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Message From The Editor
Some good news on the tech situation
For about as long as I can remember, the boating industry has needed more technicians to train and join the business. With the west coast’s balmy weather and basically twelve-month season, it seems that British Columbia has simply been able to attract more young people into the industry yet even there, we see unfilled opportunities. Through the Great Lakes and St. Lawrence areas, some of the business has continued to be seasonal and we have had a tough time attracting young people.
Recently, student recruitment efforts have ramped up with in-person high school visits, advertising by the college, the Boating Ontario Marine Worx program and also, our continued editorial support through the Boating Industry Canada Career Profiles. It all seem to be having an effect. Last week I called Rob Davidson, Professor and Program Coordinator, Marine and Small Engine Programs at Georgian College and I was really pleased when Rob said we are in pretty good shape.
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Andy Adams, Editor aadams@kerrwil.com
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Changing Scene
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Boaters need to know how to prepare for hurricane season
The Boat Owners Association of The United States, BoatUS sent this valuable information just ahead of the arrival of Hurricane Hilary in Southern California early Monday morning August 21. The message was that recreational boat owners must prepare now to help prevent damage to their boats, according to Boat Owners Association of The United States (BoatUS).
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IJC seeks Public Input on Water Levels
The Great Lakes–St. Lawrence River Adaptive Management (GLAM) Committee is seeking to better understand how changing Great Lakes – St. Lawrence River water levels impact people that live and work along the shoreline as well as the ecosystem. The GLAM Committee has developed a short questionnaire to enable impacted shoreline property owners...
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Events
Boat afloat from Quebec City and Montreal September 8 to 10 and September 22 to 24
In September, it's the annual meeting of boating enthusiasts: the Bateau à flot events in Montreal and Quebec City are back in force more than ever to impress you!
From September 8 to 10 in the Louise Basin at the magnificent Port of Quebec marina, boaters are invited to visit and try boats on the water throughout the weekend!
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Events
The Maritime Museum of BC’s 44th Annual Victoria Classic Boat Festival Returns this Labour Day Weekend!
The Maritime Museum of BC, with support from the Greater Victoria Harbour Authority, Mill Bay Marine Group, the BC Fairs, Festivals, an Events Recovery Fund grant from the Province of British Columbia, and a Festival Investment Grant from the City of Victoria, will be hosting the 44th Annual Victoria Classic Boat Festival this Labour Day Weekend, from September 1-3, 2023.
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IBEX 2023 Education Conference to highlight the latest trends from industry experts
Early Bird Deadline to Register is August 30 for World-Class Education Offerings - The International BoatBuilders’ Exhibition and Conference (IBEX), North America’s largest trade event for marine industry professionals, has announced the schedule of world-class technical education included in the IBEX Education Conference to be held during the Show...
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Events
Dealer Week 2023 Education Pathway Hosts Announced
The Marine Retailers Association of the Americas (MRAA) has announced the Education Pathway Hosts for its annual Dealer Week Conference and Expo, held Dec. 4-7, in Tampa, Fla. Three highly talented, well-versed and driven speakers will lead their respective “classrooms,” offering insight, interacting with the audience and guiding attendees to take action...
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Education
Free ABYC Micro-Courses for Members & Certified Technicians!
Increase your industry knowledge and accumulate CEUs! These courses are for members and certified technicians - you will need to login to access. Battery charging systems are found on boats large and small and with the increased demand for electrical devices onboard, there is an increased need for properly designed charging systems.
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Product Focus
Easily upgrade boat hardware in minutes
Many owners hesitate to upgrade their boat's hardware because they lack the confidence or equipment to make the requisite deck cut-outs. Accon Marine offers a solution in its range of surface-mount accessories that install in minutes with just a drill and a screwdriver and feature easy snap-in and snap-out operation.
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RELiON® Battery expands InSight Series product line with new 12V Lithium Battery
RELiON® Battery, a global leader in the development of lithium batteries, has announced the launch of its new InSight® 12V lithium battery. “We are thrilled to introduce the new InSight Series 12V lithium battery that will expand our InSight Series product line,” said Eric Lindquist, VP and General Manager, Power Systems at Navico Group.
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Product Focus
The trick to cleaning and restoring non-skid
Cleaning and restoring non-skid is one of the more intimidating projects a boat owner can face. But with a Clean-N-Simple Tip from Shurhold, anyone with the right tools and a little time can attain professional-quality results and quickly gain the skills needed to help others master this task.
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New kits extinguish small lithium-ion battery fires
Rechargeable lithium-ion battery-powered devices are a part of everyday life, especially on a boat. So too is the reality that if their batteries fail, the extremely hot and volatile fire can't be extinguished utilizing a common handheld marine extinguisher. Fortunately, the new LiCELL™ SK Series Fire Safety Kits from Sea-Fire Marine were engineered for this scenario.
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Just Launched
Nuova Jolly: Luxury Rigid Inflatable Boats come to Canada
Nuova Jolly has long stood as a vanguard in the maritime industry, carving a unique niche for itself as the premier manufacturer of luxury rigid inflatable boats (RIBs). A dive into the history of the company unveils a deep-seated commitment to quality, innovation, and design, attributes that continue to define Nuova Jolly even today.
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Highfield Boats launches All-New Sport 800, ZeroJet 330 Electric Jet and More at 2023 FLIBS
Highfield Boats, the leading supplier of Rigid Inflatable Boats (RIBS) in North America, will display five all-new and newly updated models for model-year 2024, including both electric and traditionally powered RIBs, at the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show (FLIBS) on October 25-29, 2023.
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People
MRAA adds new Director of Government Relations to amplify advocacy efforts
The Marine Retailers Association of the Americas announced that it has added Mike Sayre as Director of Government Relations. As dealers face significant regulatory and legislative challenges to their businesses, the MRAA is ramping up its government relations efforts to ensure the voice of the dealers is represented in the halls of government at the federal...
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Calendar
Boating Industry Canada News Week now lists many in-person events such as Distributor Shows, Industry Conferences, and of course, Boat Shows. Check the listings here.
Check the Calendar for the latest Event Listings and their websites for details.
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