July 30, 2024 Dave died suddenly while hiking at Killarney Provincial Park on Thursday July 25, 2024 at the age of 64. Dave was the beloved husband of Regina (nee Zuwa), loving father of Andrew (Amanda), Jennifer (Stephen Feeney), Matthew and Wendy (Aaron Vindua), cherished Papa of Caden, Conor, Lucy, Bryn, Lily and Finn, and dear brother…
July 30, 2024 Last week in Boating Industry Canada News Week Digest, we wrote that two “rights” make a “wrong” when boaters are required to carry pyrotechnic distress flares, when flares are a globally accepted emergency alert device but when there isn’t a clear path to recycling these flares when they expire. The emphasis here,…
July 30, 2024 PBO grossly overestimated vessel revenue projections The recent revenue results released by the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) since the luxury tax’s September 2022 implementation confirm the marine industry’s dire predictions of a significant market disruption. Despite strong opposition by the recreational marine industry, the luxury tax implemented an additional 10% tax on boats more than $250,000. Across Canada, recreational…
July 30, 2024 Lowrance, a world-leader in fishing electronics, today announced Recon, a new generation electric steer trolling motor, developed for both fresh and saltwater anglers, featuring a unique joystick remote and best in class power and GPS positioning. “This is an exciting launch for Lowrance because not only are we introducing the next generation of trolling motors but we’re also…
July 30, 2024 Beginning Friday, July 19th, the highly anticipated Canadian Raceboat Hall of Fame (CRHF) opened its doors to the public, bringing together the most comprehensive collection of antique raceboats seen anywhere in the world. Located on Muskoka Road 118 West, just outside of Bracebridge, Ontario, the 14,000 square foot facility will be the home to boats, drivers and…
July 23, 2024 Two “rights” make a “wrong” – support reinstating the CanBoat / CPS flare collection program with your letter to Canada’s Minister of Transportation. It’s urgent that the boating industry and Canada’s boaters together, push our government to come up with a solution for the problem of disposing of the expired pyrotechnic flares that many…
July 23, 2024 July 23rd, 2024, Ottawa – The Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) has released detailed results of revenue collected since the implementation of the luxury tax and they are proving that marine industry projections of a collapse in the market have come to fruition. After months of advocacy by the marine industry on pending impacts, the tax came into force…
July 23, 2024 Raymarine, a global leader in high-performance marine electronics for the recreational boating, marine first-responder and law-enforcement markets, has announced powerful new fishing features added to their Axiom displays. With the August release of the Lighthouse 4.7 software upgrade, Axiom users can experience total boat control, directly from their chartplotter display, for both Power-Pole Shallow Water…
July 23, 2024 Garmin, the world’s most innovative and recognized marine electronics manufacturer, has announced its Force® Kraken trolling motor series is now available with a 48-inch shaft length to accommodate smaller boat sizes, including pontoons, flats boats, microskiffs and more. Kraken is engineered with a pivot-style mount for easy installation on boats where bow space is limited and offers anglers cutting-edge features, advanced precision and seamless integration…
July 23, 2024 On Tuesday, July 16th, severe flooding in 16 Mile Creek and Oakville Harbour led to a significant rescue operation involving Oakville Marine Search and Rescue (OMSAR), the Halton Police Marine Unit, and the town of Oakville. It was part of a severe weather pattern that hit the Southern Ontario / Greater Toronto Area. CBC…
July 23, 2024 The Canadian Safe Boating Council (CSBC) is pleased to welcome aboard Mustang Survival as a presenting sponsor. This partnership, solidified through a Memorandum of Understanding, spans a three-year term and spotlights a shared commitment to promoting safe and responsible boating in Canada. In 2024, Mustang Survival will be a Platinum-level sponsor of the CSBC’s annual symposium “Many Partners,…
July 23, 2024 NMMA was recently in Sacramento, Calif. to testify in opposition to SB 1066, a bill that would create an extended producer responsibility plan for pyrotechnic marine flares, including smoke flares and hand flares. These types of flares are shown to be among the most highly visible distress signals, especially in daylight when most recreational boaters…
Regular readers of Boating Industry Canada News Week Digest know that we are concerned about the loss of options for boaters to dispose of their expired Distress Flares.
Ross and crew on the racecourse last year at Chester Race Week. July 9, 2024 Chester, Nova Scotia is your picturesque seaside community that welcomes you like an old friend. The community becomes a haven for passionate sailors and volunteers in August for Chester Race Week. The event has a long history of great racing, competitive…
July 9, 2024 KingFisher Boats, renowned for their rugged and versatile adventure boats, proudly announces the launch of their latest models – the 3025 XRS and 2725 XRS. These new additions to the Offshore Series epitomize innovation, performance, and luxury, setting a new benchmark in the world of welded heavy-gauge aluminum boats. INTRODUCING THE XRS SERIES: EXTENDED ROOF…
July 9, 2024 The following story was written and published in the July 3rd edition of Marine Industry News from the UK. The following story should be of great concern to the global boat manufacturing industry – Andy Adams – Editor – Boating Industry Canada News Week Digest A new study has revealed worrying levels…
Manatee Technical College instructors Freddie Fowler (left) and Ron Tomlin (right) July 9, 2024 Florida school now an ABYC Marine Trades Accreditation Program (MTAP), preparing future marine service technicians to enter the workforce. The American Boat & Yacht Council (ABYC) Foundation has designated the Marine Service Technology course at Manatee Technical College (MTC) a Marine Trades Accreditation Program (MTAP). Launched in 2022,…
July 9, 2024 Ontario Sailing is excited to welcome Kropf Industrial as our official “Dock and Boat Handling Equipment Supplier of choice to Ontario Sailing”. Located in Seguin Ontario (near Parry Sound), the large manufacturing facility now recognized as Kropf Industrial Inc. was established as a small backyard welding shop in 1977 by their former President, Mr. Peter…
July 2, 2024 In preparation for the Canada Day Weekend, Boating Industry Canada News Week Digest contacted Bruce Hayne, Executive Director at Boating BC to discuss some recent boating mishaps and to talk about what we can each do as a boater. With the Canada Day weekend approaching, Boating BC Association is encouraging everyone who may be…
July 2, 2024 When it comes to delivering audiophile-quality sound and distortion-free volume, a dedicated amplifier is still the foundation of a premium marine stereo system. The new high-performance Infinity marine amps from RiverPark Marine provide a best-in-class listening experience with an attractive price point. Infinity marine amplifiers were designed from the ground up to perform in…