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Electric Boat Association of Canada

To promote the use of electric-powered boats and provide a place for those interested in electric boats and boating to find information about electric marine technology in Canada and connect with other electric boat enthusiasts and owners.

A future where vessels powered by internal combustion are the exception and fossil-free boats and ships are the most popular water transport in Canada and throughout the world.

Electric Boat News in Canada

The Canadian electric boat news comes from the pages of Plugboats, the international journal of electric boats. Click »» here or on the ‘Canada e-Boat News in the header to see all the latest.

High speed electric boat charging coming to Canada

It has been quite a year already for Aqua superPower’s network of electric boat fast chargers: expansion to Canada, Italy and Spain coming on the heels of installations with the UK’s largest marina operator. The mission of Aqua superPower is to “reduce the impact of boating on the marine environment through the development of an …

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Mercury Marine is launching an electric outboard in 2022

This content is from Plugboats – “everything electric boats and boating” The much anticipated Mercury electric outboard created a big buzz with its unveiling at the Miami International Boat Show last week. The motor on display was a concept model designed to showcase the main features of the new line – named ‘Avator‘ – with …

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BCI Marine bringing electric boat fast chargers to Canada

This content is from Plugboats – “everything electric boats and boating” It has been quite a year already for Aqua superPower’s network of electric boat fast chargers: expansion to Canada, Italy and Spain coming on the heels of installations with the UK’s largest marina operator. The mission of Aqua superPower is to “reduce the impact …

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For information and news about electric boats and boating in Canada and around the world, you may wish to look at Plugboats.com

The forum for DIY information and discussion with other electric boaters, is the Electric Boats group on Groups.io

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Harbourfront Centre Sailing and Powerboating is an internationally recognized Sail Canada ‘Centre of Excellence in Training’ Facility, with courses that provide comprehensive theory and practical on-water experience.

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Intro to Sailing

An introductory sailing experience onboard a sailboat with an instructor in Toronto’s beautiful harbour.

2 Hours / $170 + HST

Next: May 25, 2024

Sail Canada Basic Cruising

Basic sailing course, ideal for beginners, practical and theoretical learning, internationally recognised certification.

28 Hours / $895 + HST

Next: May 21, 2024

Sailing Camps for Kids

Our sailing camps offer young sailors a fun and safe environment in which to prosper.

Prices vary

See Camps website for availability

Introduction to Power

An introductory powerboating experience, learning basic practical skills onboard our powerboats with an instructor.

1.5 Hours / $150 + HST

Next: June 1, 2024

Sail Canada Basic Power

Basic powerboating course, building core skills and confidence, internationally recognised certification.

18 Hours / $695 + HST

Independent Dinghy

Designed for CANSail 2 sailors, teaches the skills needed to sail without an instructor supervising

6 Hours / $195 + HST

Next: June 19, 2024

Intro to Dinghy Sailing

An introductory dinghy sailing experience, letting you try the very basics of dinghy sailing.

3 Hours / $180 + HST

Next: June 22, 2024

Sail Canada Basic Dinghy – CANSail 1 and 2

Basic dinghy sailing course, ideal for beginners, students will work towards their CANSail 1 and 2 standards.

24 Hours / $585 + HST

Next: June 5, 2024

Sail Canada Intermediate Dinghy – CANSail 3 and 4

Intermidiate dinghy sailing course, working towards CANSail 3 and 4, the next step for students with CANSail 2.

24 Hours / $595 + HST

Next: August 17, 2024

Pleasure Craft Operators Card (PCOC)

This Transport Canada license is required to operate any power-driven vessel in Canada.

2 Hours (exam only) / $55 + HST

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VHF-DSC Radio License

Learn to communicate on the VHF marine radio, guided by our knowledgeable instructors.

6 Hours / $225 + HST

Next: April 22, 2024

Toronto Harbour License

This license is required for operating any power-driven vessel in the Toronto Harbour.

3 Hours / $160 + HST

Next: May 2, 2024

Licensing Package Deal

This discounted package includes the Pleasure Craft Operators Card (PCOC), Toronto Harbour License and VHF-DSC Radio License courses.

11 Hours / $395 + HST

Sail Canada Intermediate Cruising

Intermediate level sailing with internationally recognised certification; recommended minimum for bareboat chartering.

5 Days Live Aboard / $1,585 + HST

Next: May 31, 2024

International Certificate of Competency (ICC) & Bareboat Skipper

A written exam add-on, providing BBS and ICC internationally-recognised certifications on successful completion.

3 Hours / $550 + HST

Sail Canada Basic Coastal Navigation

Basic navigation course teaches the fundamentals of navigation, how to read charts and plot passages.

19 Hours / $495 + HST

Next: October 4, 2024

Sail Canada Intermediate Coastal Navigation

Intermediate navigation course teaches the running fix, coping with set and drift, and tides and currents.

16 Hours / $395 + HST

Next: October 19, 2024

Sail Canada Celestial Navigation

Learn to navigate using the sun, moon and stars; basic concepts include sun-run-sun and use of a sextant.

38 Hours / $650 + HST

Next: November 22, 2024

International Master of Yachts (MOY) 200 Tonne – Limited (Offshore) – Theory

This theory course teaches the commercial 200 Tonne Masters Certification of Competency for operating sail or power vessels.

48 Hours / $2,225 + HST

Next: February 24, 2025

International Master of Yachts (MOY) 200 Tonne – Limited (Offshore) – Practical

This practical component for commercial 200 Tonne Masters Certification of Competency is conducted in Florida.

7 Days Live Aboard / $3,095 USD

International Master of Yachts (MOY) 200 Tonne – Unlimited (Ocean) – Theory

This theory course comprises of celestial navigation, pilot planning and passage planning.

42 Hours / $1,995 + HST

Next: October 28, 2024

Own Boat Tuition

Looking to improve your confidence and control with your own sail or powerboat? Our qualified instructors can teach you the ropes! Prices range from $80 – $160 per hour, plus travel costs to your location outside of downtown Toronto. Contact us to learn more.

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Canadian Yachting Magazine

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One year subscription $31.95 (6 issues) save 24% off newsstand; Two year subscription $47.95 (12 issues) save 42%. Taxes vary by province. Offer valid in Canada only. Click here Canadian Yachting is Canada’s National boating publication covering both power and sail boats. Each issue features stories such as domestic and international cruising destinations, chartering a boat, DIY and tech, safety, marine electronics and a wide range of boating lifestyle editorial.

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FREE One year subscription (Offer valid in Canada only). Click here Canadian Yachting digital editions are the entire Canadian Yachting magazine but in digital form. You still get Canada’s National boating publication covering both power and sail boats - domestic and international cruising, chartering, DIY and tech, boating safety, marine electronics and a wide range of boating lifestyle editorial.

Canadian Yachting Onboard - Bi-weekly Boating Newsletter

Canadian Yachting OnBoard comes out 24 times yearly, delivered directly to your email inbox - featuring boating news both power and sail, cruising and racing, personal stories, new boats and engines, news and events and much more! Every edition is different. Click here

Discover Boating Magazine

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View FREE copy of Discover Boating magazine. All kinds of tips, stories, ideas and information designed to answer your questions, and help you get started in boating. 2011 Issue – Boating Across Canada, For the Love of Boating, Cruising the North Channel, Boating Within Your Budget, Safety Basics. 2010 Issue – Basics of Boating, Boat Buying Made Simple, Feature Interviews with some well-known Canadian Boaters, The Fun of ‘Messing About in Boats’ and more. 2009 Issue – Relationship 101 for Boating Couples, Buying Your First Boat, Choosing Power vs. Sail, Deciding on a Yacht Club or a Marina and more. 2007/2008 Issue - The Love of Boating; Cruising with Kids; Fishing 101; All Paws on Deck and more.

Power Boating Canada

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Power Boating Canada magazine is pleased to extend to you a FREE no obligation digital subscription to Canada’s foremost boating publication. Through this innovative format you can now read each issue on your computer, smartphone and tablet and because it is digital, it is eco-friendly by not being printed on paper. Simply click on the cover or below link and complete the simple registration form www.powerboating.com/specialoffer

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Canada’s foremost Boating Publication brings the Canadian boating lifestyle to thousands of enthusiasts coast to coast: Included in each issue are exciting boat tests, cruising destinations, boats from 16’ to 45’ length, outboards and inboards, how-to features, safety articles, boat gear, plus columns on safety, boat handling, and tech tips from the experts. Get more out of your boating experience with destination features, practical how-to advice and product testing. Each issue brings boat tests and reviews to steer you to the perfect boat, plus maintenance tips, gear and electronics, cruising destinations, and more! For more information visit www.powerboating.com

Boats & Places Digital Magazine

Boats&Places is offering you a complimentary digital subscription to the magazine: a trusted source of news, recreational boating articles, boat buyer’s guides, boat tests and video reviews. The digital version can be read across all your devices while you’re on the go.

Boats & Places Magazine

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Boats&Places covers boating destinations across Canada, Power Profiles of both new and used boats, new marine products, environmental tips, cruising life articles and more.

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PY has been serving the boating community of coastal BC for over 40 years with high-quality and up-to-date content on a variety of topics including cruising destinations, maintenance, boat reviews, seamanship and more. PY offers something for every boater—power and sail.

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BC’s best-selling fishing and hunting magazine for 65 years. Packed with tips, stories, hot spots and how-tos from the top names in the industry. Whether you’re a beginner or beyond expert, BC Outdoors has something for everyone.

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Discover georgian bay, volume 12, 2017.

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SAIL CANADA CHAMPIONSHIP

Sail Canada Power Programs provide new and developing powerboat operators with the skills needed to operate a vessel safely and effectively in a wide range of settings. Each program standard listed below provides a detailed outline of what is included in the training and what is required for certification. Programs are delivered locally by Sail Canada Certified Instructors at clubs and schools across Canada.

INTRODUCTION TO BOATING

To introduce novice boaters to safe practices when preparing to leave the dock, while underway, and when returning to the dock. This standard may be taught in a sailing vessel or a powerboat. It is expected that the vessel will be less than 12 meters in length.

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BASIC OUTBOARD STANDARD

To be able to operate safely in familiar waters as a skipper of a craft up to 6 meters and powered by an outboard engine under 55 kW (75 hp).

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BASIC POWERBOAT STANDARD

To be able to operate safely in local waters as a skipper of craft over 6 meters and powered by an engine over 55 kW (75 hp).

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INTERMEDIATE POWERBOAT STANDARD

To be able to operate safely as a skipper a powerboat between 9 to 12 meters with the inboard engine(s) by day in moderate wind and sea conditions.

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