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Message From The Editor
Make Your Voices Heard on Mandatory PFD Wear
We are now well into October of 2024 and the window to give Transport Canada public input on the issue of regulating mandatory PFD wear ends at the end of October.
If you have already gone to Transport Canada’s “Let’s Talk…” website on the matter, you may have seen the questions that are there and felt that those were crafted to promote mandatory PFD wear. I have had several people tell me the questions were very “leading”. A letter I received from a reader who has a very impressive background in market research sent me the following letter:
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Andy Adams, Editor
aadams@kerrwil.com
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Feature
Make Your Voices Heard on Mandatory PFD Wear
Together, the NMMA Canada, the CMRA and Boating Industry Canada are reaching out to let you know about an important consultation from Transport Canada on potential regulations requiring the mandatory wearing of personal flotation devices (PFDs) and lifejackets for recreational boaters.
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Feature
NMMA President Delivers State of The Industry Update At IBEX
Last week at the International BoatBuilders’ Exhibition and Conference (IBEX)’s Industry Breakfast, NMMA president and CEO, Frank Hugelmeyer, gave an update on the state of the industry to more than 900 stakeholders in attendance. Hugelmeyer discussed current economic headwinds and sales trends, emphasized how Discover Boating continues to play an important role...
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Help Us Make Waves! Volunteers Needed for Boating Ontario's Participation at the Level Up! Career Fair
These exciting events have been happening across Ontario throughout September and sessions will continue until the end of November. These are held in various areas and if there is one scheduled near you, you have a unique opportunity to participate. You can help inspire students and introduce them to the incredible career possibilities in the recreational boating industry!
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Changing Scene
Canadian Boating, a division of Kerrwil Media Limited, is pleased to welcome Mathew Channer to the position of Associate Editor
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, a decision which led to the next three years working as a deckhand all over the world.
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NMEA names 2024 Award Winners at Annual Conference & Expo
The industry’s top products were recognized at the 2024 NMEA Marine Electronics Conference & Expo, which took place at the Omni Hotel in Providence, RI. Members of the National Marine Electronics Association (NMEA) voted online in various categories for the prestigious Product of Excellence Awards.
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IBEX Announces Winners of the 2024 Innovation Awards
At the International BoatBuilders’ Exhibition and Conference (IBEX) on October 1st, the winners of the 2024 IBEX Innovation Awards Program were announced. The program is managed by the National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA) and judged by Boating Writers International (BWI).
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Changing Scene
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Nominations open for 5th International Electric Boat Awards - The Gussies
Presented by electric propulsion leaders Aqua superPower, BlueNav, Oceanvolt. Nominations are now being accepted for the fifth annual Gustave Trouvé Awards for Excellence in Electric Boats and Boating which were founded in 2020 by electric boat newsmagazine website Plugboats.com.
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Enter 14Forty Designs: A Modern Approach to Printing Reveals Itself
14Forty Designs, LLC— spearheaded by CEO and founder of ASA Tom Irions and 20-year industry veteran Doug Graham, Jr, 14Forty Designs introduces itself to the market as an efficient, high-end graphics printing company specializing in vinyl graphics, backlit acrylics, vehicle wraps, marketing POP, signage, and more.
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Education
Marine Electronics Tech Day on Nov 13th in Barrie Ontario
Come and see the latest from the following companies:
-Furuno - the new TZT XL series MFD's
-Maretron - Vessel Monitoring and Control thru NMEA2000
-Time Zero Navigation Software
-Hatteland Technologies...
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Events
2024 Boating BC Conference Early Bird rates still available!
We are thrilled to announce that early bird registration for our 2024 Boating BC Conference is NOW ON SALE! Secure your conference tickets at a special discounted rate, and as an added bonus, all early bird registrants from today until October 11th will be automatically entered for a chance to win a pair of tickets to the Grey Cup at BC Place on November 17. The prize also includes a one-night stay at the conference host hotel, Delta Hotel & Casino.
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Product Focus
Lenco Pro Control™ Wins 2024 IBEX Innovation Award
Lenco™, a leader in the design and manufacture of trim tabs, actuators, hatch lifts and accessories, has been awarded a 2024 IBEX Innovation Award in the Propulsion Parts, Propellers category for its Pro Control auto-leveling solution. “It is an honor to have Pro Control selected as a winner for a 2024 IBEX Innovation Award...
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Princecraft® Boats, a leading manufacturer of high-quality aluminum boats and a brand within Brunswick Corporation (NYSE: BC), today announced the launch of the all-new Sport 188 model. Building on the success of the Sport 175 debut in 2023, the all-new Sport 188 represents the next generation within the Crossover segment.
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Bayliner Boats has announced the launch of the all-new Trophy T22SC at the Annapolis Boat Show. The dual console layout of the T22SC is a first-of-its-kind within the Bayliner lineup offering consumers a multipurpose boat with versatility for fishing and cruising.
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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.
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