August 8, 2023
Marine Industry Career Path: Kevin Stopp
Introducing the next individual in our marine career pa…
July 17, 2023
Power of One – Edda Stockton
We all need fans no matter what path we choose in life. One fan can make a huge difference and when I needed a boost she was always there. We all are only one but we reach many. Edda Stockton was full of life, she called a spade a spade, had a mischievous grin and rarely said no to anything.
July 11, 2023
Adventuring Around Vancouver by Water with C-Tow Captain James Middleton
What started out as a request for C-Tow’s Vancouver Cap…
June 23, 2023
Tackle Box Basics: A non-anglers guide to fishing
Right off the bat, let me reiterate what I say every ti…
June 20, 2023
Ollie, the boat restoration guy
I see these old boats around an I can’t just let them g…
June 20, 2023
Lakefront Promenade Marina Completes 2-Year Infrastructure Project with Kropf Industrial
Lakefront Promenade Marina is located on Lake Ontario i…
June 6, 2023
The Gordie Howe Bridge – From the River
It is a saga that begins with this insight: the single…
May 30, 2023
CANSailGP’s Tom Ramshaw Talks with SinC
Since he started sailing on Stony Lake at age 8, Tom Ramshaw has been a winner. His many faceted career has included Laser, the Olympic Finn as a National Team member and earned him Rolex Sailor of the Year in 2018 and 2022 Sail Canada Male Sailor of the Year.
May 19, 2023
Buddy Melges – the Canadian Connection
My first recollection of Buddy Melges was on Lake…
May 19, 2023
Buddy Melges – The Canadian Connection
My first recollection of Buddy Melges was on Lake Geneva Wisconsin at the first world laser Championships. There decked out in his 1972 US Olympic team blazer he towered over Hans Fogh who also was wearing his DANMARK labelled Olympic baser.
May 9, 2023
Learn How BENETEAU Builds Boats and More
At BENETEAU’s manufacturing facility, builders thorough…
April 18, 2023
Canadian Skipper Mélodie Schaffer Distinguished in Globe40
Mélodie Schaffer has been sailing her whole life, competing at national and international levels. She began training at the RCYC and racing high performance dinghies including laser’s, 470’s and International 14’s.
April 11, 2023
Marine Industry Career Path: Nathanial Stabenow
Introducing the next graduate in our CYOB marine career path series, Nathanial Stabenow from the East Coast of Canada.
April 10, 2023
I’m Lovin’ it
On a leisurely summer afternoon, what could be more relaxing than a cruise up the river aboard a stunning 48-footer with the most gracious host and a few very happy guests?
March 28, 2023
Around the World – One Step at a Time
“Wake up Scott!! We’ve got a couple hundred litres of water in the back of the boat, and I don’t know where it‘s coming from!” Alan Roberts, the other hand in Scott Shawyer’s doublehanded racing debut, the annual Royal Ocean Racing Club (RORC) Transatlantic Race from Lanzarote to Grenada looked very concerned.
February 27, 2023
CANSailGP Flight Controller, Billy Gooderham
Yes, there’s GB, NZ and USA but who says Canada can’t produce some sailing stars. Billy Gooderham is well on his way as flight controller (more on that later) on Canada’s SailGP F50.
February 22, 2023
Canada SAILGP Team Christens New F50 Spirit
Strategist of the Canada SailGP Team and National Sailing Team 49erFX sailor, Georgia Lewin-Lafrance from Chester, NS did the honours last week naming the team’s new F50 SPIRIT, just before the team’s inaugural sail in preparation for the KPMG Australia Sail Grand Prix – Sydney last weekend.
January 16, 2023
Marc’s New Model
In the winter, our contributor Marc Robic goes indoors but his love of sailboats continues undiminished. We published a two part story on the models he builds and gives away in 2022.
January 10, 2023
Marine Industry Career Path: “Ask” Andrew McDonald
The next graduate in our Marine Industry Career Path series is one of Canadian Yachting Media’s very own, Andrew McDonald! Andrew most recently graduated from Georgian College in Ontario and has years of great experience in all aspects of the marine industry.
December 6, 2022
Marine Industry Career Path: April Scarlett
Introducing the next graduate in our marine career path series, April Scarlett. A former Ontario resident, April was enticed by the Pacific Ocean and everything it has to offer.
November 28, 2022
Paul Tingley Into the NS Sport Hall of Fame
Congratulations to two-time medalist in sailing at the Paralympic Games Paul Tingley who has been inducted into the Nova Scotia Sport Hall of Fame Saturday.
November 8, 2022
Plugboats: A major conversion of a 100 year old!
More than one owner of a sailboat in the past few years has thought, when trying to fire up a diesel or gas motor, that maybe the time is right to convert to electric for the times when they are not sailing under wind power.
October 25, 2022
Antonia and Georgia Lewin-LaFrance named Rolex Sailors of the Year
Last week Antonia and Georgia Lewin-LaFrance from Chester NS were named today Sail Canada’s Rolex Sailors of the Year for 2021-2022 during Canada’s Celebration of Sailing event held by Sail Canada and the Royal Nova Scotia Yacht Squadron.
August 29, 2022
Savannah Taylor Wins at Chester
Last week at Chester Race Week, 20-year-old Savannah Taylor at the helm of Hard Eight won the PHRF Distance 1 Division with two bullets in four races.
August 23, 2022
People: Darrah James – getting her hands dirty building boats
Darrah works on the east coast of Canada in Cornwallis, Nova Scotia for Rock Solid Composites as a certified Boat Builder.
August 15, 2022
On Deck: Marie-Andrée Poulin
Marie-Andrée Poulin was an entertainment and weather reporter for the TVA and LCN French-language networks for many years. “On Deck” discussion with the spokesperson for the Femina Cup which was held July 7-10.
August 2, 2022
First-time skipper at Chester Race Week encourages more women to get into sailing
Anna Millar doesn’t remember the first time she went sailing, but she said she’s been sailing “since forever.” She was just a mere six weeks old when her father took her on a boat.
July 29, 2022
Eight Bells: 1996 Olympian in Sailing Dr. Paul Hannam
It is with great sadness that Sail Canada shares with the Canadian sailing community the passing of Olympian sailor Dr. Paul Hannam in July. He was 50 years of age.
July 19, 2022
People: Marine Industry Career Path: Greg Smith
After graduating from Georgian College, Greg has come full circle and now instructs part-time for the same marine program he graduated from while also helps boaters as a technical pro at Marina del Ray in Orillia, ON.
July 12, 2022
On Deck: Allan Clark Wins ILCA Master Worlds in Mexico
In June, BC sailor and coach, Allan Clark, won a gold medal at the 2022 ILCA 6 Grand Masters World Championship in Mexico and finished 6th at the ILCA 7 event.
June 27, 2022
On Deck: Alec Watters, Sask Sailor Winning Gold, First Nations Representative
Alec Watters won the title at last weekend’s Saskatchewan ILCA Championships. “On Deck” interview with the First Nations representative who will also take part in the upcoming Canada Games.
June 21, 2022
Meet our grads: Bronwynn Whiteley, Marine Technician
The marine industry provides exciting opportunities for Canadians. Every month CYOB will introduce you to a graduate of one of Canada’s marine programs.
June 15, 2022
Yes, you can boat on a budget! Interview with Brian John Harwood, Canada’s Up and Coming Country Singer
Last month, Canadian Country Singer Brian John Hardwood, released his new single “Rich”, featuring fellow Canadian artists Alli Walker and Chris Labelle.
May 24, 2022
Meet our grads: Kimberly Kelly, Marine Mechanical Technician
The marine industry provides exciting opportunities for Canadians. Every month CYOB will introduce you to a graduate of one of Canada’s marine programs. By profiling these graduates, we will be recognizing the skills these graduates gain and help you appreciate their huge contribution to our boating lives.
May 16, 2022
Meet the Team: National Development Kite Foiling Coach, Dan Cunningham
Sail Canada just launched its Kite Foiling program in Canada for 2022. “On Deck” discussion with the National Development Kite Foiling coach, Dan Cunningham.
May 16, 2022
On Deck: Development Team’s Sam Bonin and Arie Moffat
Sam Bonin and Arie Moffat have teamed up in 49er. “On Deck” conversation with the sailors from Ontario.
May 11, 2022
Gregory C. Marshall. Canadian Naval Architect and designer par excellence.
I am standing in the middle of a high-ceilinged space beside renowned naval architect Greg Marshall and two of his team, Sara Baker and Lachlan Palmer.
April 30, 2022
On Deck: Canada SailGP Ramshaw and Lewin-Lafrance Speak About Joining the Team
Sail Canada National Team Member and 2-time Olympian Tom Ramshaw and Canadian Sailing Development Squad member Georgia Lewin-LaFrance have been selected by Canada SailGP Team for its inaugural season which starts on May 14. “On Deck” conversation with both sailors.
April 29, 2022
The Life of Kai
So, I’m at Mobility Cup in Nepean, across the river from Ottawa. I’ve participated in Mobility Cup as a volunteer and companion sailor for over fifteen years. I don’t do it because of some sense of civic duty. I do this because I love it. I meet wonderful people and the outpouring of love and respect is overwhelming.