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ABYC Standards significantly reduce boating accident frequency and severity

May 7, 2024 The American Boat and Yacht Council (ABYC), a non-profit association that sets voluntary global safety standards for the design, construction, maintenance, and repair of recreational boats, in collaboration with the United States Coast Guard (USCG), released a significant analysis by independent research firms Industrial Economics, Inc. (IEc) and ITA International. This analysis focuses on the effectiveness…

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Third honour for South Shore marine rescue volunteers

Apr 30, 2024 The dramatic rescue of eight persons from a turbulent Lake Ontario in 2022 has earned the volunteer crew of South Shore Search And Rescue its third honour in the space of a year. The five members of D-crew who plucked four children and four adults from the lake on July 24, 2022, were recognized…

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Congratulations to the Winners of the 2024 Boating Industry Canada Employer of Choice (BICEOC) Awards.

Apr 30, 2024 Congratulations to the Winners of the 2024 Boating Industry Canada Employer of Choice (BICEOC) Awards. CCEOC Inc. and Boating Industry Canada News Week Digest are pleased to announce the winners of this year’s Boating Industry Canada Employer of Choice (BICEOC) Awards. This is the only national award program that recognizes and promotes the best employers in the Canadian boating industry. Companies that take part…

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ABYC Announces Outstanding Technician Winners – 10 winners selected from over 130 nominations

The American Boat and Yacht Council (ABYC) has announced the recipients of the 2024 Outstanding Technician Awards during the International Marine Service Technician Week, running from April 24–29. Sponsored by Yamaha, the awards were given to 10 technicians selected from over 130 nominations.

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Princecraft Boats upgrade their facilities with an investment of over $4 million for the addition of a powder coating line

Apr 23, 2024 Princecraft boats on April 17, 2024, announced to their employees, a major investment in one of their three Princeville plants, which will include the installation of high-tech powder coating capabilities. The nearly $4 million upgrade marks the largest investment in Princecraft facilities since the early 2000s and will improve operational efficiency, product…

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Always use a Licenced Electrical Contractor for electrical work

Apr 16, 2024 Always use an LEC (Licenced Electrical Contractor) for electrical work and be sure that they file for a notification of work with the ESA (Electrical Safety Authority). Need to find one? Use ESA’s Contractor Locator Tool to find one near you. For more information on electrical safety tips, taking out a notification…

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Changes to the Marine Safety Fees Regulations (Vessel Registry Fees)

Transport Canada is now introducing amendments to the Marine Safety Fees Regulations in order to modernize vessel registry fees. These changes came into effect April 1st, 2024.

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Limestone Boats Resuming Production in Canada – With a Clever Twist

In response to changing labour conditions and the demand disruptions of the COVID pandemic, the Canadian heritage boat brand, Limestone Boats made the decision to move production to Tennessee to take over an established boatbuilding enterprise there.

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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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TIBS Skills demonstration attracts new Georgian College students – Regional and National Competitions this spring

After years of struggling to attract post-secondary students into the Marine and Small Engine program, the skills demonstration that Georgian College put on at the Toronto International Boat Show last January is bearing fruit. The show sponsored a large and well-located space and Mercury Marine also provided sponsorship support.

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Recreational Boating Industry Decries Advancement of Vessel Speed Rule

Mar 12, 2024 Earlier this week, the NMMA expressed disappointment with the decision by the Department of Commerce to advance the North Atlantic right whale (NARW) Vessel Strike Reduction Rule to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB). Proposed by NOAA, the rule would restrict small boats to 10 knots (roughly 11 mph) along much…

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Mercury Racing Introduces New 60 APX Competition Outboard

Mar 12, 2024 The New 60 APX – Low-Emissions Four-Stroke Power for UIM Formula 4 Tunnel Boat Racing Mercury Racing® introduced the 60 APX outboard motor as the latest addition to its portfolio of Apex pure competition outboards designed for closed-course circuit racing. The 60 APX was revealed at the Dubai International Boat Show at…

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Legend Boats Announces Pontoon Partnership with Pirate Cove Marina and Select Affiliate RV Locations

Mar 12, 2024 Legend Boats announced a partnership with Pirate Cove Marina, extending to select affiliate RV locations. This collaboration enhances the pontoon boat purchasing experience in the Thousand Islands, Rideau Lakes and Leeds and Grenville areas, known for their breathtaking waterways and vibrant boating communities. Jesse Davis, Director of National Sales and Marketing at…

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“Don’t Throw Away Paper Navigation Charts Just Yet”

Mar 5, 2024 Boaters should take heed that various experts keep advising that while global navigation systems are commonplace — “paper charts are still and always will be relevant.” Plus many agree that to help in avoiding on-water incidents, a balance between new and ‘old’ i.e. traditional systems, and including physical observations, can be key even in this digital age. Readily available electronic navigation tools…

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Freedom Marine named 2024 Employer of Choice Award Winner by Boating Industry Canada

Mar 5, 2024 Freedom Marine International Yacht Sales has been named a 2024 Employer of Choice Award winner by Boating Industry Canada, the leading industry trade journal in the Canadian boating circle. With the opinions of actual team members collected from the evaluation process, the award reflects Freedom Marine’s long-time dedication to employee satisfaction. Freedom Marine was founded in 1997 in Vancouver, B.C….

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Vote for Dorothy, BC’s Iconic Sailing Yacht, in the Classic Boat Awards 2024

Feb 27, 2024 You are invited to support an historic, recently restored and refitted BC sailboat, Dorothy, by voting for her in a contest, the Classic Boat Awards 2024, run by the UK’s prestigious Classic Boat Magazine. The Maritime Museum of BC (MMBC), owner of this sleek, wooden vessel built in 1897, believes she’s the…

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Yamaha develops Hydrogen Fuel System with Roush and Regulator Marine, Hydrogen Outboard unveiled at Miami International Boat Show

At the Miami International Boat Show on February 14, 2024, Yamaha Motor Corporation, U.S.A. unveiled the world’s first hydrogen-powered outboard for recreational boats along with a prototype fuel system integrated into a vessel that the company plans to further refine for testing later this year. The effort is part of Yamaha’s strategy to achieve carbon neutrality: deploying multiple technology solutions.

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Fish for Free This Year in Ontario

Four times a year, Canadian residents can fish in Ontario for free! This means you do not need to buy a fishing license if you want to fish during these times.

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Marine Business Opportunity

Feb 20, 2024 BOAT MANUFACTURING / REPAIR & STORAGE FACILITY FOR SALEFeaturing a protected harbor on The Great Lakes, this business is located at 125 Port Darlington Road, Bowmanville, Ontario L1C 3K3 on the North Shore of Lake Ontario.It is 33 nautical miles east of Toronto on 10 acres with 1,000 feet frontage & harbor accessing Lake Ontario. Key…

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Sponsored Content – Written in partnership with Airmar: Enhance Your Boating Experience with SmartBoat and Diesel Flow Meters

Feb 20, 2024 In the realm of marine technology, simplicity and cost-effectiveness are paramount. Enter SmartBoat® and the revolutionary Diesel Flow Meters by Airmar, offering boat owners seamless integration and precise monitoring capabilities. Streamlined Connectivity with SmartBoat SmartBoat simplifies the process of connecting analog and digital sensors to your NMEA 2000® network. The Airmar SmartBoat Module (ASM) eliminates the need for additional hardware…

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