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Message From The Editor
Yahoos are a Concern
If I were a PWC owner, I’d be pretty dismayed by the antics of a few loonies who are creating a whole lot of havoc and forming pretty bad reputation that spills over to the 99.9 percent of boaters who want to enjoy their boats lawfully and respectfully. The well-publicized hubbub in Toronto reflects friction in many spots across the land when boats and noise and safety get in the face of people who would prefer they went away.
The well-publicized hubbub in Toronto reflects friction in many spots across the land when boats and noise and safety get in the face of people who would prefer they went away. It has now precipitated bans on boats on selected beaches and perhaps more importantly, a lot of chirping on both sides. The PWC drivers are oppressed by regulation in ‘no fun city’ while swimmers, paddlers and sunbathers in places like Hanlan’s Point are fed up with wake, gawking and illegal speeds.
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John Morris
Online Editor
Canadian Boating Magazine
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Equipment
Ford Motor Company and Sharrow Engineering Scale Production of the Sharrow Propeller in Detroit
Sharrow Engineering just announced that it is scaling production of its patented Sharrow™ Propeller through a collaboration with Ford Motor Company’s Advanced Industrial Technology & Platforms (ATP) team, using advanced 3D sand-casting techniques thanks to connections made through the Michigan Central innovation ecosystem.
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News
New Canadian Cruising Organization Launches to Showcase 3,000 km Great Canadian Loop
Gary J. Brickell, founder and commodore, announces the launch of The Great Canadian Loop Association (GCLA), a grassroots boating group created to inspire owners of vessels from 20' cuddy cabins to 50' yachts to untie from their marinas and explore an epic 3,000 km freshwater cruising route around the Great Lakes and adjacent waterways.
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Written in partnership with West Parry Sound Health Centre Foundation
Classic Boat Tour & Auction: A Lake Joseph or Lake Rosseau Experience
If you’ve dreamed of reliving the days of elegant boating on sun-dappled blue waters, this may be your chance. "People don’t realize how wonderful the ride is in these classic designs," says the owner of ‘Moonlight.’ Boating in his 14’ Hacker-Craft on Lake Rosseau has become a favourite family activity.
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Technology
Pontoon Boat Dock Assist
For many pontoon owners, docking is the most stressful moment on the water—often determining whether they boat with confidence or hesitation. Traditional pontoon steering relies on a single propeller system, which limits lateral movement and makes docking in tight spaces or shallow water difficult at low speeds, especially in windy conditions.
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Canadian Boating
Our May Issue is Out Now
The May 2026 issue of Canadian Boating magazine is out today with some sparkling new editorial stories for your interest and enjoyment. Everyone’s favourite topic is always "The Weather". In this issue, regular contributor Mark Stevens gives us An Inside Look at Clouds.
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Ask Andrew
Straight talk: Engine and shaft alignment
As I write this, boat yards are checking over systems, and re-familiarizing themselves with the boat they haven’t seen since the fall. Some of these checks can be itemized on a list; others are more intuitive: did the engine make this sound last year? Has the stuffing box drip-rate changed? Where is that darn vibration coming from? Some of these questions can be addressed by checking the alignment of the...
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Boats
32 Awesome New Boats for 2026! Part 1
It’s been another exciting season of new releases on the water. With new features, new tech, new shapes, and better performance, we’re entering an unprec¬edented era of marine innovation. In fact, boat designs are moving so quickly these days it’s hard to keep up! Fortunately, you don’t have to. We’re going to do it for you.
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SailGP
Northstar Continues to Face Challenges
Canada’s NorthStar SailGP Team finished 10th overall after a challenging weekend of racing on Guanabara Bay at the Enel Rio Sail Grand Prix held April 11-12. While NorthStar demonstrated some moments of strong boat speed the team were unable to string together the consistency required to climb the leaderboard. The competition continues to be tough; fine margins across...
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LOOR: Are you up for it?
LOXtreme - a 900 to 1,000 NM Race on Lake Ontario?
Lake Ontario Offshore Racing is considering running a 900 to 1,000 NM race, the LOXtreme, for Single-handed, Double-handed and Fully Crewed boats. If you are an owner of a sailboat that could meet the Offshore Special Regulations (OSR) for Category 3 without a life raft and might be interested in such a race, please complete the Survey linked below.
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Boat Shows
Rendez-Voile Attracts Quebec Sailing Community
For many years now, the very large and active Quebec sailing community felt somewhat disappointed by the annual Montreal Boat Show, with the lack of or little attention to sail specific activities (booth, vendors, conferences, etc.). So much so, that some sailing groups decided to take matters into their own hands and create...
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Events
Richmond BC Hosts Kaiwo Maru
This year the City of Richmond is hosting Ships to Shore: Kaiwo Maru at Garry Point Park in the historic Steveston Village on May 2 and 3, from 10:00 to 17:00. The return of this free family festival invites visitors to view the renowned Kaiwo Maru while celebrating Richmond’s storied maritime past.
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