July 22, 2025 Entries are now being accepted for the 2025 IBEX Innovation Awards through Aug. 20. If you’ve developed a new product or technology, this is your opportunity to gain the recognition—and visibility—it deserves on the industry’s premier stage. Participating in the Innovation Awards offers a powerful platform to showcase your innovation to key decision-makers, buyers,…
July 22, 2025 Aviara Boats, the industry’s most forward-thinking luxury sport boat brand, has officially entered a new era of innovation and growth. Following the acquisition of Aviara’s assets by Cruisers Yachts in late 2024, the transition is now complete, with all desired assets successfully relocated to Cruisers Yachts’ state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in Oconto, Wisconsin. Cruisers Yachts—an esteemed American boat builder with over 70…
July 15, 2025 Simrad Yachting, a leader in marine electronics and navigation, just introduced the new AutoTrack™ feature for its HALO® 2000 and HALO 3000 Radars. The new feature brings automated tracking to the world’s most intuitive and easy-to-use radar system. AutoTrack* automatically detects, tracks, and prioritizes moving vessels and other targets, enhancing situational awareness and improving on-water safety. “Simrad…
Taylor Doll lives and breathes the boating lifestyle. Credit: Dockside Marine Centre July 15, 2025 By Mathew Channer Taylor Doll’s smile is unmissable when he greets you, and it only gets wider when we head out onto Okanagan Lake, B.C. for a test run of the new 2025 Chapparal Surf 26. Doll loves boating and, as General Manager of Dockside…
July 15, 2025 Trent-Severn Waterway National Historic Site – Parks Canada is thrilled to invite paddlers and outdoor enthusiasts to one of the most unique paddling events in the country — Lock & Paddle 2025! Join us on Saturday, July 19, 2025, anytime from 12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the iconic Peterborough Lift Lock on the…
By Jill Snider July 15, 2025 Monday, July 7, I attended a boating industry event hosted by Boating Ontario. The “Meet the Board Mixer” was the first of its kind in many years. Revived by the association as a way for local members to connect in a relaxed environment, I walked away feeling inspired by…
July 15, 2025 Three inflatables. One innovative bladder platform. A new era of comfort, safety, and performance on the water. Mustang Survival rounds out their inflatables collection with the launch of two highly anticipated additions: the Elite 120 and Elite 190. These inflatable PFDs build on the revolutionary design of the award-winning Atlas 190 DLX Life…
July 15, 2025 BRP Inc. has announced that it has entered into a definitive agreement whereby members of the Marcott family, owners of Bentley Pontoons, will be acquiring Manitou assets in Lansing, Michigan. This transaction comes on the heels of BRP’s decision to sell its Marine businesses to double down on its core Powersports activities, enhancing its position for long-term…
July 8, 2025 Garmin, the world’s largest and most innovative marine electronics manufacturer, has announced the premium Fusion Apollo™ RA800 marine stereo that brings reimagined design and powerful audio performance to boaters everywhere. Designed specifically for marine environments, the Apollo RA800 offers high-resolution, lossless audio and Wi-Fi® connectivity for exceptional sound performance and seamless streaming. The stereo also features a more powerful internal amplifier and drives up to four…
July 8, 2025 Aquila Power Catamarans is excited to announce the upcoming launch of the all-new Aquila 46 Yacht, arriving in September 2025. This latest addition to the Aquila portfolio brings the same award-nominated “Explorer” aesthetic as the acclaimed 50 Yacht to a more intimate 46-foot platform, delivering larger yacht innovation and capability for those seeking the perfect…
July 8, 2025 By John Gullick I have been asked if CanBoat will again be offering local events across the country to talk to boaters about their Safety Equipment and giving them an opportunity to legally dispose of outdated marine flares. CanBoat is excited to announce that their partnership with CIL Orion will continue but…
Queen of Cowichan is one of several B.C. Ferries vessels due for replacement. Credit: B.C. Ferries. July 8, 2025 By Mathew Channer B.C. Ferries has selected China Merchants Industry Weihai Shipyards (CMI Weihai) to build four New Major Vessels (NMVs) as part of its fleet expansion plan. CMI Weihai is an experienced builder for large international…
July 8, 2025 Hello everyone! Quadrant Marine Institute sends our thanks again, to BoatingBC for sponsoring the Marine Service Industry Bursary. If you need financial assistance to pay for training, the deadline for the Marine Service Industry Bursary is just a month away! Make sure to apply before July 31, 2025, (Wednesday) using the link below: https://www.quadrantmarine.com/mst-bursary-form Your training…
July 8, 2025 Mustang Survival, the Canadian brand renowned for innovative solutions in the most demanding marine environments, is expanding its European footprint through new distribution partnerships in Germany and Switzerland. Effective immediately, Broxe GmbH & Co. KG has become the exclusive importer of Mustang Survival products in Germany. Distribution will be supported in close collaboration with sales and marketing partner Brockhausen Marinevertrieb. Mustang…
July 1, 2025 As part of the Canada Strong Pass initiative, the Government of Canada is offering free admission to national parks, national historic sites, and national marine conservation areas operated by Parks Canada. This also includes free lockage at the seven canals administered by Parks Canada on historic waterways (mooring fees still apply). Discovery Passes that…
July 1, 2025 CanBoat’s six new mini-courses are now live! For new boaters or simply for those looking to boost their confidence for the summer, these short, practical courses are designed to help our community build real-world skills. 6 Must-Have Topics Every Boater Should Master LEARN MORE HERE From docking to tides to emergencies —…
Katy Campbell at the helm of Panacea X – Mathew Channer July 1, 2025 By Mathew Channer Katy Campbell is a Canadian yacht captain, sailing instructor and owner of Sea to Sky Sailing in Vancouver B.C., who is working to close the gap between aspiring and trained sailors and improve Canadian sailors’ path from dinghy…
July 1, 2025 Vision Marine Technologies Inc., a leader in high-voltage electric marine propulsion systems, has announced the acquisition of Nautical Ventures Group, Inc. (“Nautical Ventures”), a Florida-based recreational boat dealership, marina, and service provider. Recently named the 2024 Boating Industry “Dealer of the Year”. Nautical Ventures is widely recognized as one of the top…
July 1, 2025 Panama, Canada, and 35 other countries commit to tackling underwater noise pollution to protect marine life During the third UN Ocean Conference (UNOC), Ministers from Panama and Canada joined leaders from 35 other countries to launch the High Ambition Coalition for a Quiet Ocean, the first global political coalition dedicated to reducing harmful ocean…
From the left: Chris Chapman, Volvo Penta Canada, Chris Hawkins, Yamaha Motor Canada, Patrick Pereira, NMMA Canada, Rick Layzell, Boating Ontario, Rodier Grondin, Princecraft, Krista Sparkes, Smoker Craft Boats, Jan Villem De Jong, Neptunus Yachts, Richard Straka, Mercury Marine, Jesse Davis, Legend Boats, Marie-France Mckinnon, Executive Director of NMMA Canada, Thomas Medri, Regal Boats, Cameron…