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CanBoat News
Don't forget to redeem your benefits for Holiday Savings!
• Weems and Plath – Navigation tools and equipment – 15% discount
• ICOM– VHF Radio Equipment – Save $10 – $50
• CTow – Marine Assistance – 15% discount
• AquaMap Navigation Software – 15% discount
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Here are your new Directors and Award Winners!
Robert Anderson, John Ashworth, Martin Gangnier, Jean-Guy Giguère, Janet Fraser, Elaine Mundle, Maurice Marwood, Glen Blake, Gary Clow, Richard Lariviere, Scott Homan, George Craigie, Brent England, David Agnew, Lise Blais-Huot, Wally Wells, Nigel Stafford, Marie Dosso, Claude Martin, Lynda Bennett-Retei, Eric Phinney, Kelly Symons as NMD.
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Volunteer Spotlight
We recognize the Volunteer of the Year Award recipient: Dan Blackwell, Blue Mountain Squadron, Georgian Trent District. Nominated by: Elaine Mundle. Dan has committed his time and expertise in many ways to the organization. He is a Past Squadron and District Commander who has held many positions on both the squadron and district levels.
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Conference Photo coverage
Patrick T. Lavelle has uploaded his photos of the Conference here. Check them out and download your favourites!
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Editor's Note
Your Friends Will (Should) Thank You
By sharing your love of boats with your relatives and friends, you are making their lives much easier. Even if they are not boaters themselves, you have made their holiday-giving season one gift simpler. Picture it – they are going through their list…a sweater for Gramma, Lego for young Martha and what about John? Oh, he’s (or she or whomever) is a boater. Let’s get something boat-y.
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New Boats
Center Console from Axopar
Centre console boats have traditionally been made solely with fishing activities in mind. The Axopar 29 CCX breaks that tradition - a centre console boat can be further enriched by offering the flexibility to handle both fishing trips and social gatherings with its versatile deck layout.
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Written in Partnership with FLIR Maritime
New and Improved Alpha Performance Displays from Raymarine
The award-winning Alpha Performance Display by Raymarine is getting a free upgrade that adds valuable new features with the release of the Alpha 3.0 software update. Packed with helpful tools such as new visualizations and autopilot integration, boaters now get even more from their Alpha displays with an easy-to-install update.
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Responsible Boating
Training and Upskilling in the Off-season.
Growing up by the sea and then spending my adult life working on it, many of my favorite memories were formed on the water, from childhood fishing trips to trans-Pacific crossings. Boating, whatever your flavour, is a joyful activity that for many of us will be some of the best times of our lives. It certainly has for me.
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Ask Andrew
Antifreeze
There’s a meme that circulates only boating pages and social media at this time of year: An a-frame sign reads ‘A moment of silence for those forced to winterize their boats’. Not all of us do – 12-month boating is possible on Canada’s west coast – and those of us in the colder areas of the country can fight over indoor heated storage. The rest of us are forced to winterize our boats.
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New Boats For Sale
November 2024
Thank you to our dedicated readers and new subscribers for taking a look at the boats available to you in Ontario now. With the great weather that has extended into the beginning of November, why not take a road trip to some of the boating businesses featured below to start your new or used boat upgrade now?
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News
MacDonald Turkey Point Marina raises $22,600 for the London Children’s Health Foundation
On Friday, October 11th, 2024, Brad Thomson, General Manager of MacDonald Turkey Point Marina presented a cheque for $22,600 to Jennifer Baxter of the London Children’s Health Foundation. Also on hand for the cheque presentation alongside Brad, was Haldimand-Norfolk MPP, Bobbi Anne Brady, Dan Demeester, Julie Thomson, Norfolk County Mayor...
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Left Coast Lush
Our Photo of the Week comes from the West Coast where the weather stays milder and the water doesn’t freeze. And the urban scenery is stunning.
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Tech
Pros and Cons of Multiple Outboard Motors
Outboard motors are a popular choice due to their versatility and ease of maintenance. When it comes to choosing the right number of outboard motors for a boat, the decision can significantly impact performance, safety, and cost.
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Canadian SailGP
NorthStar Team Takes Flight
Yesterday (November 6) began a new era for the Canadian team competing in SailGP with the unveiling of a new name, the NorthStar SailGP Team. According to the announcement, “Inspired by Canada’s northern spirit and dedication to excellence, the NorthStar SailGP Team is steadfast in its mission to elevate performance on the water and promote a healthy lifestyle centered on active living and well-being.
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Eight Bells
Sailing lost a great one this week! Dennis Toews
The sport of sailing lost a great one this week! Dennis Toews passed away on Sunday November 3 2024. Dennis Toews started me on my Olympic Journey on a cold and rainy April Saturday in 1973. Dennis Toews extended a warm and hardy handshake to a young man who raced down the highway just to get a chance to sail with Toews and Hans Fogh.
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Regional Roundup
Award and Meeting Season
2024 BC Sailing Annual Summit & Awards! Join us at Jericho Sailing Centre for our annual summit; featuring keynote speakers, breakout sessions, a networking lunch, and the BC Sailing Awards. 2024 BC Sailing Annual Summit: Jericho Sailing Centre, November 23rd, 2024.
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Offshore
Canadians Finish Strong at Mixed Doubles
Benjamin Daniel and Sarah Nicholson took the 8th position overall at the first-ever Offshore Double Handed World Championships held in Lorient, FRA last month. After taking the fifth and last spot available for the Final Race in their overnight elimination race including 11 boats, the Canadian Team finished 8th out of ten in the Final Race held Monday to Tuesday.
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