By John Gullick, Manager of Government and Special Programmes There are Changes in Applying for a Pleasure Craft License This just came through my e-mail on Friday July 17, 2015. Since I am always getting questions about Pleasure Craft Licensing I thought that I should get this new information out to you as soon as … Continue reading
Sutcliffe: Vanity, pride no reason to shun a lifejacket
Six Tips for Group Cruising and Rafting
Frequently Ask Questions 1. Do I get charged for not cancelling a marina reservation? Most Marinas understand that poor weather or mechanical breakdowns can interfere with plans. Marinas do expect to be notified immediately if your plans change and most do not charge for not showing. Some marinas maintain a record of NO SHOWs though, … Continue reading
Boaters urged to safely dispose of expired flares, June 13
Second major Coast Guard communications outage in three days
Invasive mussels intercepted on boat bound for Sylvan Lake
Vessel Preparedness and How To Get A Free Courtesy Check
Every year thousands of boaters go out on the water without the proper safety equipment that is required by law. This equipment can be of great benefit and comfort and can mean the difference between a great day out on the water and a potential disaster. Required items vary depending on boat length but here … Continue reading
Ten Ways To “Rise Above Plastic”
Ten Ways To “Rise Above Plastic” Choose to reuse when it comes to shopping bags and bottled water. Cloth bags and metal or glass reusable bottles are available locally at great prices. Refuse single-serving packaging, excess packaging, straws and other “disposable” plastics. Carry reusable utensils in your purse, backpack or car to use at bbq’s, … Continue reading
CPS-ECP Wins Four Canadian Safe Boating Awards
The Canadian Safe Boating Awards (CASBAs) are like the Golden Globe awards of safe boating. On January 11th the Canadian Safe BoatingCouncil hosted the annual CASBA gala to recognize the efforts of the general public, volunteers, professionals, companies, agencies and organizations that have distinguished themselves in the fields of boating safetyand environmental stewardship duringthe 2014 … Continue reading
Discover Boating’s Hands-On Skills Training with CPS-ECP Instructors at the Toronto Boat Show
Petr Jano from Ashbridges Bay Power and Sail Squadron and Ivan Simokovich from Don Valley Power and Sail Squadron have trained to be HOST (Hands On Skills Training) instructors for the Discover Boating Canada program being held on The Lake at the Toronto International Boat Show, January 10-18, 2015. The goal of the 60-minute sessions is to show … Continue reading