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Message From The Editor
Like Playoff Hockey
It occurs to me that running your business this coming summer is a lot like playoff hockey. In many markets across the country we again face a short season, intense competition from all the other vacation options that were blocked during COVID, and the clock is running. Labour Day is coming.
The winning teams relay on their coaches to make smart choices, to motivate their players and to deal with the rapidly changing environment.
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Andy Adams, Editor
aadams@kerrwil.com
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Feature
Make this the year to become an “Employer of Choice” business
With the Employer of Choice designation, your business will better attract top talent and you will gain the tools and techniques to inspire your employees to go the extra mile!
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Feature
Marine Students Participate in 2023 Skills Ontario Competition
The 2023 Skills Ontario Competition was held at the Toronto Congress Centre May 1 – 2. The competition draws over 40,000 students, competitors and visitors over the course of two days. This is Canada’s largest skilled trades and technologies competition that features over 76 different contests alongside elementary workshops.
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Changing Scene
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Marie-France MacKinnon to lead NMMA Canada as new Executive Director
NMMA recently announced the appointment of Marie-France MacKinnon as Executive Director for NMMA Canada. MacKinnon officially joined NMMA Canada on May 1 and will oversee the Association’s strategic and advocacy efforts in Canada.
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John Morris honoured at Spring Thaw Luncheon
John Morris, Editor of Canadian Yachting OnBoard and Sailing in Canada News Digests, was honored in March at the 2023 Spring Thaw Lunch, Toronto's annual kick off to a new sailing and boating season. John was presented with a framed certificate of recognition thanking him for his support of Broad Reach, a 25-year-old charity that organizes the Spring Thaw luncheons.
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Changing Scene
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CRUISERSYACHTS.COM gets a new look
Cruisers Yachts recently launched a new website redesign. The new site offers an exceptional user experience with fresh branding and updated functionality. Matt VanGrunsven, Director of Marketing, comments, “Our new website provides a fresh new look for Cruisers Yachts.
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Product Focus
CMP launches new Rocna Mk II Anchor
The Rocna Anchors range of popular boat anchors has been expanded with the development of a new improved version of the original Rocna anchor. The Rocna Mk II anchor is based on the same design pattern as the Rocna Mk I, but refines and upgrades all elements for increased holding performance and strength.
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Product Focus
VETUS Announces New Technology-Leading Thruster for Smaller Boats
VETUS, a leader in bow thruster technology, has introduced a new smaller boat BOW PRO thruster for 140 mm tunnels. Suitable for vessels up to 9 m (30 feet) the BOWA0401 features a brushless induction motor which allows for long runtimes and eliminates the downtime usually needed for motor maintenance.
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Playing shifts is easier with Tactician Compass
The Tactician Sailing Compass from Ritchie Navigation was designed specifically for sailors who want to gain a strategic advantage over their competitors—or simply get a better table for dinner at the club. Always ready to double as a navigation device, it's the ideal addition to any small or mid-sized sailboat.
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Product Focus
100A cable sets enhance yacht electrical safety
As luxury vessels add more onboard amenities, so grows the demand for greater levels of electricity. While yachts are docked, Hubbell Marine 100 amp Cable Sets help safely deliver all the power that feature-rich vessels require, in a durable and reliable design.
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People
In Memory of Great Lakes Cruising Giant Jim Acheson
The Great Lakes Area recently lost a leader in James C Acheson, 86 of Port Huron, Michigan. Jim had been a Great Lakes Cruiser for over 60 years. His classic 57-foot Pacemaker motoryacht Lady J carried him over 67,000 miles throughout the Great Lakes, the Canadian Maritimes, the East and Gulf Coasts of the United States, the Bahamas and Cuba.
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Propspeed appoints new CEO
Propspeed, leading innovator of underwater foul-release coatings, announced May 4th, the promotion of Marcus Hamilton from International Sales Director to the position of CEO. In his new role he will be responsible for directing all operations for the company and driving its growth and success.
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Calendar
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