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We would like to extend our condolences to the family, friends and colleagues of Ron Kelly who passed away on Tuesday May 27, 2014. Ron was the founder of Bayview Yacht Harbour in Portland, Ontario.Please see below a write-up that was sent to us by Boating Ontario and written by Mike Kelly. Thank you.
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TED GOZZARD – June 13, 1933 to May 15, 2014
Ted Gozzard is described as a traditionalist, a firm believer in quality and craftsmanship. Raised in Sheffield, England, Ted apprenticed as a carpenter-joiner and gradually earned his journeyman’s papers in boat building, masonry and carpentry. When Ted came to Ontario he worked in the construction business in London, Ontario and designed and supervised the construction of homes and subdivisions there. In his spare time he had built and was sailing a much modified Thunderbird.
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CANADA’S TITANIC: THE EMPRESS OF IRELAND OPENING AND COMMEMORATIVE STAMP UNVEILING
Maritime Museum of BC is hosting with Canada Post and Salvation Army representation to unveil the stamp. Also, several Empress of Ireland notables including collector Chris Klausen will be at the event. Bruce Ivany, a local resident and descendant of an Empress of Ireland survivor will cut ribbon officially opening the gallery. -
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FUGAWI ANNOUNCES $10 NV DIGITAL CHARTS
Industry leading online chart service Fugawi X-Traverse, has announced incredible new pricing for NV Digital Charts. Designed for use with the popular iNavX iOS app, NV charts of the United States East Coast and the Caribbean are now available for download. -
PORT CREDIT SPRING BOAT SHOW OFFERED ENTHUSIASTIC CROWDS AND GREAT ATTENDANCE
The Port Credit Spring Boat Show this past weekend was a huge success. With the weather cooperating the crowds were able to enjoy a terrific venue and browse the boats and exhibits available. Show organizers were thrilled with the number of people who came by to have a good time and check out the offerings.
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THINKDEM RELEASES THE 5TH GENERATION OF BOATDEALERS.CA
Digital Era Media Inc., new age digital media publishers of Canadian marine & powersports listing sites has announced that it has launched the 5th generation of BoatDealers.ca. This new version provides numerous improvements, optimizations, andperformance increases. Additional services are also planned. -
BENETEAU ANNOUNCES BENETEAU CUP AND RENDEZVOUS SCHEDULE
Beneteau America announces an extensive schedule of owners’ events including 16 Owners Rendezvous and 4 Beneteau Cup series tobe held in North America this Summer and through Fall. -
TIARA YACHTS WELCOMES ED HUCK MARINE TO DEALER NETWORK
Tiara Yachts is excited to announce the appointment of Ed Huck Marine as its newest dealer for the Ontario, Canada market. Ed Huck Marine, located in the beautiful village of Rockport, Ontario, provides 1000 Islands boaters the most enjoyable recreational experience by offering the finest facilities, products and knowledgeable staff available. The marina is celebrating their 125th year in business -
EMAIL MARKETING LAW IN CANADA HAS CHANGED … ARE YOU READY?
The NEW Canadian Anti-Spam Legislation (CASL) comes into effect on July 1st. If your business sends emails or texts from Canada or to Canada, CASL impacts you. This free 30-minute webinar hosted by Tracey Hart, Director of Marketing for Discover Boating Canada and presented by Lonnie Brodkin-Schneider of Miller Thomson LLP, a national Canadian law firm, will cover basic CASL requirements and how to ensure your marketing efforts are compliant. Learn best practices for your business, from gathering emails to sending marketing newsletters andTED GOZZARD OF BAYFIELD YACHTS AND GOZZARD YACHTS HAS PASSED AWAY
NMMA CANADA RECEIVES FUNDING FOR DISCOVER BOATING HANDS-ON SKILLS TRAINING
New On-Water Boating Clinics to be introduced at Montreal In-Water, Toronto and Vancouver Boat Shows The National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA) Canada has announced that it has received $87,225 in funding from Transport Canada to support the Discover Boating Hands-On Skills Training program for three years, a national program designed to educate Canadians to become confident and safe boaters.READY TO DROP ANCHOR, PORT CREDIT BOAT SHOW ALREADY 85% SOLD OUT
The first annual Port Credit Boat Show is 85% sold out. Sponsored by Canadian Yachting, Erin Park Lexus and Snug Harbour Seafood Bar & Grill and featuring more than 50 boats and 40 exhibitors, the Port Credit Boat Show offers visitors a head-start on summer and the chance to shop for everything they’ll need for the new boating season. “We’ve got it all,” says Show Manager Scott MacInnes, “from stand-up yoga paddle boats to a $1.4 million Neptunus 55 Express, there’s something for every level of boater and every price range.”
