Parks Canada has announced a temporary closure of the majority of the Rideau Canal (except for Ottawa, Newboro, and Narrows lock stations) while necessary adjustments are made to deal with high water levels. More..

Elliott Shuchat, an experienced boater living in the Thousand Islands region, submitted the following letter to Boating Business regarding his concerns about the environmental impact of pyrotechnic flares. More..

To attract new participants, leaders from the recreational marine industry have launched a new initiative to help families to become part of the on-water lifestyle. More..

The newly named BC Sportsmen’s Show will take place from March 2 to 4, 2018 at the TRADEX in Abbotsford, BC. Previously known as the BC Boat & Sportsmen’s Show/BC Hunting Show, the rebrand for the 2018 edition streamlines the event aimed at all things related to fishing, boating and hunting. More..

Here’s your chance to add an inflatable PFD to your inventory for the best price of all – free! Boatguide magazine is hosting a draw for five Stearns Inflatable 33 Gram PFDs. Five winners will be drawn, from qualifying entrants, from now to October 31. More..

Canadian Parliament has passed a bill (S-233) that no longer requires American boaters to report to Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) officers whenever they enter Canadian waters. More..