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Message From The Editor
Luxury Tax issues – Government report prompts response
Do you remember a kids game called Whac-A-Mole? It has become a metaphor for life and I think it applies really well to the way our government seems to be working. From apparently nowhere, a nasty problem pops up and we have to run like crazy to whack it down.
Boating has faced both the impact of the Luxury Tax on boats and now in Ontario, the industry has had to quickly respond to changes in anchoring rights. There is an issue with what they call, “Floating Accommodation”.
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Andy Adams, Editor aadams@kerrwil.com
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Feature
Marine Industry Career Path: Wendy Ramsey
Boating Industry Canada is kicking off its Marine Industry Career Path series once again. For the first installments this year, we have two subjects to highlight. Introducing Wendy and Brett Ramsey! The Ramsey’s have been working in the marine industry for many years but have both had unique paths in getting to where they are now.
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Feature
Marine Industry Career Path: Brett Ramsey
Boating Industry Canada is kicking off its Marine Industry Career Path series once again. For the first installments this year, we have two subjects to highlight. Introducing Wendy and Brett Ramsey! The Ramsey’s have been working in the marine industry for many years but have both had unique paths in getting to where they are now.
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Changing Scene
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Sea Ray celebrates 50 years in Merritt Island, Fla.
With more than six decades of manufacturing one of the most globally recognized brands of boats in the marine industry, Sea Ray is celebrating 50 years at its Merritt Island, Fla. facility and honoring the location’s history and achievements. Sea Ray first made its home in Florida when it set up a design and development department in 1972.
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Events
The Maritime Museum of BC Announces 19th Annual Massive Marine Garage Sale
It’s back! The Maritime Museum of BC, along with sponsor the Greater Victoria Harbour Authority (GVHA) and support from CFB Esquimalt and Trotac Marine, is excited to announce that it will hold its 19th annual Massive Marine Garage Sale on Saturday, March 25 at Pier A at the Breakwater District at Ogden Point, 185 Dallas Road.
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Education
NMEA training from West Coast Boatyard Association returns!
West Coast Boatyard Association is hosting 4 days of in-person NMEA training from March 28 to 31, 2023 in Vancouver. These certification courses teach the industry standards for installing marine electronics and networks.
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Take advantage of the ABYC Certification Interactive Online Courses
*ABYC Instructor leads LIVE online sessions with Q&A
*Recordings of each session available the next day
*Online proctored certification exam
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Research
Canadian national pleasure craft licensing statistics for the month of February 2023
The following charts gives the Canadian pleasure craft licensing statistics for the month of February 2023.
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People
New faces welcomed aboard at The Landing School
Under the direction of Sean Fawcett, President, the Landing School in Arundel, Maine is pleased to announce the addition of two new team members, Peter Worthington as a third Marine Systems Instructor, and Reis Hagerman as Admissions Manager, to the staff.
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Airmar hires Suzanne Hawley as Brand Manager
The Leader in Ultrasonic Technology and Multi-sensor Solutions Continues to Grow in Talent and Innovation. AIRMAR® Technology Corporation, a world leader in ultrasonic transducers and Chirp technology, has named Suzanne Hawley as the Brand Manager for the company’s wholly owned distributor, Gemeco Marine Electronics Specialists, located in Lake City, SC.
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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.
Check the Calendar for the latest Event Listings and their websites for details.
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