BRANT POWER AND SAIL SQUADRON

Boating Safety

Source: News Canada

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A boating trip should be a fun and safe experience for everyone involved. No matter if you own, rent or are borrowing a boat, make sure before you head out that your vessel is in good working order and properly equipped.

As a proud member of the Canadian Safe Boating Council, Canadian Tire reminds all boaters to review the new safe boating regulations which require a minimum of safety equipment to be kept on board at all times. Safety equipment miimums apply to all types of recreational vessels including powerboats, personal watercrafts, canoes, kayaks, sailboats and so on. Ensuring that you have the right safety equipment provides peace of mind and if something goes wrong, could save a life.

Before setting out on your trip, it's recommended to review the following checklist:

It's also a good idea to take along additional items depending on your vessel type of activity you have planned and local environment. Canadian Tire suggests you also include:

Note: Please contact us to help you ensure your trip is planned safely. Our squadron is here to help you.