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National Boating Week Highlights Canada’s Pleasure Craft Boom
The week of June 22 to 28 marks National Boating Week in Canada, spotlighting growth in pleasure boating over the past decade. Canadians now own over 750,000 pleasure boats, with 90% having outboard motors. 1958 sales for motors boats trailers and marine accessories are projected above 75 million, lifting total boating related trade beyond 100 million. Growth stems from abundant fresh water, safer boats, and popular water sports easing city congestion. Outboard use expands to commercial tasks, and even Eskimo log handling shifts toward powered craft. The piece stresses boating rules and safety gear including life jackets paddles oars and a fire extinguisher.
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