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Pace Inflatable Boats Partners with Sail Canada and Yamaha to Support National Sailing Team

May 27, 2025 By Mathew Channer Canadian manufacturer Pace Inflatable Boats has partnered with Sail Canada and Yamaha-Motor Canada to become the official coach boat of the Canadian National Sailing Team. Pace Marine, which specializes in commercial and recreational Rigid aluminum Hulled Inflatable Boats (RHIBs), will supply Sail Canada with an all-new Pace Arrow 580 RHIB, powered by Yamaha, and Pace trailer to support the…

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Eric Fetchko Wins 2025 Eddie Smith Manufacturer of the Year Award from Center for Sportfishing Policy

May 27, 2025 Dometic Marine Segment President Eric Fetchko was honoured with the 2025 Eddie Smith Manufacturer of the Year Award during the American Boating Congress Industry Lunch, held recently in Washington, D.C. and hosted by the National Marine Manufacturer’s Association. This prestigious award is presented annually by the Center for Sportfishing Policy (CSP), America’s leading advocate…

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Conolift Adjustable-Width Marine Lifts Increase Efficiency

Written in Partnership with Kropf Industrial May 20, 2025 An open-frame hydraulic boat trailer with adjustable frame width remains the gold standard for boat handling and storage efficiency. Either used on its own to retrieve vessels on a ramp, or in conjunction with a marine lift, hydraulic trailers such as those manufactured by Conolift allow…

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IMPACT: Unstoppable Tracy—Representing Canada and Advocating for Paralympic Sailing

May 6, 2025 By Mathew Channer Tracy ‘Unstoppable Tracy’ Schmitt is a Canadian author, motivational speaker and 4-way amputee who recently represented Canada at the Hansa Para Worlds in Australia, and who is determined to get sailing back into the Paralympic Games. Schmitt, the only Canadian competing in the Hansa Para Worlds, had not sailed…

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Understanding Boat Insurance: Actual Cash Value vs. Agreed Value, Salvage Rights, and Marina Hold Harmless Agreements

Apr 29, 2025 Jointly written by MD Marine Insurance, Orbit, Gallagher Skippers’ Plan and Aviva Boat ownership brings a lot of joy—but also a unique set of insurance considerations. Whether you’re a seasoned boater or new to the lifestyle, understanding how your insurance policy works can make all the difference when it comes time to file a claim. Three common but…

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Ryse Solutions Trials Collection Program for 1-pound Propane Cylinders.

Apr 22, 2025 By Mathew Channer Ontario-based company Ryse Solutions is trialing a much-needed program to collect 1lb propane cylinders from marinas and properly dispose of them. These 1lb propane cylinders are widely used on recreational vessels for cooking but there are limited resources available for correct disposal. When 1lb propane cylinders end up in…

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TRIPPING Series Returns with Immersive Ride Through Muskoka Lakes

Apr 15, 2025 Photos: Good Earth Productions The popular TVO Original series TRIPPING returns with a boat ride exploring the Muskoka Lakes, Ontario’s celebrated cottage region with its boats, lavish cottages and striking natural environment. Available to stream across Canada starting April 20 on TVO. Her name is Heather and she is a locally built runabout…

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Clean Marine Program Celebrates 30th Anniversary

Apr 8, 2025 By Mathew Channer Ontario’s Clean Marine eco-rating program turns 30 this year, marking 3 decades of protecting and preserving Ontario’s waterways. Clean Marine Assessor and Events Coordinator Rick Legedza, who worked for more than 35 years in fiberglass before Clean Marine and has seen some very dirty marine work, says the program…

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Advancing Composite Expertise in the Marine Industry

Apr 1, 2025 In the ever-evolving world of marine design and repair, composite materials have become a game-changer. Their strength, lightweight nature, and resistance to corrosion make them ideal for boatbuilding, repair, and maintenance. However, working with composites requires a specialized skill set that goes beyond traditional materials like wood and metal. This is where…

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Kingston’s Island Queen Celebrates 50 Years

By Mathew Channer Apr 1, 2025 The iconic silhouette of Island Queen III is a familiar site for residents of Kingston, ON and The 1000 Islands, and for good reason. This year marks the vessel’s 50th anniversary. The Island Queen III is a triple-decker Mississippi Paddlewheeler, built from aluminum and adorned with oak and antique…

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OP ED FROM Marie-France McKinnon – Executive Director NMMA Canada

Mar 25, 2025 Canada’s Boating Industry is Taking on Water—It’s Time to Repeal the Luxury Tax Canada is facing escalating trade tensions with the United States, putting industries, jobs, and economic stability at risk. As businesses navigate new tariff threats, the federal government continues to weigh them down with another damaging policy—the so-called luxury tax on…

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Sunscreen’s Impact on Marine Life Needs Urgent Investigation, Study Finds

Mar 25, 2025 Reprinted with the kind permission of Marine Industry News UKhttps://marineindustrynews.co.ukTuesday, March 18th, 2025Written by: Chantal Haines A UK research study has outlined significant gaps in the understanding of how sunscreen may affect marine ecosystems. The UV filters in sunscreen can enter the marine environment directly through swimming or other water-based recreational activities…

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2 Canadian Coast Guard Polar Icebreakers to be Built by Canadian Companies

Canadian Coast Guard Icebreaker Henry Larsen in Gaspe Bay, Quebec. The new polar icebreakers will be more advanced and have greater capabilities than the current CCG fleet. Credit: Shutterstock Mar 18, 2025 By Mathew Channer The Canadian Government has announced plans to build two new heavy polar icebreakers for the Canadian Coast Guard (CCG), with…

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CRITICAL IDEA TO SAVE CANADA’S BOAT BUSINESS

Mar 11, 2025 I just received a great idea to help save the Canadian boat business and boat dealers all across Canada from a disastrous summer in 2025. But we need to act quickly. With the United States launching a trade war against Canada and imposing 25% tariffs across the board, the Canadian government and…

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BC Marine Search and Rescue Responder Duncan Peacock wins 12th Annual Tim Jones Award

Photo credit: Paula Keech Mar 11, 2025 By Mathew Channer Duncan Peacock, resident of Kitimat BC and member of Kitimat Marine Search and Rescue and RCMSAR Unit 63, has been awarded the 12th annual Tim Jones Award for Outstanding Contribution to the Outdoor Community in British Columbia. Peacock has been a member of Kitimat Marine…

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IMPACT: Shane ‘Spike on the Water’ Desloges

Photo credit: Shane Desloges Mar 4, 2025 By Mathew Channer It’s rare to hear someone say “my dream and my purpose is to show up on the water every day and be of service” as passionately as Shane ‘Spike on the Water’ Desloges. A unique voice in Ontario’s marine industry, Desloges embodies the service first…

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Steven J. Bull (WaterWays TV) Wins Neptune Award as “Industry Rising Star”

Photo credit: Bullitage Media Inc. Feb 25, 2025 Steven J. Bull, founder and president of Bullitage Media Inc. has been named Industry Rising Star at the Neptune Awards for Marine Marketing Excellence, presented by the Marine Marketers of America (MMA). The awards were announced at a gala event during this year’s Discover Boating Miami International…

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CPS Foundation Funds Flare Disposal After Government Cuts Service

photo credit: National Safe Boating Council Feb 25, 2025 By Mathew Channer The Canadian Power and Sail Squadrons (CPS) Foundation has stepped up to fund a critically needed flare disposal program in partnership with CIL Orion for Canadian boaters in 2025. Thanks to their generosity, costs for shipping, insurance, advertising, disposal, and neutralization are covered, and Canboat…

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BC Ferries Breakdowns, Delays, and Collisions.

Feb 18, 2025 by Mathew Channer Difficulties continue for BC Ferries after several days of delays on the Tsawwassen-Swartz Bay route last week. Mechanical issues with BC Ferries vessel Coastal Inspiration resulted in 3 days of cancelled voyages before the vessel was pulled from service for main engine repairs. The Sailish Heron and Spirit of…

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Yamaha Motor Canada Appoints New President

Feb 11, 2025 JAMES MATTHEWSYamaha Motor Canada, Ltd. (YMCA) is pleased to announce that James Matthews has been appointed as the new President of Yamaha Motor Canada, Ltd. James will step into his new role immediately, with Past-President Dean Burnett supporting the transition through February. James began his Yamaha career in early 2017 as General Manager of…

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