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Message From The Editor
Multi-factor Authentication
I meant to say “multi-factor aggravation”. When you hit that while driving and drinking a Tim’s, your life becomes a dangerous skill-testing challenge. I suspect we all have learned that but reading the weekend newspaper helps me to see the multi-factors making decision-making a huge challenge. How can people plan and run their businesses when so many variables are changing rapidly? In the Saturday, December 7th edition of the Globe & Mail Report on Business, Ecconomics Editor Matt Lundy wrote that Canada‘s unemployment rate had jumped to a multi-year high. My first reaction to the news was that it might make it easier for the marine industry to find the people we need to run our businesses. The story noted that Canada’s unemployment rate rose to 6.8% in November from 6.5% in October and excluding the Covid pandemic, this was the highest jobless rate since January 2017. But, it gets so confusing. He writes that it was a robust month for hiring with employers adding 50,500 jobs in November, double the analyst expectations.
On the other hand, those gains didn’t keep pace with a strong increase in the number of job seekers. That increase was driving the increase in the unemployment rate. He also noted that investors were increasing their bets that the Bank of Canada will cut its key interest rate by half a point on December 11. The rate is currently 3.75%.
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Andy Adams, Editor
aadams@kerrwil.com
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Feature
EcoMarine Develops Underwater ROV to Remove Invasive Species and Reduce Emissions
Canadian company EcoMarine has developed an underwater remote operated vehicle (ROV) to reduce the spread of invasive Zebra Mussels in Canadian waterways and dramatically improve greenhouse gas emissions from international shipping. EcoMarine’s OmniBot ROV is a cutting-edge underwater cleaning device... Read More |
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Written in partnership with Saniflo
Four Factors to Consider When Selecting Marine Plumbing
When it comes to boating, plumbing might not be the first thing on your mind. However, for extended stays on the water, a reliable marine plumbing system is as essential as fuel or navigation equipment. Saniflo’s Sanimarin systems offer a cutting-edge solution for marine plumbing needs, combining efficiency, comfort, and eco-friendliness. Read More |
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Feature
Please Help Capt. Pancho Jimenez Afford Medical Treatment
The yachting industry can genuinely make a difference when it works together. Capt. Pancho Jimenez needs your help to afford life-saving treatment. Capt. Pancho Jimenez currently lives in Toronto with his family and was recently diagnosed with glioblastoma. Read More |
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Changing Scene
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Legend Boats announces dramatic changes for 2025 with three new boat brands + an Exciting new addition to the Legend Lineup
It’s impressive to me that Legend Boats could make such a significant change in one year but at their dealer meeting on September 10, the company announced many changes, including the introduction of four new boat lines; Halo pontoons, Vetta pontoons, Pulse roto-moulded boats, and a Legend Uttern series of fibreglass boats.
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Prestige celebrates a significant milestone: 5,000 yachts built
PRESTIGE reaches this significant achievement while continually looking to the future, announcing a World Premiere at the upcoming 2025 Düsseldorf Boat Show. The year 2024 marks an important anniversary for PRESTIGE, celebrating 35 years of history, along with the key milestone of 5,000 yachts built and delivered around the world.
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Changing Scene
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Firecrown Acquires Active Interest Media’s Marine Group
Firecrown acquires AIM’s Marine Group, expanding to 21 leading titles in yachting, boating, fishing, and sailing, serving affluent enthusiasts worldwide. Firecrown has acquired Active Interest Media’s Marine Group, adding top boating titles and events like Sail, Power & Motoryacht, Yachts International, Passagemaker, Soundings...
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Brunswick Corporation recognized by Newsweek as One of America’s Most Responsible Companies for the fifth consecutive year
Brunswick Corporation, the world’s largest marine technology company, has earned a spot on Newsweek’s prestigious list of America’s Most Responsible Companies for the fifth consecutive year. Out of thousands of U.S. companies considered, only 600 were honoured with this recognition.
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Events
Calgary's Favourite Outdoor Expo Returns This February
The family-favourite Calgary Boat and Outdoors Show will mark its 2025 return to the show floor this Winter, February 21st to 23rd, two weeks later than previous editions. The BMO Centre will once again be taken over by the region’s top companies to get equipped for hunting, fishing, powersports, camping, paddle sports, boating, and more... Read More |
blue innovation dock at boot Düsseldorf 2025: cutting-edge technologies, business and politics dialogue
With its upcoming edition from 18 to 26 January 2025, boot Düsseldorf is in its best shape. It reflects the international market for sailing boats and motor yachts, surfboards and diving equipment, as well as the technological developments in its industry. To enable an exchange between experts from business, society and politics, boot Düsseldorf... Read More |
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Product Focus
Let Ritchie call the Layline this time
When there’s no land-based reference, when to tack or gybe to a mark can be tricky. But with the Tactician Sailing Compass from Ritchie Navigation, it’s easy to plan and execute a sailing strategy for winning results. Made in the USA, the Tactician Sailing Compass is unique from other magnetic compasses. Read More |
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Godfrey Marine, manufacturer of premium Godfrey pontoon boats and Hurricane deck boats, legendary innovator in versatile deck boat designs, announced that it has new styling for model year 2025 Sweetwater models. “Time on the water is all about socializing in comfort,” said Lori Szczypiorski, Godfrey Product Manager. Read More
Murray McCullough has been named the new Executive Director of Ontario Sailing, effective January 6, 2025. Murray will replace Glenn Lethbridge, Ontario Sailing’s Executive Director for nearly 18 years, who will set sail for retirement in March of 2025. Read More
