It’s with great sadness that we acknowledge the death of our Patron HRH The Duke of Edinburgh. It was our great honour.

On the occasion of our 70th Anniversary in 2008, his message to us:

“ ‘Messing about in boats’ sounds harmless enough, but experienced yachtsmen know only too well that proper initial training makes for a safer and more enjoyable experience.”

Virtual Classrooms Available - Face to face classes suspended until further notice

We are taking measures to ensure the health and safety of all our volunteers, students and staff of the Canadian Power and Sail Squadrons. We are suspending all face to face activities, classes, squadron and district meetings. Online courses are still available. Our employees are available to help you.

We recommend that you practice physical distancing with rigour to help flatten the curve so we can all resume our daily activities.

Wash your hands often. Sneeze into a tissue or the inside of your elbow. If you have any flu-like symptoms, stay home. If they get worse, seek medical help.

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      Other Featured Boating Courses

      VHF Marine Radio Course

      Does everyone on board know how to call for help?

      To operate a Marine Radio, it is required by law to have the Restricted Operator Certificate

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      Introduction to Weather Course

      The wise boater respects and anticipates mother nature’s many moods.

      Learn to accurately interpret weather reports and forecasts.

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      Beyond Boating Basics Course

      The PCOC makes sure you have immediate navigation and safety skills but it’s just the beginning of what you should know when you get on a boat.

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      BOATING AND NAVIGATION COURSES

      Online Course Catalog

      Canadian Power and Sail Squadrons is recognized as the foremost educational boating authority in Canada.

      Canadian Power and Sail Squadrons offers a variety of online and classroom based Boating and Navigation courses across Canada.

      Take a boating course to improve your boating safety knowledge, as well as vessel handling and navigation skills.
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      Membership in Canadian Power and Sail Squadrons means that you are part of a community of passionate boaters who are committed to safety, boating education and having fun on the water. Member benefits include:

      • Save on your group home, auto and boat insurance
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      Help Protect our Waterways and be Boat Blue

      Boat Blue with CPS-ECP

      As boaters, paddlers, swimmers, surfers – however we choose to get out and enjoy our waterways, we have a responsibility and an active role to play in taking care of them for the future.

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      Marine Mammal Regulations in Canada

      It is the responsibility of all boat owners and operators to ensure the safety and protection of all wildlife including, but not limited to, whales.

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      Free Guides

      It’s very easy to become overwhelmed by the environmental problems that we face on waterways globally, but the best thing to do is just start by being part of the solution – one step at a time.

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      Events

      CPS-ECP Events

      We offer a range of events and services nationally — explore and participate in events near you.

      • Squadron and National Events
      • Operation Life Jacket
      • Safety Equipment Education and Flare Disposal Days
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