As we reported in the July 18 edition of News Week, Rick Layzell has been appointed CEO of the Boating Ontario association and we reached him at the Boating Ontario offices in Penetanguishene on July 24th
Lifesaving Society launches multi-language, online boating safety program.
The Canada Day weekend is sure to see countless people celebrating and jumping into the water to cool off. But especially in fresh water lakes and rivers, when you are near marinas and other sources of electricity, there is a risk of electric shock drowning.
The North Channel is one of the most beautiful sailing destinations on the planet – known the world over for its spectacular scenery, its clear waters inviting you in for a cool dip, and its pristine shorelines boasting stunning jagged coastline and quiet coves. Following the southern border of the channel is Manitoulin Island – the largest freshwater island in the world.
If the truth be known Jack Pady was one of the first Yacht Brokers I ever met and over the years watching from sidelines its been interesting to watch Jack and his team to adapt with the times.
Interest in finding alternative uses for used fiberglass can spark creativity and innovation. For example, a partnership involving the US, Ireland, and Northern Ireland Universities called Re-wind developed some interesting civil engineering project ideas for reusing and repurposing fiberglass blades.
Hydro Clean Hull Wash is Canada’s first automatic, mechanical hull wash system and the company has introduced some breakthrough thinking from Sweden that can benefit our Canadian marine industry and most types of pleasure craft.
Today many things are made from fiberglass, from automotive parts to boats, and bathtubs to wind turbine blades. Fiberglass is lightweight and strong, it is resistant to impact and is waterproof. It does not rot and can be repaired relatively easily. But recycling fiberglass, can it be done?
Last week we asked our readers to write if they were affected by high water levels and we got several responses – all saying that their areas were affected by high water.
Boating is just like any other skill that requires enough experience to feel confident on the water. The more knowledge you acquire, the more enjoyable it is for you and everyone else
NMMA Canada Touts New Economic Impact Data During Recreational Boating Day on the Hill.
On May 9th, 2017, the National Marine Manufacturer’s Association (NMMA Canada) held their 5th “Day on the Hill” lobby event to raise the profile of Canada’s marine industry and to bring our most important issues to the attention of our Federal politicians and key bureaucrats.
It’s about time that Boating Industry Canada shone the spotlight on Tom MacNair because he continues to build on a lifetime of volunteer generosity that has led him to a fabulous career as the Vice President of the…
Economic Facts and Retail Markets reports released today
Boating Industry Canada News Week presents several great marine industry career opportunities every week, and to browse for opportunities or to post a job is FREE! As a benefit to the industry, we’ve been doing…
Brothers Raymond and Peter Roberts are the full package. They are the owner/operators of Double R Performance located in Hawkestone, ON between Barrie and Orillia and only a few minutes from Lake Simcoe.
In 2012 Boating Industry Canada had the pleasure of interviewing Wally Szwez, President of Dock Edge + Inc.
For the entire August long weekend, Friday July 31 to Monday, August 3, five participating Ontario marinas – Bay Port, Beacon Bay, Paragon Marina, South Bay Cove and Wye Heritage – donated…