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Message From The Editor
Flares, Food, and Fuel
We’re nearing the midpoint of the boating season and as ringmaster of this circus, I can provide some updates on several significant milestones.
First food: Dockside Dining has been quite a hit and we received a boatload of delicious and delightful responses. I can assure you we will be featuring a reader recommended boat-up restaurant rave every issue for the foreseeable future. Send yours and in the meantime, check the first submission - the Waubic - Looks incredibly yummy.
Flares: Tony from the Dartmouth Yacht Club wrote “Here at the Dartmouth Yacht Club in Nova Scotia we have a yard sale once a year and the local RCMP detachment shows up to collect flares, etc for disposal. They are taken to their shooting range for disposal.
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John Morris
Online Editor
Canadian Boating Magazine
Onboard@kerrwil.com
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News
Docks and boats broke loose in Oakville following severe flooding
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 interviewed David Phillips, senior climatologist with Environment and Climate Change Canada...
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Plugboats
Canada’s electric boating companies on the move
Two of Canada’s leading electric boat companies are making news with the announcements by Montreal’s Vision Marine Technologies’ of new 30th anniversary VOLT X boat and Vancouver’s outboard manufacturer ACEL of their new funding of $10 million USD (CDN $13,750,000). Vision Marine started out as a boat building company in 1994 – the Canadian Electric Boat Company – and changed its name in 2020...
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Written in partnership with Maple Leaf Marinas
Navigating the Waterways Safely: Essential Tips When Renting a Boat in Ontario
Renting a boat allows Ontarians to explore the stunning waterways across the province, creating lasting memories with loved ones. While the excitement of cruising the crystal-clear waters and discovering hidden coves is exhilarating, it comes with the responsibility of understanding and adhering to essential safety practices.
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Ask Andrew
Prop Damage
What happens when you hit a rock and cause damage to your prop? Let’s examine the impact (pardon the pun) on the prop and associated parts. A propellor is a finely tuned instrument. A lot of engineering goes into creating the right combination of diameter, pitch, cup and rake that turns an increase of engine RPM into efficient movement through the water.
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CanBoat News
Vessel Preparedness and How To Get A Free Courtesy Check
Every year thousands of boaters go out on the water without the proper safety equipment required by law. This equipment can be of great benefit and comfort and can mean the difference between a great day out on the water and a potential disaster. Required items vary depending on boat length but here is a list of things that you require on board...
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Written in partnership with Annapolis Sailboat Show
Plan Your Thanksgiving Trip to the 2024 Annapolis Sailboat Show
The Annapolis Sailboat Show (October 10-14) is an easy sell. Simply put, it’s the largest sailboat show in the world with over 200 sailboats and more than 550 exhibitors. If you’re looking to see the best of what the sailing industry has to offer, rendez-vous with likeminded sailors, or brush up on your seamanship skills – come October – Annapolis is the place to be. And while getting there can seem like a daunting task, it certainly doesn’t have to be.
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Dockside Dining
The Waubic – By Boat Only!
When you are a boater, there are two primary interests: 1 boating 2 Eating and drinking. To kick off this new series, Glen Blake sent us a perfect candidate – The Waubic. Built in 1913, The Waubic sits on the Severn River between Lock 43 and the historic Big Chute Marine Railroad at Lock 44 near Coldwater ON. It one of the few remaining boat access only destinations for cottagers and boaters to visit.
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POTW
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Faster Than Your Average Hippie Bus
Dan Pickard sent along this hybrid of a traditional VW window van and a pontoon boat taken in Gloucester Pool. Those of you old enough to remember will agree this is likely the fastest VW bus ever!
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Gear
Power Mismatch? No Problem!
Owners who enjoy exploring new marinas sometimes face a power pedestal that doesn’t match their boat’s electrical needs. The YQ230 Intelligent Y Adapter from Hubbell Marine is the solution for those times. It safely connects a 50A, 125/250V AC vessel to a dual 30A, 125V AC source, without any loss of onboard electrical functionality.
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CanBoat News
Waterspouts
What are they, when can they occur and what should you do if you encounter one while boating. There are two types of waterspouts depending on their origin. The tornado type (the most intense) results when a tornado moves out over the water. This waterspout has all the characteristics of a true tornado.
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Ask a Dealer
Looking To Purchase a Pontoon Boat? Here Are 5 Important Considerations
There are many types of pontoon boats available today. Some are designed for leisurely cruising, while others are built for racing. If you are looking for a pontoon boat, you should consider some important things before buying. In this blog, we are going to cover 5 important things you should consider before purchasing.
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Boating Memories Contest
Canadian Boating Invites your Stories. Win Prizes, too!
Canadian Boating invites our readers to share in our first ever Boating Memories Story Contest and for that, you will need to be out on the water creating your content! We are asking for a 350–1000-word story including 3-5 photos (preferably 300 dpi or better). The nature of your essay should be about a particular fond memory you have from boating or a general essay about why you love boating.
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News
Glen Haven NS Hosts Sail Canada 2024 Sail East This Weekend
Over 170 sailors will be in action this weekend, July 19-21, at the St. Margaret Sailing Club in Nova Scotia, as they will take part in Sail Canada 2024 Sail East Championships. The competition will be held during the Bay Wind Regatta and the 2024 ILCA Canadian Championships. Sailors will primarily come from New Brunswick, Prince Edward Island, Newfoundland and...
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