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Canadian Marine Retailers Association Announces Inaugural Board of Directors

CMRA

Mar 19, 2024

The Canadian Marine Retailers Association (CMRA) are proud to present their newly appointed Board of Directors. This team of passionate professionals will forge the strategic plans for CMRA and create a strong foundation for Canada’s $13.9B * recreational boating sector.

“We are excited to work with this strong team as we raise the voice of positive impact of the boating sector on national advocacy issues” said Board President, Rick Layzell.

“I am honoured to serve as Treasurer for CMRA while also accepting the nomination to represent CMRA on the NMMA Canada Board of Directors” quoted Josée Côté.

For more information about the Canadian Marine Retailers Association email info@canadianmarineretailers.ca.

*Source – NMMA Canada statistical abstract

About CMRA:

As the voice of all aspects of retail in Canada’s recreational marine industry, CMRA members represent over 800 member companies across the country. CMRA was formed to create a cohesive and constructive national voice for advocacy issues on behalf of the recreational boating sector.

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