Be ready for Boating Season, take a Canadian Power Squadrons course
The winter months are an excellent time to challenge yourself with an upgrade in your boating education. Many of our courses now are available with multiple options to take them.
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NOAA INCREASES CHANCE FOR ABOVE-NORMAL HURRICANE SEASON
As of August 8, 2019, NOAA forecasters monitoring oceanic and atmospheric patterns say conditions are now more favorable for above-normal hurricane activity since El Nino has now ended. Two named storms have formed so far this year and the peak months of the hurricane season, August through October, are now underway.
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YES, YOU CAN! DIY TIPS FOR PLANNING A SUCCESSFUL PROFESSIONAL EVENT
So, you’ve been tasked with organizing a company event or educational meeting, or you’re looking into starting one for your professional circle, and now you’re wondering whether you have what it takes.
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NEW RULES FOR BOATERS AROUND KILLER WHALES!
Boating around British Columbia’s coastal waters is an opportunity to see and enjoy the beautiful ecosystems and wildlife in the Pacific Northwest, but there are new rules for boating in proximity to killer whales that you may not know about.
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IBEX 2019 NETWORKING EVENTS NOT TO MISS
The International BoatBuilders’ Exhibition and Conference (IBEX) has announced that during the Show held October 1-3 at the Tampa Convention Center, it will offer visitors the chance to participate in a number of social and entertainment special events throughout the week.
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ADDITIVE MANUFACTURING WORKSHOP FOR COMPOSITES COMING TO CAMX
CAMX this year is featuring the first ever Additive Manufacturing for Composites Workshop on September 25. The event is designed to explore the connection between 3D printing and fiber reinforcement.
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CLEAN MARINE BC WELCOMES FIRST BOATING FACILITY IN THE INTERIOR – KELOWNA YACHT CLUB EARNS ECO-CERTIFICATION
Kelowna Yacht Club is the first facility in the province’s Interior region to be awarded Clean Marine BC certification, a voluntary eco-certification for marinas, harbour authorities, yacht clubs, and boatyards.
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HOURSTON GLASCRAFT LTD.
The world’s oldest continuously operating fibreglass boatbuilding company is Hourston Glascraft in North Vancouver.
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BOBBY CRAGG REFLECTS ON SKIPPERING 52 CONSECUTIVE CHESTER RACE WEEKS
Getting his Peterson 29 Foxy Lady ready for what will be his 53rd consecutive Chester Race Week – likely the regatta’s longest unbroken competitive run – 73-year-old Halifax criminal defence attorney Robert Cragg clarifies that he skippered all 52 consecutive regattas since his first in 1967 aboard the 37-foot Chester C-Class sloop Eclipse (hull #7).
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THE WORLD-RENOWNED FORT LAUDERDALE INTERNATIONAL BOAT SHOW CELEBRATES ITS 60th ANNIVERSARY
The 2019 Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show (FLIBS), the largest in-water boat show produced by Informa Markets, is celebrating its 60th annual premier exhibition of yachts, boats, marine products, and accessories.
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IBEX EARLY BIRD DEADLINE IS AUGUST 15TH
The IBEX Early Bird deadline is August 15th. Register early to save 15% and secure your tickets for the IBEX Seminar Series, packed with education from the industry’s most trusted professionals in 8 Specialized Tracks…
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PRACTICAL APPLICATION OF ABYC STANDARDS – NOVEMBER 5-6, 2019 – ANNAPOLIS, MARYLAND
This two-day, new hands-on learning course designed for entry-level marine professionals, marine surveyors, service writers, sales/customer service representatives, and insurance personnel!
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MEET THE MARKETING EXPERTS ON TAP FOR THE GROW BOATING MARKETING SUMMIT
Don’t miss the third annual Grow Boating Marketing Summit, an IBEX Special Event, taking place Sept. 30 in Tampa. During the summit, Digital Marketing: Charting Your Course for Success, attendees will…
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MERCURY MARINE TO PARTNER WITH GEORGIAN COLLEGE
On July 31st, 2019, Mercury Marine Canada announced that they will be partnering with Georgian College and their Marine Technician Program to expand and improve educational opportunities for people in the marine industry.
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MARINE MUSEUM OF THE GREAT LAKES HAS A NEW HOME
Since 1976, the Marine Museum of the Great Lakes at Kingston has been dedicated to celebrating our unique position as an integral part of the community and as purveyors of Great Lakes history in Canada.
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ASIAN CARP THREAT TO GREAT LAKES AND COTTAGE COUNTRY CONTINUES
Old news can still be bad news – Asian Carp are still a very serious threat to our great Lakes and cottage country fisheries. We encourage you to remain vigilant on this threat tour environment.
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MARINE SERVICE TECHNICIAN CERTIFICATION IN NOVA SCOTIA
Marine Service Technician Certification 3-day Prep Course for Trade Qualifiers: August 20-22 in Yarmouth and August 27-29 in Lunenburg/Bridgewater area (details to be confirmed).
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IBEX 2019 EDUCATION CONFERENCE ANNOUNCES NEW SUPER SESSIONS AND SPECIAL EVENTS
The International BoatBuilders’ Exhibition and Conference (IBEX) has announced a series of Super Sessions and special events, as part of its Education Conference. The Super Sessions are hosted by exhibiting companies and industry associations to offer in-depth training and topic-specific learning.
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ABYC PUBLISHES 59TH SUPPLEMENT OF STANDARDS AND TECHNICAL INFORMATION REPORTS FOR SMALL CRAFT
The American Boat and Yacht Council (ABYC) published its 59th supplement of Standards and Technical Information Reports for Small Craft this week, which covers all major boat systems and provides industry with the latest in boat building and repair standards.
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BENETEAU AMERICA ANNOUNCES VIP LAUNCH EVENT
Beginning on Tuesday, August 20, 2019 in Annapolis, Md., BENETEAU will host a five-day launch event introducing its new Flyer 32 outboard and Gran Turismo 36 express cruiser equipped with either Twin MerCruiser Stern Drive Inboard Engines or an optional Twin Mercury Outboard Engine package.
