Boat Show Season

I have to confess that the Christmas tree is still standing in my living room but I'm already thinking about the return of the good weather and I'm making plans for this summer. Maybe it's the effect of the boat shows that start in a couple of weeks!

In this edition of Newsweek we bring you the NMMA view of the American boating market and how quickly sales are recovering there. American consumers seem very positive these days and this could only be good for our Canadian boatbuilders and exporters.

Don't forget to join us for the NMMA Canada industry breakfast at the Toronto international boat show. See you there!

Andy Adams,
Editor @BoatIndCan

Shows

CANADIAN RECREATIONAL BOATING INDUSTRY BREAKFAST

You are cordially invited to attend the Canadian Recreational Boating Industry Breakfast. Highlights: Welcome by Andy Adams, Boating Industry Canada Magazine. NMMA Canada Annual General Meeting with Tom MacNair, Chair, NMMA Canada Board of Directors. NMMA Canada Industry Update & Release of New Economic... READ MORE

News

YAMAHA MOTOR CANADA HELPING BC YOUTH LEARN HOW TO FISH

An additional 2,000 children from rural BC communities will learn how to fish in 2017 thanks to a new partnership announced between Yamaha Motor Canada and the Freshwater Fisheries Society of BC. READ MORE

U.S. BOAT SALES FLOAT BACK TO THE TOP, EXPECTED TO SURGE THROUGH 2018

Critical selling season for uniquely American-made industry kicks off in January with boat shows around the U.S., bringing best deals of the year for buyers... READ MORE

MERCURY ANNOUNCES NEW 5-YEAR PROTECTION PROMOTION

Mercury Marine, the world leader in marine propulsion, is pleased to announce a new five-year protection program which includes two years of free Mercury® Product Protection Gold in addition to the three years standard limited warranty on all new Mercury Outboards. READ MORE

People

THE INDUSTRY MOURNS THE PASSING OF DAVE MCPHAIL

David McPhail died on Tuesday, January 3, 2017 at the age of 72. David was married to his beloved wife Sharon for 42 years. Loving father of Michael (Deidra) McPhail, Glenn (Kelli) McPhail and Cherished grandfather of Caleb, Corrine, Breezy and Stacey. READ MORE

GOST® PROMOTES BRIAN KANE TO CHIEF TECHNOLOGY OFFICER

GOST® (Global Ocean Security Technologies), a world leader in marine security, tracking, monitoring and video surveillance systems, announced today the promotion of Brian Kane to Chief Technology Officer. READ MORE

NMEA ADDS FOUR INDUSTRY VETERANS TO BOARD OF DIRECTORS

The National Marine Electronics Association (NMEA) is pleased to announce the appointment of four additional members to the Board of Directors. During their three-year terms they will be responsible for helping to create and drive NMEA strategies, programs and efforts... READ MORE

Calendar

Check out all of the upcoming events in your Boating Industry

Vancouver International Boat Show January 18 - 22, 2017 BC Place - 777 Pacific Boulevard, Vancouver Granville Island Maritime Market and Marina - 1676 Duranleau Street, Vancouver	Toronto International Boat Show January 20 - 29, 2017 Enercare Centre, Exhibition Place 100 Princes' Blvd. Toronto, ON
Salon du Bateau et des Sports Nautiques February 2 - 5, 2017 Place Bonaventure, Montreal, QC	... View All Events