July 7, 2026 By Yoan Marier, Chair of the Transportation Safety Board of Canada Like many Canadians, my boating licence has been sitting in my wallet ever since I obtained it more than 25 years ago. Although I’ve only boated occasionally, it still allows me to operate a high-speed vessel on Canada’s busiest waterways, without any requirement to indicate that…
June 23, 2026 You can join the ABYC on Wednesday, June 24 at 1:00 PM (ET) for their next member webinar on cathodic bonding, To Bond or Not to Bond! June 24, 1:00pm–2:00pm (ET), Online The use of cathodic bonding systems is often the subject of debate. Some consider them important safety systems, while others feel they invite more issues…
June 2, 2026 November 3 – 5, 2026, Orlando, Florida Join thousands of textile professionals to CONNECT, DISCOVER and SOURCE the latest innovations shaping the industry. Explore a robust show floor, gain hands-on learning opportunities and build meaningful connections, all designed to help move your business forward. Register now: https://marinaassociation.org/trainingimmcourse
May 26, 2026 Did you know you can take a selection of our ABYC Certification courses as on-demand classes? Learn on your own time and at your own pace. • ABYC Marine Standards (https://abyc.elevate.commpartners.com/products/abyc-marine-standards-certification) • Advanced Marine Electrical (https://abyc.elevate.commpartners.com/products/advanced-marine-electrical-certification) • Marine Service Management (https://abyc.elevate.commpartners.com/products/marine-service-management-certification ) • USCG Recreational Boat Regulations (https://abyc.elevate.commpartners.com/products/uscg-recreational-boat-regulations-certification) For a limited time, you can SAVE…
May 12, 2026 Courses are now posted through August 2026 As the weather warms up, make sure your customers know they are getting the best possible service and recommendations. ABYC Certification helps demonstrate your commitment to safety, technical expertise and compliance. Get certified in ABYC Standards or Marine Systems in an online live course in May, June or July! May CoursesABYC Marine Standards5/12/2026 – 5/14/20263 days/wk for…
May 12, 2026 August 4-25, 2026 Course meets 2x per week (via Zoom) from 1pm – 4pm EST on Tuesdays and Thursdays for 4 weeks Step confidently into marina management. No Experience Needed! Whether you’re entering the field or building on early experience, this six-session course delivers the core knowledge and insights needed to grow into…
April 21, 2026 Deadline Extended to April 30 The deadline for receipt of applications for the 2026 National Marine Representatives Association (NMRA) Marine Trades Scholarships has been extended to April 30, 2026. Since 2008, NMRA has actively contributed to the future of the marine industry by offering scholarships to students pursuing education in the marine…
March 31, 2026 Advanced Composites Training is offering another back-to-back Module 1 and Module 2 training, providing a structured progression from foundational knowledge to advanced composite repair techniques. This hands-on training is ideal for professionals seeking to strengthen their technical capabilities and apply practical skills across multiple industries. Learn more and register: www.advancedcompositestraining.ca
March 31, 2026 NMEA is inviting software developers and programmers from around the world to attend these virtual / live training sessions on NMEA interface standards. NMEA will use GoToWebinar for delivering these courses. Please register soon as class size is limited and expected to sell out. NMEA 2000 Developer Course (Click to register)Tuesday June 9…
March 24, 2026 April 10-14, 2026—Midland, ON The ABYC Electrical Certification has become the most recognized and credible demonstration of skill mastery in the marine electrical service and installation field worldwide. Become an industry expert in electrical fundamentals, multi-meter usage, grounding and bonding systems, battery and inverter installation, AC/DC components & more! Midland Campus of…
March 17, 2026 NMEA is inviting software developers and programmers from around the world to attend these virtual / live training sessions on NMEA interface standards. NMEA will use GoToWebinar for delivering these courses. Please register soon as class size is limited and expected to sell out. NMEA 2000 Developer Course (Click to register https://web.nmea.org/atlas/events/252/details )Tuesday…
March 17, 2026 The Association of Marina Industries (AMI) has announced the release of a new Request for Proposal (RFP) seeking qualified organizations and subject‑matter experts to develop a comprehensive Marina Resiliency Curriculum – Preparedness, Response, Recovery, and Long‑term Planning. This new training module will be integrated into AMI’s established Clean and Resilient Marina Program (CRMP) to help marina professionals nationwide strengthen their operational resilience…
March 10, 2026 Building on the continued success of the last few years, the “We Float Boats” Marine Service Pre-Employment is back and bigger than ever. This year, in addition to programs at our main training locations of Sidney & Vancouver, we’ll be running a third cohort in Campbell River! Applications for all three programs are…
March 3, 2026 Ready to take your composites knowledge to the next level? Our back-to-back Module 1 and Module 2 training gives technicians and engineers the opportunity to strengthen core fundamentals and progress into advanced repair techniques, without losing momentum. • Module 1: March 9–13, 2026 • Module 2: March 16–20, 2026 Train smarter. Train better. Train…
February 24, 2026 NMEA is inviting software developers and programmers from around the world to attend these virtual / live training sessions on NMEA interface standards. NMEA will use GoToWebinar for delivering these courses. Please register soon as class size is limited and expected to sell out. NMEA 2000 Developer Course (Click to register)Tuesday March 10…
February 17, 2026 NOTE: Some classes are available in Virtual format that would be more accessible for Canadian techs, but we are listing all the courses remaining, in case this benefits some of our readers. Please register early at the link below as these classes are anticipated to sell out! CLICK HERE TO REGISTER https://www.nmea.org/training.html…
February 10, 2026 RAA Composites in London, Ontario has announced that the company is developing a new program called CRED — Composite Repair Engineering Design. This is an advanced training pathway for professionals working with composite structures. CRED is being built as a modular, engineering-driven program, covering:• Composite Repair Engineering Design• Advanced Composites Repair Analysis• Substantiation for Advanced Composite…
February 10, 2026 Quadrant Marine Institute is looking for the right career-minded person to join our core Marine Service training team at our head office in Sidney, BC. This dynamic leadership position will support our team of instructors, apprentices, and employer partners across BC’s small craft/recreational marine service industry. Overview of Roles & Responsibilities: As a member…
February 3, 2026 NMEA is inviting software developers and programmers from around the world to attend these virtual / live training sessions on NMEA interface standards. NMEA will use GoToWebinar for delivering these courses. Please register soon as class size is limited and expected to sell out. NMEA 2000 Developer Course (Click to register) https://web.nmea.org/atlas/events/252/detailsTuesday March…
February 3, 2026 NMEA will offer all of our marine electronics installer training certification classes this winter!Please register early at the link below as these classes are anticipated to sell out! CLICK HERE TO REGISTER https://www.nmea.org/training.html February 2026 IN PERSON Event (Not Virtual)Golden Nugget Hotel, Atlantic City, NJStart Time 8AM, lunch providedFebruary 5 – Basic…