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Message From The Editor
NMMA Canada Hall of Fame history
Welcome to the first edition of Boating Industry Canada News Week Digest for 2024! We sincerely hope that you had a wonderful holiday season with good times, good friends and a good chance to relax and plan the year ahead.
We also hope you have been able to RSVP to attend the NMMA Canada Industry Breakfast on January 23, 2024 at the Beanfield Centre just across the street from the Toronto International Boat Show. Our main sponsor is again Wells Fargo and they will have economist Nick Bennenbroek on hand with knowledge and market insights to help us plan our business in 2024. Also, a highlight of the morning will be the announcement of the NMMA Hall of Fame recipient. The Hall of Fame honours people who have made a positive contribution to the industry throughout their careers. Many have also been colourful, interesting, and even legendary people. A great example is Ted Quinn who founded Quinn’s Marina in Pefferlaw, Ontario. Ted passed away recently and we have his obituary in this edition of News Week.
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Andy Adams, Editor
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Changing Scene
BRP Celebrates 20 Years of Adventures and Innovation
On December 18, 2023, BRP Inc., marked an important milestone in its history by celebrating 20 years of adventure, innovation and growth. BRP’s adventure began on December 18, 2003, when it was launched as a standalone company. Its mission, which remains the same today, was to create new ways to move people and redefine powersports riding experiences so that...
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Changing Scene
Dometic launches Optimus 3000 Series electric steering for a wide variety of inboard boats
Dometic expands its inboard electric steering solution with its new Dometic Optimus 3000 Electric Steering System, specifically designed to meet the load capacity and handling needs of many styles of inboard boats up to 40-feet in length. Dometic is taking even a further step into electrification of marine steering systems...
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Nordic Tugs announces Grand Yachts Inc., British Columbia as Authorized Dealer for Western Canada
“Nordic Tugs is pleased to announce that Grand Yachts Inc., in British Columbia has been named our Authorized Dealer for Western Canada. We are excited to be working with Robb Butler and his team at Grand Yachts. We believe that their professionalism in the marine industy will serve Nordic Tugs Owners’ needs well for many years to come.
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Changing Scene
See Taiga’s Orca Performance electric watercraft in action at the Toronto Boat Show
Taiga Motors, the Canadian leader in the electrification of powersports, will showcase its latest personal watercraft at the Toronto International Boat Show January 19-28, 2024 at booth 136, Heritage Court. If you’d like more information about Taiga and would like to see the Orca Performance, a 100% electric...
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Changing Scene
Join one of 3 Zoom Workshops with Dr. Gordon Giesbrecht
If you’re a first responder, work, or just spend time recreating on, or near cold water, this
workshop is for you. You will learn everything you need to know to survive an accidental cold water immersion and also how to help others who may have become hypothermic.
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Events
Register Today for NMMA's Industry Breakfast at TIBS
The annual NMMA Canada State of the Industry Breakfast will be held Tuesday, January 23 from 8:30 am–11 am at the Beanfield Centre (Exhibition Place), 105 Princes’ Blvd, Toronto, ON. As always, our industry breakfast takes place during the Toronto International Boat Show.
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Product Focus
Clean buffing pads work better
Nothing beats an electric orbital polisher to bring the sparkle back to a boat. But as its buffing pad builds up dead gelcoat, dirt, oil, wax and compound, it becomes less effective. When this happens, take a Clean-N-Simple Tip from Shurhold – it’s time for Serious Pad Cleaner.
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New compact courtesy light is also waterproof
High-quality marine lighting is essential for safety anywhere aboard. Dark steps and corners, dim compartments and work areas all present potential hazards. The new CLX RGBW LED Courtesy Light from Shadow-Caster is waterproof to increase visibility above deck and compact for accenting below...
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Product Focus
JL Audio unveils MediaMaster® Wireless Remote with Zone Control for Marine Audio Systems
Keep it cradled, or take it with you to conveniently control your JL Audio marine source unit and audiozones from anywhere on deck. JL Audio, a Garmin brand and manufacturer of high-performance marine audio systems, announced the addition of the MMR-25W wireless remote controller...
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Product Focus
Pail full of heavy parts
Boats and buckets go hand in hand. Owners fill them with soapy water while boatyards, marinas, dealers, and manufacturers often use them for toting heavy parts and used lubricants. Either way, moving them can be back-breaking toil without the Lil’ Dolly Bucket/Pail Dolly from Beckson Marine.
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Compact speaker has matching small price
Many small stereo speakers sound tinny and lack the sound pressure level (SPL) to overcome the various noises on a boat. But not the 3–1/2″ Milennia S3501 from RiverPark Marine, formerly ProSpec Electronics. The high-performance mid-range speaker fits into the tightest spaces, produces rich, high-end audio and has a price tag that matches its compact size.
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Just Launched
Boston Whaler launches the 210 Vantage
Boston Whaler just introduced the newest model in the Vantage lineup – the 210 Vantage, an all-new, keel-up dual console model designed with premium features core to the Boston Whaler brand, as well as intuitive technology to attract the next generation of boaters.
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People
Eight Bells Ted Quinn
Edward Charles (Ted) Quinn passed away peacefully at Uxbridge Hospital with his family at his side, on Monday, December 18, 2023 at the age of 89 years. Ted Quinn of Pefferlaw, beloved husband of 65 years to Suzanne (nee McKelvey). Dear father of Terry, Tim and his wife Lynda, Diana Fairty and her husband Cam, Susan Beloff and her husband Bill, and Ted and his wife Therese.
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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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