The Jewel of Ontario
A beginner's guide to Georgian Bay's North Channel
By Bill Jennings
The Complete 2013 List of Boating Events in Ontario
Click here for The Complete 2014 List of Ontario Boating Events
This is the most comprehensive list of local boating events in Ontario and surrounding regions. We're constantly updating throughout the year, so if you'd like us to add your event, please email ian@thenewbusiness.ca
August 2013 Boating Events
9-11, AquaPalooza 2013, Rockport, ON
Organized by Sea Ray Boats, AquaPalooza events are celebrated in dozens of locations both here in Canada and throughout the United States. It welcomes power boaters, sailors, jeet skiers, kayakers, canoeists and anyone else who wants to enjoy some summertime fun by the water. Any boat, any brand, families, friends and water-lovers—everyone's welcome to come and celebrate the boating life. Described as the ultimate summer boating event, coverage of this year's event can be found here.
Region: South Eastern Ontario
10, Dragon Boat Races, Wellington, ON
Local club teams and teams from out of town compete for Club Trophy. Community and Breast Cancer Survivor teams will also compete, in the process helping the Wellington Lions to raise funds for use in the community. Waterfront celebreations start at 9am at Wellington Harbour. Contact Janet Marissen at 613-961-0990.
Region: South Eastern Ontario
10-11, 2013 1000 Islands Ride of a Lifetime, Kingston, ON
Offering options for the weekend, the event will support Prostate Cancer Canada. On August 10th you can take the Ride of a Lifetime Full Day Poker Run Guest option from 8:30am to 4pm. Includes a lunch stop and awards banquet. Or on August 11th choose option two and join the Ride of a Lifetime Charity Ride from noon to 4pm. Limited seats available, call 1-800-354-9145 ext 252 or email coordinator@pokerrunsamerica.com to reserve yours now.
Region: South Eastern Ontario
16-17, Priestly Demolition Rescue Run, Orilia, ON
A charity poker run on Lake Simcoe in support of the Ramara and Orillia Fire Departments water based rescue and recovery resources. Labatt's is sponsoring a cocktail and reception Friday night at Tux II. Lunch will be served at The North in Barrie and there will be an auction and awards dinner at Tux II on Saturday evening. Click here to register online or call 705-533-2717.
Region: Bruce Grey Simcoe
16-18, Powerboating Canada "The Tour" Poker Run Rendez-Vous, Gananoque, ON
Help find a cure for Prostate Cancer. Click here to register. For more information call 1-800-354-9145 ext 252 or email coordinator@pokerrunsamerica.com.
Region: South Eastern Ontario
18, Burlington Beach Club Cruise, Oakville, ON
Organized by the Oakville Power Boat Club.
Region: Hamilton, Halton and Brant
23-24, Niagara Poker Run, Port Cedit and Niagara, ON
Boats launch from Promenade Marine in Port Credit, Mississauga on August 23rd. For those of you who have never done one before, a "poker run" is an organized transportation event during which participants visit a series of checkpoints, drawing a playing card at each stop along the route. At the end of the run, the participant with the best poker hand wins! It's a nice bit of summer fun and a great excuse to spend some time on the water, visit quaint towns, enjoy BBQ food and maybe even a little wine tasting. Click here for accommodation and registration information or contact 1-800-354-9145 ext 252 or coordinator@pokerrunsamerica.com.
Region: Niagara
September 2013 Boating Events
5-8, Hurst Marina In-Water Boat Show, Manotick, ON
Check out the new 2013 Line up and take advantage of the non-current blowout at Hurst Marina. Many new and used boats in the water for demo rides including Tow Boats, Family Cottage Runabouts, Sundecks, Cruisers & Yachts from great names such as Malibu, Axis, SeaRay and Meridian.
Region: Ottawa and Countryside
6-7, Bruce Nicolle Memorial, Rice Lake and Bewdley, ON
Region: Kawarthas and Northumberland
6-8, The Montreal In-Water Boat Show, Montreal, QC
Annual show held in Montreal's Old Port area, allowing visitors to examine, visit and experience free demo rides of boats in the water.
13, Hanlon's Cruise, Oakville, ON
Organized by the Oakville Power Boat Club.
Region: Hamilton, Halton and Brant
21, Dragon Boat Race, Oakville, ON
Organized by the Oakville Power Boat Club.
Region: Hamilton, Halton and Brant
October 2013 Boating Events
4, Commodore's Ball, Oakville, ON
Organized by the Oakville Power Boat Club.
Region: Hamilton, Halton and Brant
18-19, Oakville Power Boats Club Dinner and Haul-Out, Oakville, ON
Organized by the Oakville Power Boat Club.
Region: Hamilton, Halton and Brant
January 2014 Boating Events
11-19, Toronto International Boat Show, Toronto, ON
Canada's largest boat show is back! Find the boat of your dreams, and everything to go with it, or just walk around and take it all in. Toronto's massive Direct Energy Centre will be bustling with shows, demos and product displays, not to mention the self-proclaimed world's largest indoor lake for boaters—novice and experienced boaters can get their feet wet and take advantage of free boat rides in canoes, kayaks, paddleboats and inflatable boats. In the meantime enter their "I Love Boating" Photo Contest for a chance to win some great prizes. Deadline for entries is September 30, 2013.
Region: Greater Toronto Region
February 2014 Boating Events
6-9, Toronto Sportsmen's Show, Toronto, ON
Canada's biggest & best outdoors show has something for everyone whether you're into boating, fishing, hunting, outdoor adventure, wildlife....even inlcudes an all-star dog show! The Direct Energy Centre will be a great place to get a deal on a new boat or trailer. Dealers will be there selling plenty of models and brands of fishing boats, bass boats, cottage runabout and pontoon boats as well as personal watercrafts.
Region: Greater Toronto Region
Last updated on August 9th 2013
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