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Message From The Editor
Big Shoes...
Last week, in the April 14th edition of Boating Industry Canada News Week Digest, we lead with the headline, "Boating Ontario Association Announces CEO Transition as Rick Layzell Steps Down". For many years, Rick Layzell has led the association with energy, dedication and determination. Perhaps most importantly, he has gathered and maintained a Board of Directors and other management resources as well, that I feel confident, will guide the association through what will be a significant transition. There will be big shoes to fill.
First, I applaud that the announcement comes with approximately eight-months or more, of lead-time to find a new leader and to orchestrate a smooth transition. Boating Ontario does a lot for the industry and we want all the programs to continue without interruption.
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Feature
Boating Industry Canada Employer of Choice Program Celebrates its 10th Anniversary
A Milestone in Canadian Marine Leadership! This year marks the 10th anniversary of the Boating Industry Canada Employer of Choice (BICEOC) Award Program—a program that has become a national benchmark for recognizing dealership excellence in people management, culture, and leadership. READ MORE
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Changing Scene
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Boating Ontario members applaud Ministry of Natural Resources for revised Water lot Lease Agreements
Ontario’s boating industry applauds Minister Mike Harris and his team on the completion of revised Water lot Lease Agreements for Ontario marinas. With dozens of Boating Ontario members relying on these agreements to manage fixed operations, moving forward with the extension is critical to ensuring marinas can operate reliably throughout the boating season.
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Marine Service Tech Week Is Here!
International Marine Service Technician Week started Monday, April 20 and we can’t wait to celebrate the backbone of the industry! This holiday is meant to bring awareness and recognition to the hard-working professionals who keep boating safe, reliable, and enjoyable. Thank your techs with us!
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Changing Scene
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ICOMIA welcomes the China Boat Industry & Trade Association (CBITA) as a Sustaining Member
ICOMIA is delighted to welcome the China Boat Industry & Trade Association (CBITA) as a Sustaining Member. The China Boat Industry & Trade Association (CBITA), operating under the China Association of National Shipbuilding Industry (CANSI), encompasses entities engaged in vessel research and development, manufacturing, maintenance, sales, and related services. CBITA is dedicated to advancing sectoral planning, establishing industry standards...
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Godfrey Pontoon Boats Introduces Pontoon Dock Assist, Revolutionizing Docking Maneuverability and Control
Godfrey Marine, manufacturer of premium Godfrey pontoon boats and Hurricane deck boats, legendary innovator in versatile deck boat designs, just announced the launch of its Pontoon Dock Assist — a proprietary-engineered docking technology purpose engineered to solve one of the biggest challenges for pontoon owners: having the necessary precise control and maneuverability for pontoons at low speeds.
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Events
Advanced Textiles Expo is Heading Back to Orlando
The hotel block is open, start planning your trip today. Advanced Textiles Expo® is returning to Orlando, FL, Nov. 3–5, 2026 at the Orange County Convention Center. Join the industry for three days of networking, sourcing, and seeing the latest innovations all in one place.The official hotel block is now open, so it’s the perfect time to plan your trip. READ MORE
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Product Focus
Scanstrut Wins Red Dot Award
Scanstrut, a global leader in outdoor technology, is proud to announce that its Ventura Series has been awarded a Red Dot Award: Product Design 2026, one of the world’s most prestigious and internationally recognised marks of design excellence. The Ventura Series was recognised by the Red Dot Jury for its exceptional design quality, combining precision engineering, intuitive functionality and a refined, cohesive aesthetic. READ MORE
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Education
NMRA 2026 Marine Trades Education Scholarships Application
The deadline for receipt of applications for the 2026 National Marine Representatives Association (NMRA) Marine Trades Scholarships has been extended to April 30, 2026. Since 2008, NMRA has actively contributed to the future of the marine industry by offering scholarships to students pursuing education in the marine trades. READ MORE
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NMEA 2000 and OneNet VIRTUAL / LIVE Software Developer Workshops 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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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.
Check the Calendar for the latest Event Listings and their websites for details.
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