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Message From The Editor
Staffing up for summer
Both the Globe & Mail and Bloomberg had editorial this past week, talking about the employment picture across Canada. While the expectations were for an increase of about 10,000 new jobs, in fact Canada added almost 22,000 jobs last month, more than double expectations. That followed a blockbuster increase in January of 150,000 jobs added.
In February, Canada’s unemployment rate held steady at 5.0 per cent while wage growth rose 5.4 per cent from the previous 4.5 per cent. The 5.0 per cent unemployment rate is close to an all-time low. Clearly, Canada is experiencing a continued tight labour market and that plays into the Bank of Canada’s concerns over a wage-price spiral.
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Andy Adams, Editor
aadams@kerrwil.com
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Sponsored Content
The Invasive Species Centre is seeking your support with efforts to prevent the spread of aquatic invasive species through overland watercraft hauling
Aquatic invasive species such as zebra mussels are an ecological and economic threat to lakes and water bodies in Canada. Following Clean, Drain, Dry procedures for watercraft and recreational equipment are simple steps that everyone can do to ensure compliance and prevent the spread of aquatic invasive species.
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Changing Scene
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Nimbus Group buys EdgeWater Boats for $9.5m
We have learned from our associates at BoatTest.com that in an agreement signed March 8th, 2023 Nimbus Group acquired all of the shares in EdgeWater Power Boats for a cash consideration of US$9.5m on a cash and debt-free basis, corresponding to approximately SEK 100m. The acquisition is financed with equity and the company intends to carry out a directed share issue of up to 1,937,781 shares.
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Captain-turned-boat yard operator invests in Gold River Marina
Three years after acquiring, stabilising and growing East River Shipyard Ltd. into Atlantic Canada's largest full-service marine facility, veteran mariner and operations manager Captain Brad Boutilier has bought out retiring Gold River Marina Ltd. (GRM) managing partner Leigh Robertson. As managing partner Boutlier will focus on strengthening GRM’s niche retail pleasure-boat and classic-yacht service business.
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Changing Scene
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Blackfin Boats Neptune Award Winner!
Blackfin Boats is honored to announce that they were recognized by the 2022 Neptune Awards for Marine Marketing Excellence, with Blackfin Boats 50th Anniversary hard cover brochure edition, receiving the award for best product literature. The awards, organized by the Marine Marketers of America (MMA), were presented during a cocktail reception on Wednesday, February 15th, 2023 at the Discover Boating Miami International Boat Show.
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Furuno Captures 2023 "Best Elex” Innovation Award with TZtouch3 CHIRP Side-Scan!
During the 2023 Miami International Boat Show, Furuno was awarded the Best Elex award for "Most Innovative for Fishing" with their incredible CHIRP Side-Scan for NavNet TZtouch3. Furuno’s unique approach to CHIRP Side-Scan provides offshore fishermen a 750’ view of fish to both port and starboard, and gives boaters of all stripes an easy way to see hazardous structure around them for safer navigation.
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Events
Quebec Boat Show March 16-19
The Quebec Boat Show opens this weekend collocated with the Quebec City Outdoor, Hunting, Fishing and Camping Show taking over five halls at the Centre de Foires Expocite. The newly expanded 2023 essentially incorporates two shows to round out a full spectrum of outdoor hobbies. In the Boat Show section, there will be a full slate of manufacturers including Princecraft and Legend as well as a line-up of Quebec dealers.
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Thousands attend BC Sportsmen’s Show 30th Anniversary Edition
TRADEX gathered outdoor enthusiasts by the thousands at the 30th annual BC Sportsmen’s Show. From March 3rd to 5th, hunters, fishers, boaters and outdoorsmen alike got a taste of the 2023 season. Over 25,000 visitors walked the show floor over the 3-day event. “The turnout at this event surpassed all expectations,” said Les Trendall, Show Manager.
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Education
ABYC and USCG announce Risk Mitigation Webinar: Staying Current with Electrification
Free registration is open for the webinar on May 3, 2023. The United States Coast Guard (USCG) and American Boat and Yacht Council (ABYC) have announced a date and opened registration for the next free online USCG/ABYC Risk Mitigation Series. The fourth webinar of the risk mitigation series will be “Staying Current with Electrification” held May 3, 2023 from 2-4 p.m...
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Product Focus
Contemporary pull-up cleats check all the boxes
When in use, traditional fixed cleats are quite utilitarian. But they're also trip and snag hazards, much to an owner's dismay, and take away from the clean lines of a modern boat. Accon Marine's 490 Series Rectangular Pull-Up Cleats are different. Not only do they have a sleek, contemporary design but retract to sit flush with the surface. When needed, they simply pull up and are ready for use.
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One-step solution to bringing new life to gelcoat
Sunlight, dirt, salt and calcium deposits can make even a late-model boat look old and tired. Fiberglass Reconditioner from Iosso Products is the fast and easy one-step solution to bringing new life back to faded gelcoat. Made in the USA, Iosso Fiberglass Reconditioner quickly removes oxidation, hazing, chalking, waterline staining, rust marks and oily exhaust stains
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Product Focus
Compact Antenna Brings TV/FM Onboard
Televisions on a boat are increasingly commonplace. With the simple-to-install Glomex Avior VT300 Omnidirectional TV/FM antenna from GA Communications, it's never been easier to bring analog and digital broadcasts onboard—at a price that's hard to ignore.
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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.
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