Changing Scene

THE NMMA CANADIAN RECREATIONAL BOATING INDUSTRY BREAKFAST – DEADLINE EXTENDED

All boating industry professionals are invited to attend the 2014 NMMA Canadian Recreational Boating Industry Session to be held January 14th at the Galleria East in the Direct Energy Centre during the Toronto International Boat Show, Exhibition Place in Toronto. The event opens at 8:30am with a hot breakfast, then Presentations from 9:00am–11:00am. Registration deadline for this popular event has been extended to January 9, 2014.

Andy Adams, Editor at Boating Industry Canada will welcome the guests and introduce special guest speaker John Peak, Managing Director Capital Markets, GE Capital with an important global business review.

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2013 BOATING ONTARIO CONFERENCE & TRADE SHOW WINDS UP DECEMBER 3

The 2013 Boating Ontario Conference & Trade Show attracted a significantly increased attendance over the 2012 show and conference delegates all seemed very pleased with this informative and valuable event. Held at Deerhurst Resort in Huntsville Ontario, the event opened on Sunday, December 1 with a reception and dinner. Keynote speaker Donald Dubois, president of Princecraft Boats opened the conference on the morning of December 2, and his inspiring address began by telling the audience about 3 things; the 60th Anniversary of Canadian company Princecraft Boats in 2014, how they manage the business and he also

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INTERLUX MICRON CF COPPER FREE

Interlux Micron CF offers great performance in the copper-free paint category as well as the longevity boat owners have come to expect from traditional copper-based antifoulings. Formulated using less solvent to meet all VOC regulations, it is available only in the USA in vibrant colors – crisp black, shell white, red, green and blue – and suitable for all types of boats, all substrates and all waters.

Like all the other paints in the Interlux Micron Technology range, Micron CF provides multi-seasonal performance, reduced maintenance and the ability to haul and re-launch without the need to repaint. Its self-smoothing characteristics also help maximize fuel economy.

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BAD ELF GPS FOR LIGHTNING CONNECTOR

The Bad Elf GPS for Lightning™ Connector quickly acquires a satellite lock anywhere in the world – without cell tower assistance. No Internet connection or monthly subscription is required. The Bad Elf GPS for Lightning™ Connector (BE-GPS-1008) is an officially licensed by Apple plug-in dongle that instantly adds location support for iPhone 5, iPad Mini and iPod touch (5th generation). The new Bad Elf GPS for Lightning Connector features a high performance, 66 channel WAAS enabled GPS that delivers latitude, longitude, altitude, speed, GPS track and time. The receiver is accurate to within 9 feet (2.5 meters) and performs up to 60,000 feet and up to 1000 MPH.

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BLAKE NICHOLLS PRESENCE WILL BE MISSED BY THE BOATING COMMUNITY

The boating industry is very sad to mark the unexpected passing of Blake Nicholls on November 25th. Blake opened Nicholls Marine on Niagara Blvd in Fort Erie in 1956. Beloved husband of the late Miranda "Patricia" (2005). Loving father of Timothy (Judy) Nicholls, Cathy Lewis and Penny (Jeff) Shaw. Cherished grandfather of Nicole and Adam Lewis, Brent, Alison and Christina Nicholls and Olivia Shaw. Sadly missed by his sisters Lynn Edwards and Elaine King and many nieces and nephews.

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THE PACIFIC YACHT CONFERENCE COMES TO VANCOUVER NEXT MAY

With its spectacular cruising grounds visited by relatively few superyachts, compared to say the Caribbean or the Mediterranean, the Pacific Northwest coastline appears to be a well-kept secret, at least in large yacht circles. A new conference taking place aims to put Puget Sound, BC, Alaska and the entire region`s coast firmly on the superyacht map. The Pacific Yacht Conference taking place in Vancouver on 28th & 29th May, 2014 is an international industry conference that will aim to draw participants from across the globe.

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ONTARIO SAILING LAUNCHES CONSUMER OUTREACH PROGRAM

Sailing organisation aims to grow boating participation in Canada’s most populous province. Ontario Sailing, a not-for-profit, volunteer organisation committed to promoting sailing in Canada’s most populous province, has launched a new consumer outreach plan that the organisation hopes will entice more people to go boating. The new Get Into Sailing program will be officially launched at the Toronto International Boat Show, to be held from January 10-19 at the Direct Energy Centre in downtown Toronto. Ontario Sailing will also promote the new program at the Toronto Outdoor Adventure Show, held from February 21-23 at the International Centre near the Toronto airport.

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CANADIAN DISTRIBUTOR TAKES ON WAVEBLADE

With its three newest distributors, Waveblade Inc. continues to makes its mark around the world. Lodestone Yachts of China, Canada's McAlpha Inc. and Bristol Marine Supply of Costa Rica will now carry the PowerShark and Waveblade handheld, submersible hull cleaning tools.

McAlpha Inc. of Calgary, Alberta, brings Waveblade to Western Canada. Meeting a variety of client needs, the company is dedicated to increasing efficiency with the latest technologies.

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GREENCLEAN BOAT SOAP

Safe, non-toxic, non-corrosive and 100% biodegradable in under 28 days, GreenClean Boat Soap from TRAC Ecological Marine Products is an efficient, concentrated solution (just one capful per gallon of water) that is tough on dirt, very effective on all boat surfaces and leaves no residue – without the use of harsh chemicals.

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IMI TRAINING CATALOGUE AVAILABLE

The International Marina Institute (IMI), the training subsidiary of the Association of Marina Industries (AMI), has released the training catalog for its 2013–14 academic year.

Reformatted and graphically enhanced, the catalog features self-guided training manuals, online classes, conference schedules, and beginning to advanced marina management courses. Specific class times, dates, and locations can be found throughout the season, which runs from September 2013 to December 2014, at MarinaAssociation.org/training.

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WRAP UP YOUR HOLIDAY SHOPPING WITH THE GIFT OF CANADIAN YACHTING MAGAZINE

Canadian Yachting magazine is a great gift for those special customers and clients who you want to thank for making the 2013 boating season a successful one. Available in full resolution digital format and full colour print you can read each issue however you like and at your leisure.

Take advantage of our holiday pricing; subscribe today and leave the gift of the Canadian Boating lifestyle under the tree of someone special.

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WEST BAY SONSHIP CONTRACTS NEW CUSTOM SKY L0UNGE 72′ MOTOR YACHT

West Bay SonShip, established forty-six years ago, has delivered more than 250 luxury motor yachts ranging in size from 45’ to 110’, but never have they been more excited to introduce and build this stunning new custom 72’ sky lounge vessel. The exterior design and styling is an easy and instinctive evolution from the incredibly successful 58’ pilot house, nearly one hundred built and continuing to represent West Bay by maintaining a strong resell value in the brokerage market today. Experience, preparation and opportunity: when an existing 58’ client approached West Bay expressing a desire for a new custom SonShip, the

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PORT CREDIT IN-WATER BOAT SHOW MOVES DATES TO SEPTEMBER

The Port Credit In-Water Boat Show has responded to their exhibitors' suggestions for improving the show moving forward and they will be moving the show date for the 24th Annual Show in 2014 to September 12 – 14.

The Port Credit In-Water Boat Show is held at the Port Credit Harbour Marina in Mississauga Ontario. The move has been made to ensure that everyone can take full advantage of the great boating and holiday time that is available in August as well as attending any dealer meetings, so that they can enjoy attendance at the September show without other obligations.

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LOWE BOATS NAMES CANADA’S THE BOAT WAREHOUSE AS WORLD’S LARGEST LOWE DEALER FOR THE SECOND YEAR IN A ROW

For the second time in a row, Lowe Boats awarded the title of World’s Largest Lowe Dealer to The Boat Warehouse of Ontario, Canada, during the annual Lowe Dealer Meeting. At an awards dinner held on Tuesday evening, September 10, representatives from Lowe presented The Boat Warehouse’s President Dave Mayhew and Managing Partner Dennis Reinsch with the honour and thanked them for their commitment to continually “raising the bar” for excellence. “Once again, The Boat Warehouse has enjoyed an outstanding year, and we’re proud to present them with this award,” said Lowe Boats

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STILL TIME TO REGISTER FOR THE BOATING ONTARIO CONFERENCE AND TRADE SHOW

If you have not already done so, there is still time to register for the Boating Ontario Conference & Trade Show!

This is Canada’s premiere industry event and you don’t have to be a Boating Ontario member to attend. All industry professionals are welcome and being there is a great investment in your own career.

Learning and networking at the "Nautical University" is the focus of this event. You will have ample time to meet and talk to peers as well as to attend the many valuable and stimulating sessions.

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JACK PADY MARINE IS THE EXCLUSIVE BACK COVE YACHTS DEALER FOR CENTRAL CANADA

Bentley Collins, VP Marketing and Sales for Back Cove Yachts of Rockland, Maine is pleased to announce the appointment of Jack Pady Marine as the exclusive Back Cove Yachts dealer for Central Canada.

“We are very excited to be working with Jack Pady. Their reputation is without blemish and they make the perfect partner for us in this market.”

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STERN THRUSTER MAKES IDEAL WAKEBOARD PARTNER

The tradeoff for smooth water behind wakeboard boats is often reduced maneuverability of the craft. With the new Sideshift WB230 stern thruster comes a revolutionary concept: boat control equal to a stern drive, with no wake interference. Boatbuilders can provide additional customer value and convenience with this OEM product.

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KEY WEST ADDS CANADIAN DEALER

Old Mill Marina has two locations in central Ontario

Key West Boats in Ridgeville, South Carolina, has signed a new dealer in Canada.

Old Mill Marina, with two locations in central Ontario, is adding the full Key West line of fibreglass fishing boats to its product portfolio, augmenting the dealership’s existing Tigé, Princecraft and Rinker boat brands.

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IMI ANNOUNCES LARGEST TRAINING AND CERTIFICATION NUMBERS SINCE 2008

The International Marina Institute (IMI), the training subsidiary of the Association of Marina Industries (AMI), closes its fiscal year, ending September 30, 2013, with the largest training and certification numbers since 2008. IMI processed 13 certification applications last year, more than double the previous year, and trained over 300 marina professionals through its conferences, core training programs, and online webinars.
“This was a banner year for our training and certification programs,” Kayce Florio, IMI’s training coordinator, says.

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TROJAN BATTERY INTRODUCES VIDEO TUTORIALS FOR HYDROLINK SINGLE-POINT WATERING SYSTEM

Trojan Battery Co., the world’s leading manufacturer of deep-cycle batteries, has launched two HydroLink™ Trojan Tips video tutorials which provide important information on installing and using HydroLink to water flooded batteries, an important maintenance practice to maintain battery performance and longevity. One video focuses on general installation of HydroLink on any type of equipment using the single-point watering system to simplify maintenance, and the second video focuses on installing and using HydroLink in a golf car. Both illustrate how to use either a hand pump or a regulated hose supply to water Trojan batteries.

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