January 27, 2026 Both the Vancouver and Toronto International Boat Shows wrapped up last week. These two major shows always offer guidance for the coming season and indicators of the sales levels we can expect. I was in the Toronto show almost every day and I spoke to many dealers about their results. Those selling…
January 27, 2026 World’s greatest boat show returns with three primary locations, including a return of the Yacht Collection to Collins Avenue, to create a more connected and accessible show footprint The 2026 Discover Boating® Miami International Boat Show® returns President’s Day weekend, Feb. 11–15. As one of the world’s largest showcases for boats and marine products,…
January 27, 2026 Partnership Expands Premium Watersports Experiences Across Muskoka and Beyond and Introduces a Specialized Tow & Surf Boat Service Centre Maple Leaf Marinas (MLM), Ontario’s largest operator of freshwater marinas and a leader in premium boating experiences, is proud to announce a new strategic partnership with Muskoka Wake, the region’s premier watersports school. This…
January 27, 2026 The highlight of the 2026 Toronto International Boat Show was the world debut of the Canadian ENVGO NV1 electric foiling cruiser. Lead by Mike Peasgood, the team who created the NV1 were developers of specialized drones and they applied their knowledge and skills to the NV1. This is the first electric foiling…
January 27, 2026 Marine Systems Certification at Georgian College, February 24-27, 2026 There are hundreds of systems on modern day boats. The ABYC Systems certification teaches you how to design, maintain, install and repair these systems with the confidence you need to succeed in today’s marine industry. This certification is the gold standard within the industry addressing air conditioning…
January 20, 2026 The dictionary definition of luxury often includes “owning a yacht” as an example of luxury. It’s not surprising that TV and magazine advertisements for the Lottery show the “lucky couple” on the deck of their big sailboat, the wind in their hair and the sun shine sparkling across the water. Of course,…
January 20, 2026 The American Boat & Yacht Council (ABYC) announced updates to its board of directors during its annual meeting in Charleston, held in conjunction with the organization’s 17th annual Standards Week. New board members include Kristina Hebert, president and CEO of Wards Marine Electric, and Heather Lougheed, president of the BoatUS Foundation. “I’m honored to join…
January 20, 2026 Northern American team enhances service capabilities and strengthens support becoming faster, smarter, and more connected to customers VETUS Maxwell Inc. is pleased to announce a strategic expansion to its Northern American team. Over the past year, VETUS Maxwell has added new roles across Applications Engineering, Integrations Engineering, and Customer Support, along with a newly strengthened Engineering Department. These additions have boosted…
January 20, 2026 A ground-breaking electric wake boat made its Canadian boat show debut last week at the Vancouver International Boat Show at Vancouver Convention Centre West. The Arc Sport is the world’s only 100 per cent electric powered wake boat and it was on display, giving show attendees a first-hand look at the technology that’s redefining wake…
January 13, 2026 According to the US Travel Association (USTA), inbound Canadian travel to the U.S. was down 23% year-to-date (Jan-Oct), which equates to an estimated $4bn (£3bn) loss compared to the previous year. The organization said roughly four million fewer Canadians had visited the U.S. at that point in 2025. As of December 17, 2025,…
January 13, 2026 As of Dec. 31, 2025, Transport Canada has made several updates to the Pleasure Craft Licence (PCL). Beginning this year pleasure craft licences must be renewed every five years – and current lifetime licences will be gradually replaced with PCLs that must be renewed every five years. Beginning in 2028 wind-powered pleasure…
January 13, 2026 Saxdor Yachts is pleased to announce the appointment of Don Smith as President of Sales for the Americas, effective January 1, 2026. This strategic leadership addition reflects Saxdor’s continued commitment to strengthening its global presence and accelerating growth across one of the world’s most influential marine markets. With more than 40 years of executive experience…
January 13, 2026 CEO Simon Judson: “Managing vessel capacity during peak seasonal demand continues to be a key challenge across the sector” Between 2022 and 2025, Peters & May achieved an average annual turnover growth of 17%, exceeding its long-term growth rate from 2010 to 2022. The UK Forwarding division played a key role, with turnover…
January 13, 2026 VETUS, a global leader in marine propulsion and onboard systems, is proud to unveil the all-new E-LINE 22 kW, extending its established E-LINE electric propulsion range. E-LINE motors are designed to deliver an exceptional boating experience, offering the same intuitive control and performance as a traditional combustion engine – but with the additional benefits of zero emissions…
January 13, 2026 Yamaha Financial Services is pleased to announce the 2025 Stay Outdoors Program grant recipients. This year $103,250 will be distributed to six not-for-profit organizations from across the country in support of their conservation, education, access and/or sustainable use initiatives. Since the launch of this program in 2022, Yamaha Financial Services has awarded nearly $400,000 to twenty-two organizations across…
January 13, 2026 Seats are still available, but register now. NMMA Canada’s Annual State of the Industry Breakfast is taking place during the Toronto International Boat Show. Proudly sponsored by Wells Fargo When: Tuesday, January 20, 2026 | 8:30 a.m.–11:00 a.m.Where: The Beanfield Centre (Exhibition Place), 105 Princes’ Blvd, Toronto, ON Join fellow industry leaders as we…
January 6, 2026 We are rapidly coming up to Canada‘s two largest boat shows, the Vancouver International Boat Show and the Toronto International Boat Show, both starting in under two weeks. Many of our Boating Industry Canada News Week Digest readers will be exhibitors and we recognize that this is a major commitment in marketing…
January 6, 2026 On December 22, 2025, Brunswick Corporation announced that it has been recognized by Newsweek with two prestigious workplace honors: America’s Greatest Workplaces for Culture, Belonging & Community 2026 and America’s Greatest Workplaces for Mental Well-Being. The awards highlight Brunswick’s continued commitment to fostering a workplace culture where employees feel valued, supported, and connected,…
January 6, 2026 In late December, HanseYachts AG, Germany’s largest manufacturer of sailing yachts and motorboats, announced that it is setting its sights on strong growth in the new year. This is to be achieved primarily through a personnel realignment of the company’s management, which will once again consist of two co-CEOs in the future. As…
January 6, 2026 NEW DATES: April 1–2, 2026 ABYC’s Marine Law Symposium is back in 2026! Join us in Annapolis, MD or online to navigate the legal aspects of recreational boating accidents and other information you won’t find anywhere else in the industry. Our expert panelists are preparing to dissect critical investigations and case studies that are impacting today’s verdicts. (https://abycinc.org/mls2026/) Sessions include: …