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Message From The Editor 2026 is Starting off with Big News
This edition of Boating Industry Canada News Week Digest starts off with the news that the Toronto International Boat Show will be starting a new chapter as it joins the boat show portfolio of UK-listed Informa, owner of exceptional boating events, including the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show, the Palm Beach International Boat Show, the Discover Boating Miami International Boat Show, the Newport International Boat Show, and others. Read the important details below from Linda Waddell and the team at TIBS.
Education, figures prominently in this edition of News Week as well. Georgian College has an ABYC Marine System Certification program starting at Georgian College in just a couple of weeks. Then, other educational sessions include the ABYC 2026 Marine Law symposium and NMEA trainings and workshops coming up soon as well. Continuing the focus on our Marine Technicians, ABYC has set the date for their Annual Marine Service Technician Week. This is a time to stop and express our appreciation for the men and women who keep the boats running and safe. We hope you will publicize and support that.
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Featured
A New Chapter for the Toronto International Boat Show  In an open communication to show exhibitors, Linda Waddell, President / Show Director of the Toronto International Boat Show sent out this important information.
Dear TIBS Exhibitors,
I am excited to share with you that the Toronto International Boat Show (TIBS) has joined the boat show portfolio of UK-listed Informa, owner of exceptional boating events, including the... READ MORE |
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Marine Systems Certification at Georgian College February 24-27, 2026
Marine Systems Certification at Georgian College, February 24-27, 2026. There are hundreds of systems on modern day boats. The ABYC Systems certification teaches you how to design, maintain, install and repair these systems with the confidence you need to succeed in today’s marine industry. This certification is the gold standard within the industry addressing air conditioning to zinc anodes. READ MORE |
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Maritime Marine Supply Recognized by Plastimo with their Best Growth Award
Ron Savidant, President of Maritime Marine Supply announced that their company is proud to have been recognized by Plastimo with their Best Growth Award at their 2025 Distributor Meeting, an honour that highlights outstanding performance across Plastimo’s worldwide distribution network. READ MORE |
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ABYC Sets Date for Annual Marine Service Technician Week
Celebrate Your Marine Service Technicians, April 20-24, 2026. The American Boat & Yacht Council (ABYC) announced the fifth annual International Marine Service Technician Week, scheduled for April 20-24, 2026. The week recognizes the skill, professionalism and commitment of marine service technicians across the boating industry. READ MORE |
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Furuno USA Strengthens Leadership Team with Key Promotions
Furuno USA announced two leadership promotions that strengthen the company’s Deep Sea Product, Service, and Sales Operations. Bill Haynes has been promoted to Senior Deep Sea Product & Service Manager, effective December 1, 2025. With nearly 28 years at Furuno, Bill brings extensive technical and operational experience to the role. READ MORE |
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Smartgyro Stabilization Integration Now Available with Raymarine
Smartgyro are delighted to announce that customers can now enjoy the benefit of enhanced system display control and monitoring of their Smartgyro units on compatible Raymarine Axiom chartplotter displays. This new integration enables boat owners using Smartgyro gyroscopic stabilization to experience the latest interactive capabilities at the helm via Raymarine Axiom chartplotters. READ MORE |
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Brunswick Boat Group Brands Recognized with Three Major International and U.S. Innovation and Performance Awards
Brunswick Boat Group, a division of Brunswick Corporation, today announced that three of its boat brands have received some of the marine industry’s most respected innovation and performance awards, underscoring Brunswick’s leadership in design, engineering, and category-defining products across global markets. The honors include: READ MORE |
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Education
NMEA Installer Trainings- Winter Dates 2026  NMEA will offer all of our marine electronics installer training certification classes this winter! Please register early at the link below as these classes are anticipated to sell out!
February 2026 IN PERSON Event (Not Virtual)
Golden Nugget Hotel, Atlantic City, NJ
Start Time 8AM, lunch provided READ MORE |
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NMEA 2000 and OneNet VIRTUAL / LIVE Software Developer Workshops March and June 2026  NMEA is inviting software developers and programmers from around the world to attend these virtual / live training sessions on NMEA interface standards. NMEA will use GoToWebinar for delivering these courses. Please register soon as class size is limited and expected to sell out. READ MORE |
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Events
ABYC Announces 2026 Marine Law Symposium  Hybrid event April 1-2 features real-world case studies on marine investigations, liability and risk. The American Boat & Yacht Council (ABYC) will host its seventh Marine Law Symposium April 1-2, 2026, offering in-person attendance in Annapolis and a live online option. The case-based continuing education event is designed for marine surveyors, attorneys, insurance professionals, boat builders... READ MORE |
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Product Focus
Dragonfly Energy Launches Battle Born Solar Panels Designed for Real-World Installations  Dragonfly Energy Holdings Corp., an industry leader in energy storage and maker of Battle Born Batteries®, has announced the availability of Battle Born’s first solar panel product line, with products available for immediate sale and shipping. The launch marks Battle Born’s expansion into solar generation, extending its power systems’ portfolio to support complete, integrated energy solutions. READ MORE |
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Calendar
The Boating Industry Canada News Week Digest calendar helps you plan ahead for the greatest personal benefit by attending events such as Distributor Shows, Industry Conferences, and of course, Boat Shows.
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