accessories and clothing (PAC) to a logistics provider.

The Canadian Yachting Association is pleased to announce the following Olympic and Paralympic sailors who will be nominated to the Canadian Olympic Committee and Canadian Paralympic Committee for inclusion on the 2012 Canadian Olympic and Paralympic team.

The formal announcement took place at the Weymouth & Portland International Sailing Academy, home of the 2012 Olympic & Paralympic Sailing venue.

Mike Burns, President of North South Nautical Group is pleased to announce that Greg Stratychuk has been designated a Certified Professional Yacht Broker by the National Yacht Broker Certification program.  

Greg has been a power boater for over 25 years and an active member of the Canadian Power Squadron. He is a recognized provider of the Pleasure Craft Operator Card (PCOC) and publishes a regular newsletter to over 350 local boaters.

Crestliner is proud to welcome Shane Turcotte as the newest member of the Crestliner National Pro Team. Hailing from Goulais River, Ontario, Canada, Turcotte has been fishing for more than 30 years. He launched his professional fishing career more than four years ago, and quickly made a name for himself as a fierce competitor and seasoned educator.

Turcotte splits his time on the water between tournament fishing—on the Northern Ontario Walleye Trail and Cabela’s Masters Walleye Circuit—and teaching others tips and techniques for multiple species through his guide service,

The Beneteau Swift Trawler 34 (The Greatest Loop) was at the Port Credit Yacht Club this past Saturday afternoon for a viewing, combined with a cocktail party sponsored by Anchor Yacht Sales the Beneteau Power Boat Dealer, Powerboat America-Beneteau Group and Canadian Yachting. The new Trawler was a great hit with the guests who got to explore the fit and finish of this magnificent vessel as well as see the versatility and ease of handling that was demonstrated in the harbour.

At the 48th-annual, 24 Heure Motonautiques de Rouen, Mercury – Canada has sponsored, Canadian Powerboat Champion, Tammy Wolf and the Rouen Women’s Team.

“The 24 Hours of Rouen is legendary in powerboat racing, it is one of the toughest events in history. Mercury is proud to be involved with this event and is thrilled to make history with this extremely talented team.” Georges Jalbert, General Manager, Mercury Canada.

On Saturday, June 23, 2012, the S.S. Keewatin returns to Port McNicoll, Ontario bringing full circle a storied, 100-year route for the crown jewel in the Canadian Pacific Railway’s once-mighty Great Lakes Steamship fleet.

The S.S. Keewatin is the last remaining Edwardian passenger steamship in the world, five years older than the Titanic and as luxuriously appointed. Skyline International Development Inc. celebrates the ship’s historic return to the town of Port McNicoll not only as an homage to the region’s rich past, but as the first step in its revitalized and prosperous future.