Mar 18, 2025 1936-2025 While growing up on the Skagerrak in Aalborg, Denmark, Bent Jespersen fell in love with boats, so at age 15, he started his four-year apprenticeship at the local shipyard—the largest business in town—where his dad, older brother and uncle were already employed. But in 1955, at age 19 and liking travel,…
Mar 4, 2025 With profound sadness, we announce the passing of William (Bill) Alexander Milne on February 23, 2025, at the age of 86, at Wellbrook Place in Mississauga. He leaves behind his devoted wife of 34 years, Elaine, and his beloved children, Alexandra and Thomas. He is also survived by his brother, Glen, and many…
Feb 25, 2025 Nearing 70 years in operation, the Maritime Museum of BC is ready to set sail towards the next 70 years. For its fifth year, the Float the Boat campaign aims to raise $25,000 for museum operations. From 17 February to 18 March, museum supporters, staff, volunteers, and board members will share exactly what goes in to operating the…
Richard the boardroom guy Feb 25, 2025 Richard ‘D’ Mitchele has two passions – sailing and marketing. Now he brings his double life together in a creative agency and consultancy aimed at solving everything in the ad/marketing/sponsorship for boating clients. Based in Oakville, ON but equally at home on the dock in Mallorca, or at…
Jan 14, 2025 Yamaha Motor Manufacturing Company (YMMC) is pleased to announce that Robert (Bob) Brown has been appointed President, effective December 30, 2024. Bob succeeds Takahiro (Taka) Imanishi, who has returned to Japan to assume a new position after serving as President of YMMC since 2020. Bob’s extensive background in manufacturing, his strong relationships within Yamaha, both globally and within the U.S.,…
Jan 14, 2025 It is with great sorrow that we announce the passing of former Correct Craft CEO and Wakeboarding Hall of Fame member, Walter N. Meloon (Walt) at the age of 87. The grandson of Correct Craft’s founder, Walt served in the family boat business for 52 years. Throughout his tenure, he was instrumental in Correct Craft’s innovation…
Dec 10, 2024 Murray McCullough has been named the new Executive Director of Ontario Sailing, effective January 6, 2025. Murray will replace Glenn Lethbridge, Ontario Sailing’s Executive Director for nearly 18 years, who will set sail for retirement in March of 2025. Murray will be responsible for providing strategic leadership for Ontario Sailing and ensuring…
Dec 10, 2024 Nicolo Genco passed away peacefully in his sleep on November 28,2024 at the age of 86 years old. Born on February 4, 1938. Nick lived a full and vibrant life from beginning to end and touched the lives of many people. In 1953 at the age of 15, his mother Michelina and…
Dec 10, 2024 Ed Botterell, born January 24, 1931, a Canadian sailing legend, passed December 2, 2024. First noted in 1947 when he represented the Royal St Lawrence Yacht Club for the right to represent Canada in the first post war Olympics in the single handed Firefly. Beaten, but just, by Bruce Kirby from Ottawa,…
Nov 26, 2024 Steve Harrison steps up to the new role of Global Product Manager at Highfield Boats as the company is set to significantly accelerate its future product development efforts. Steve, working closely with the existing Highfield team, will implement both structure and strategy to drive this ambitious initiative forward. Steve has over 25 years of marine…
Nov 5, 2024 Yamaha Motor Canada is excited to announce two new product line managers for WaterCraft and Outboard Motor as well as a new Marketing Associate for Marine products and special markets. With the addition of these newly established product line manager roles, Yamaha is demonstrating its commitment to strengthening our product offerings and ensuring sustained growth in…
Oct 22, 2024 Legend Boats is pleased to announce the appointment of Jesse Davis as Vice President of Duhamel and Dewar Inc., effective immediately. Jesse, formerly the Director of Sales and Marketing, steps into this role following nearly 20 years of dedicated service in a variety of capacities at Legend Boats. Reporting directly to the CEOs, Jesse will oversee…
Oct 8, 2024 Mathew brings a wealth of unique recreational and professional boating experience in both power boating and sailing. He found his love of being on the water while growing up in Australia, fishing, wakeboarding, and sailing with his family. At the age of 18, Mathew stepped aboard an exploratory yacht as a volunteer,…
Oct 8, 2024 Raymarine – global leader in high-performance marine electronics – recently announced Michelle Hildyard as the Vice President of Operations. With 19 years of experience in the marine industry, all within Raymarine and FLIR, Hildyard brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to her new role. Her career progression within the company has spanned various critical positions,…
Sept 24, 2024 Serving as High Performance Director for six and a half years, Mike Milner was a significant contributor to the successes of the Canadian Sailing Team and his leadership supported the growth of Sail Canada’s Development Squad, the development of the Sail Canada Identified Athlete Program and investments in coach development. “On behalf…
Sandeep Sandhu enters the new role of Country Manager in Kongsberg Discovery for the US and Canada. Sept 24, 2024 Sandeep Sandhu has held the position as General Manager for Kongsberg Discovery Canada since August 2023. In his new role he will also oversee Kongsberg Discovery’s activities in the USA. Kongsberg Discovery develops technology to ensure sustainable management…
Sept 17, 2024 Yamaha U.S. Marine Business Unit has announced Bryan Seti is the new National Sales and Marketing Manager for G3® Boats. Seti will also continue his current role as General Manager of Yamaha’s WaterCraft Division. Within both positions, Seti will leverage 25 years of proven sales and marketing expertise to propel both the G3 and WaterCraft brands. “Bryan brings unique perspective to…
From Left: Ryan Albertson and Jeremy Buckley Sept 17, 2024 Dockmate, manufacturer of wireless remote-control systems for yachts, announced that it has expanded its sales team with the hire of two new Product Specialists – Ryan Albertson and Jeremy Buckley. With 25 years of experience in the boating industry, Albertson is a seasoned expert who has made waves…
Sept 10, 2024 Jeffrey Wisniewski, Owner and President of MTI Industries, manufacturer of marine gas fumes, fire and bilge alarms as well as RV carbon monoxide, propane and smoke detectors under the Safe T Alert™ brand, passed away August 10 after a long illness. Jeff began working for MTI in 1991. Over the years, Jeff…
Sept 10, 2024 Join Ontario Sailing to honour Glenn Lethbridge’s career in sailing, especially his 18 years of service at the helm of Ontario Sailing as Executive Director, as he starts to head into the bay towards the retirement dock. This is a great opportunity to connect with your sailing friends from across the province,…