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Message From The Editor
I miss my boat
Peace on Earth is the message of the season but it appears somewhat out of reach these days, particularly this week which has been particularly brutal on the news front. The whole year has been pretty unwatchable, but since Monday – OMG!
This may be worse than normal but there’s always something nasty going on. However, on the boat, I can leave the tv off so the news wouldn’t find me with the horrible news that we are currently enduring. When I am aboard, there’s always someone around to talk small. On Wednesdays, there’s racing. On the weekends a cruise or an event or something else distracting.
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John Morris
Online Editor
Canadian Boating Magazine
John@opmediagroup.ca
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Show!
Toronto Boat Show in Less than a Month!
Preparations are underway for North America’s largest indoor boat show at Toronto’s Enercare Centre next month, January 17-25, 2026. In its 68th year as Canada’s premier boating event, the Toronto International Boat Show (TIBS) continues to be THE place for both established and emerging brands to introduce their newest offerings to the boating consumer. More new products are launched each year at the Toronto Boat Show than any other show in Canada...
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New Boats
Hybrid Tow/Luxury Bowrider – the Chaparral 26 Surf
I’ll admit that having the best of both worlds has always sounded too good to be true. I’ve been around the industry long enough that I’m naturally sceptical of a vessel that claims mastery over two fields of boating. But I wanted to be proven wrong, and almost immediately was. The Chaparral Surf 26 began making its point the moment I saw it. Its stylish design stood out remarkably on the shop floor...
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Ask Andrew
Below the waterline off-season checks – Part 1
The boat is out. It’s resting comfortably at the club, marina, storage yard, or driveway. Winterizing is done. It’s protected with shrink-wrap, a tarp or a custom cover. Mechanically and physically, she’s been put to bed for the winter. So, now what? Take this time to review all the stuff that you can’t see when the boat is in the water.
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What's News?
At Onboard we’re here for your news. Dock news? Cruise plans? Engine workshops? Awards presentations? Winter get togethers? Send a blurb, pictures, links. If it’s boating news we’re Onboard! Just let us know at
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News
National Award Winners and Anniversaries for 2025
CanBoat / NautiSavoir, operated by Canadian Power and Sail Squadrons / Escadrilles canadiennes de plaisance (CPS-ECP), is a national, non-profit boating organization offering courses and seminars for recreational boaters. The organization’s National Awards were announced at the end of November.
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Escapes
Antigua & Barbuda — The Perfect Chartering Destination
We all have a unique image we hold in our minds when we dream of blue water chartering—white sand, palm trees, azure seas, taught sails (or the comforting thrum of a motor if you’re motor enthusiast). You can’t sail Antigua’s shores or wander its hills without engaging in its history. Nelson’s Dockyard, located in the perfectly sheltered English Harbour...
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POTW
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Muskoka Perfection
The Photo of the Week comes from Paul Crammond of Clarion Boats who sent a note responding to our editorial note last issue. Paul writes "The Shot was taken at Clarion’s 1st Annual Rendezvous. This event was a tribute to the founder and master craftsman of Clarion Boats, Dwight Boyd, and to the Clarion designer, Steve Killing and a celebration of Clarion Boats...
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News
Electric Gussie Winners for the 2025 Gussies
The winners of the 2025 Gustave Trouvé Awards for Excellence in Electric Boats and Boating (The Gussies), were announced in November. Now in their sixth year, the world’s only international awards dedicated exclusively to electric boats, continue to highlight the most innovative electric vessels across the globe, celebrating design, engineering achievement, and the rapid evolution of clean marine propulsion.
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OnBoard Inbox
Canadian Boat Builders are Motivated
From Muskoka: Morning John, Thanks for your brief article today re: Canadian boat builders. Its unfortunate that most larger CDN builders have disappeared, losing the market to lower-labour cost builders in Kentucky, Florida etc. Some smaller specialty builders remain, Rossiter in Ontario comes to mind.
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Gear
SeaDek Custom Marine Flooring
SeaDek’s custom fit marine flooring is the next evolution of cool feet and clean boats. SeaDek uses a premium PE/EVA foam blend that’s incredibly comfortable underfoot, stays cool in full sun, and looks great even after years of use. And with snap-on/snap-off application and removal, it’s easier than ever to clean your boat by taking your flooring out and washing separately.
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News
Precision Names Richard Osborn for Ontario Sales
Local racer, longtime sailmaker Richard Osborn to lead sales activities for Precision Sails in Ontario. Drawing on decades of experience in the Ontario sailing community as a operator of Sobstad in Barrie ON, Osborn will support Precision Sails’ continued growth with cruising and performance sailors across the province.
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Racing
2025 Youth Sailing World Championships
A total of 14 sailors are proudly representing Canada at the 2025 Youth Sailing World Championships held this week, December 15-19, in Vilamoura, Portugal. Over 400 of the best young sailors on the planet from up to 70 countries are descending on Vilamoura with medals up for grabs in 11 events across six classes.
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Sailing Shorts
Terry McLaughlin inducted into the J/105 Fleet 4 Hall of Fame
In early December, during the season awards party, Terry McLaughlin, silver medalist at the 1984 Olympic Games in Flying Dutchman and Canada Cup champ among other accomplishments, was inducted into the J/105 Fleet 4 Hall of Fame. A presentation and a speech from fellow hall of fame member, Michael Mountford, was appreciated by sailors from the VX1 and J/105 fleets.
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