Stay Safe on the Water with what3words and a Float Plan
Introducing a new tool that assists in location, navigation, safety and emergencies when out on the water. what3words is a free app that is used to identify a location anywhere in the world.
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Top 10 Reasons to Advertise Your Boating Biz with CY Media
1) CY now has SIX print and digital boating focused boating brands, for you to advertise in with options in E-news, websites, guidebooks, print & more…
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Special business opportunity – 25 late-model powerboats available
Twenty-five well-kept, late-model powerboats and related safety equipment are immediately available in the southern Ontario area. This is a unique opportunity to establish a new boat rental service, or to stock up on late-model used boats for immediate resale and delivery.
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Announcing the 2023 IBEX Sustainability Experience
The International BoatBuilders’ Exhibition and Conference (IBEX) has announced the 2023 IBEX Sustainability Experience – technology and education designed to create a sustainable boating future.
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Severn II Rescued
It took a full day and lot of expertise, but according to owner Cedric Gyles Jr, the historic 8M, Severn II, is back to the surface and on her way to the repair shop. The Severn crew and likely the entire Toronto sailing community is hugely relieved to see the 90-year-old classic back from the depths.
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Marine Industry Career Path: Kevin Stopp
Introducing the next individual in our marine career path series, Kevin Stopp, Design Leader at Dometic. Kevin comes from an impressive engineering background with a strong passion for boating and has advanced through his time with Dometic. Here is Kevin’s interview.
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What is CAN Bus and how does it work?
From their July 13, 2023 newsletter, Actisense has provided this great educational resource to help people understand what CAN Bus is and how it works.
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Adventuring Around Vancouver by Water with C-Tow Captain James Middleton
What started out as a request for C-Tow’s Vancouver Captain, James Middleton, to take me around the greater Vancouver area by boat, turned into the best real Vancouver boating experience that a Great Lakes girl could ask for.
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Important marina safety tips from ESA, the Electrical Safety Authority
Here are a few important marina safety tips from ESA, the Electrical Safety Authority. The ESA is mandated by the Ontario Government to regulate and promote electrical safety in Ontario.
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The enjoyable experience of working at a marina
Having now worked at Queens Cove Marina for over a month, here is everything that I’ve learned, loved and laughed at.
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ABYC supports future industry talent at SkillsUSA National Competition
This past week the American Boat & Yacht Council (ABYC) was participating in and judging student Marine Service Technology competitions at the SkillsUSA National Leadership and Skills Conference, June 19-23 in Atlanta, Georgia.
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Rob Davidson discusses the value of the Georgian College Marine Program
A career in Canada’s marine industry can easily lead to a great lifestyle and a comfortable living in our elegant and desirable cottage country. A career as a Marine Technician is a great entry to owning your own business too.
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Kerrwil Media Limited and “Water Ways TV” Production Company announce sales partnership
Bullitage Media Inc is pleased to announce it has partnered with Kerrwil Media (o/a Canadian Yachting Media) effective immediately to take the lead on our advertising sales as Water Ways TV expands to six provinces on Global TV for Season 2, airing in Fall 2023.
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Georgian College student Xander Powell wins gold at Skills Canada competition
Students from the Midland campus of Georgian College have previously won silver and bronze in Skills Ontario competitions, but no student has ever won gold until now.
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IBEX Show Education Conference Information
From the Pre-Conference Sessions and Seminar Series to Speakers and Tech Talk Workshops, the educational offerings at IBEX are second to none. Now is the time to review their education schedule and start planning your time at IBEX, October 3 to 5, 2023 in Tampa, Fla.
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AMI’s Basic Marina Management Course is Virtual – August 2-23, 2023
AMI’s virtual Basic Marina Management Course meets 2x per week (via Zoom) from 1pm – 4pm EST on Wednesdays and Thursdays for 4 weeks
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Rekord Marine Announces a Great New Winch for Performance Sailors
Ronstan’s Orbit Winches™ are the new benchmark in high performance alloy winches. With a combination of fresh design thinking and proven manufacturing expertise, Orbit Winches™ weigh significantly less and offer lower line entry heights than any other winch in their class. Remarkably easy to service, they require no tools for disassembly or maintenance.
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Lakefront Promenade Marina Completes 2-Year Infrastructure Project with Kropf Industrial
Lakefront Promenade Marina is located on Lake Ontario in a large, protected harbour on Mississauga’s waterfront. They have recently completed a two-year infrastructure project leaving seasonal and transient boaters with a beautiful modern 175-slip facility.
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The Landing School launches new “Boatyard Management” program
The Landing School is pleased to announce the launch of a new academic program which will have a significant impact on the Marine Industry. Starting this fall, The Landing School will offer Boatyard Management, a program focused on management in the Marine Industry.
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ABYCs Complete Guide to Overcurrent Protection – Online Learning Sale – Save 20% until June 15, 2023
Fuses and breakers come in all shapes, sizes, formats and ratings. Wading through all of the different options can be mind boggling when designing an electrical system or upgrading and servicing existing systems.
