The Countdown is On

Whether March is coming in like a lion or a lamb in your part of Canada, we’re hopeful that the forecast remains the same for all of us: sunny days, open water, and a smooth…

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C-Tow Connections – February 2021

As avid marine enthusiasts we always keep an eye out for informative and interesting news and advice from the global boating community! We’re pleased to share our favourite bookmarks with you, from online articles to…

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A Double Salvage on the Ottawa River

With a Zodiac and a trailer, C-Tow Quinte’s Kenn Morrison can easily get to mariners in need of help, even if they aren’t on Lake Ontario.  Last summer, Captain Kenn and Captain Matt Bradley (C-Tow…

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Built-In Crew: Get the Whole Family On Board for Boating Adventures

In many Canadian provinces, there’s a day set aside in February specifically devoted to family. In honour of that, we’re here with a few tips to make boating a full-family adventure. Whether you’ve got a…

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C-Tow Captain Highlight: Don Jenson

Don Jenson Sidney, BC Don Jensen is building a great life that revolves around boats and helping people in two Sidneys—the town of Sidney on the tip of Vancouver Island, where he lives in the…

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Introducing: The Wooden Boat Museum of Newfoundland and Labrador

From The Scuba News For generations of Newfoundlanders and Labradorians whose lives depended on the water, a boat was a veritable vessel – to security, to safety, and to survival. Being resourceful, resilient people, our…

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Sailing Magic Carpet: When Things Go Wrong

This is a short story about things going wrong.  Last month in this same newsletter, I wrote about how I received my first sailboat for the price of $1, given to me by some random…

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For the Love of Boating

Ah, February — the month of love. It’s a short month but one that can certainly be sweet, especially as it brings us that much closer to the spring thaw.  Of course, when we think…

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C-Tow Connections – January 2021

As avid marine enthusiasts we always keep an eye out for informative and interesting news and advice from the global boating community! We’re pleased to share our favourite bookmarks with you, from online articles to…

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Winter Boat Projects

If the weather is keeping you away from the water, you can still get a jump on spring by taking on a winter boat project. There are two main ways to take advantage of wintertime…

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