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Message From The Editor Uncertainty Peaks During Boating Ontario Event
At 10:00 am on August 25th while everyone was getting ready to play in the annual Boating Ontario Golf Tournament, Canada released their list of retaliatory tariffs in response to the latest escalation in U.S. tariffs on Canadian exports. It was a moment of peak uncertainty in a year of uncertainty driven by Trump’s threats of annexation and economic coercion.
Throughout this past year, sales have been soft in many businesses as consumers and even industrial purchases were delayed or cancelled in the climate of uncertainty that the Trump administration cultivates as a business tactic. That uncertainty at least somewhat curtails such major purchases as cars, boats, home renovations and luxury travel. (READ MORE)
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Feature
CanBoat - Do’s and Don’ts for Spring and Fall Boating  Boating in the spring and fall in Canada can be a truly breathtaking experience, with stunning foliage and quieter waterways. However, these seasons also brings unique challenges and considerations. Here’s a comprehensive list of do’s and don’ts to ensure a safe and enjoyable fall boating experience in Canada. READ MORE |
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Sponsored Content
The Market Has Changed. Your 2027 Inventory Strategy Should Too.  The Canadian boating market is evolving—and the strategies that worked only a few years ago may no longer be enough. Economic uncertainty, higher financing costs, changing consumer expectations and pressure on dealer inventories have transformed the way Canadian boat dealers must prepare for the next season. READ MORE |
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Boating Ontario Welcomes Natalie Conway as Incoming CEO
Boating Ontario is pleased to welcome Natalie Conway to the team as incoming CEO, effective September 1, 2026. Natalie will work alongside current CEO Rick Layzell as he transitions into retirement on December 31, 2026. Natalie brings exceptional bench strength to the association as she has most recently served as the Executive Vice President of the Ontario RV Dealer Association. READ MORE |
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Maple Leaf Marinas’ Fuel Your Hospital Fundraiser Raises More Than $36,000 for Local Hospitals
Seven-year fundraising initiative brings total community impact to more than $192,000. Maple Leaf Marinas is proud to announce that its seventh annual Fuel Your Hospital fundraiser raised more than $36,000 for six local hospitals across Ontario, bringing the campaign’s cumulative donations to more than $192,000 since its inception in 2020. READ MORE |
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NMMA on New U.S. Tariffs on Select Canadian Products Take Effect
The NMMA reported in their August 24th newsletter, that on Saturday, August 22nd, the Trump Administration’s new 50% tariff kicked in on certain imports from Canada. The tariffs, announced in July, were originally supposed to go into effect on Aug. 19; however, President Trump issued a three-day delay in the implementation as negotiators neared a deal late last week. READ MORE |
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HanseYachts AG Appoints SRC Marine as New Fjord Dealer in Turkey
HanseYachts AG is strengthening its presence in the Turkish market and has appointed SRC Marine as the new official dealer for Fjord in Turkey. Led by Görkem Sarıca, SRC Marine will represent the Fjord brand in Turkey and further develop sales, customer relationships, and brand presence in this strategically important market. READ MORE |
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Events
Join us in beautiful Québec City this September for an event you won’t want to miss  The 2026 Canadian Safe Boating Council Symposium is taking place September 22–24, 2026, at the Hôtel Château Laurier Québec. This year’s theme, Education Builds Safer Waters, brings together boating safety professionals, educators, enforcement agencies, government partners, and industry leaders from across Canada to share ideas, build connections, and advance safe boating initiatives. READ MORE |
Education
Get ABYC Certified at IBEX!  his year, ABYC is offering TWO pre-conference certification sessions at IBEX! On October 5 in Tampa, FL, take a fast-paced, one-day course of either Marine Standards OR Advanced Electrical. The courses consist of a self-study (e-learning component provided in advance), classroom review, and exam. READ MORE |
Calendar
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