Aug 19, 2025 Legend Boats proudly announces the appointment of Maurice Beland as Director of Product and Brand Development, effective immediately. A key contributor to the company for nearly two decades, Maurice has helped shape the performance, styling, and identity of Legend Boats from the inside out. “Maurice has always been the heart behind how our boats look, feel, and perform, and the…
Aug 19, 2025 Boating Ontario shared the sad news of Allison Dixon’s passing at the age of 36. Allison was a devoted mother to Hardin and Myah, a beloved fiancée to John, and a cherished daughter, sister, aunt, and an active member of the Rosseau Road Powersports & Marine team. Known for her adventurous spirit, love of snowmobiling,…
Aug 12, 2025 Since joining Legend Boats, Thomas has been a key force behind the brand’s evolution, quietly driving major wins across national campaigns, retail engagement, digital innovation, and product launches. His contributions have helped shape the way Legend communicates with customers, supports its dealers, and presents itself across all platforms. “As many of you know, Thomas has been a core…
Aug 12, 2025 The International BoatBuilders’ Exhibition and Conference (IBEX), North America’s largest marine trade show and conference, has announced that it has welcomed Kate Donadio to the role of Director of Marketing and Communications. With a sharp eye for strategy and engagement, she will lead efforts to grow IBEX’s reach and elevate its marketing performance. Donadio most recently served…
July 15, 2025 Mike Burns, president of North South Nautical Group is pleased to announce that Hans Wolter has joined the brokerage team. Hans is a successful entrepreneur with a proven ability to adapt and thrive across diverse industries. He began his career in the printing business, growing a small operation of just three employees into a thriving company with…
July 8, 2025 January 26, 1947 – June 28, 2025 Peacefully at Lanark Lodge, Perth on Saturday, June 28, 2025. Doug Horsfall of Portland, in his 79th year. Beloved husband of Joan (Flucker) Horsfall. Doug was the second-generation owner of Len’s Cove Marina in Portland. Doug also served as President of the Ontario Marina Operators Association…
July 8, 2025 RS Marine Group is proud to announce the appointment of Ben Willows as its new Chief Executive Officer. A seasoned executive leader with over 20 years of experience, Ben brings not only a proven track record of strategic development and operational excellence – but also a lifelong, lived passion for sailing and for RS boats themselves. For Ben, this role is…
June 24, 2025 Rightboat.com, the global online marketplace transforming how people buy and sell boats, proudly announces the appointment of Jamie Tate as Account Manager, USA. With an extensive background in the marine industry and a reputation for client-focused service, Jamie brings invaluable experience and insight to Rightboat’s continued growth across North America. Jamie joins Rightboat following…
June 17, 2025 The sisters from Nova Scotia come up with a second consecutive podium finish. Antonia and Georgia Lewin-LaFrance from Chester, N.S., won the gold medal in 49erFX at the 2025 49er, 49erFX and Nacra 17 European Championships which ended on Sunday in Thessaloniki, GRE. Sitting in sixth position after the first day of racing, the sisters…
June 17, 2025 As of Monday, June 2, Kurt Hilton will assume the responsibilities of manager at Fogh Boat Supplies. Kurt has been with Fogh Boat Supplies for four years and his most recent position has been assistant manager. Mike Paulssen, who has been with the store since 1992, is stepping down from his role as manager to move…
June 10, 2025 Ben Gartside, owner of Gartside Marine Engines in Sidney and Oakbay, BC has recently retired from his instructor position with Quadrant Marine Institute after more than 30 years of engagement. Despite growing up sailing and racing, Ben’s original path started in a UK university studying geology and exploring various related occupations. When his van…
June 3, 2025 In Loving Memory of Kenneth Lorne Blodgett, May 17th 1946 – November 29th 2024 On Friday, November 29th, 2024, Ken was taken from us suddenly in Gore Bay in his 78th year after a near half century battling complications of Type 1 Diabetes. While we process this incredible loss and sadness, we are…
June 3, 2025 PLOEGER, Jan Paul – Peacefully at Lakeridge Health Oshawa – Hospice Care on Friday, May 23, 2025 at the age of 50. Beloved son of Barbara (née Prentice) and John Ploeger. Loving father of Chase Ploeger of Keswick and good friend to Tammy Holwell (Chase’s mom). Jan attended St. John the Evangelist Catholic School…
Pat Healy head coach for the Canadian yachting team at the 1988 Olympic games in Seoul. May 27, 2025 Sail Canada shares with the Canadian sailing community the passing of International Sailing Official, Coach, Mentor and Sailor Pat Healy on May 17. Pat Healy had been an International Judge since 1990 and an International Umpire….
Yacht Designer Mark Ellis May 20, 2025 By Rob Mazza We are sad to report the recent passing of yacht designer Mark Ellis in Essex, Connecticut. Mark had moved to Essex many years ago after a long and successful design career in Oakville, Ontario, where he built his company Mark Ellis Design and established his…
May 13, 2025 Gulf Craft announces the appointment of Erwin Bamps as its new CEO to support its next phase of development across key international markets. Bamps, who played a pivotal role in Gulf Craft’s global rise in the early 2000s, brings extensive leadership experience and keen market insights across Europe, Asia, Australia, and the Americas—key regions shaping the industry, where the Group is…
May 6, 2025 Bryton Marine Group is pleased to announce the appointment of James Irwin as President/COO of AlumaCraft Boats Inc., effective May 1, 2025. The expected closing date for the transaction with BRP Inc. is April 30, 2025. This announcement comes as part of Bryton Marine Group’s upcoming acquisition of Alumacraft. James’s deep passion for the marine industry has brought him back to…
May 6, 2025 AIRMAR® Technology Corporation, a world leader in ultrasonic transducers and Chirp technology is proud to announce the promotion of Brandon Wollard to Gemeco Sales Manager. Since joining Gemeco in 2024 as an Outside Sales Representative, Wollard has brought an energetic and strategic approach to sales, quickly proving himself a vital asset to the team. “Brandon’s deep…
Apr 29, 2025 We all knew John. And by ‘we’ I mean pretty much anyone who raced around Toronto or Georgian Bay or the Caribbean or Florida or in a special needs regattas anywhere. Ask anyone in the J24 or Melges fleet, at ABYC, RCYC, PCYC, etc etc and they could identify him as a…
Apr 29, 2025 We learned from the IBEX Show website that Carl Cramer, 78, of South Portland, Maine, died at Gosnell Memorial Hospice House in Scarborough, on April 10, 2025 with his wife Melissa Wood and dog Muttley at his side. Carl was born on July 14, 1946, in Hollywood, California, to Elizabeth (Norris) and Ambrose…