The Canadian Safe Boating Council
The Canadian Safe Boating Council (CSBC) was organized in 1991 to improve communications regarding safe boating issues between government departments and agencies servicing recreational boaters' interests and private companies and organizations in the recreational boating field. In the early 1990s various regulatory issues were discussed. A major issue was the life jacket types and colours which resulted in making PFDs more comfortable and acceptable. Annual meetings were held and developed into educational discussions regarding safe boating. In 1998 this became the annual Conference (later the Symposium) with seminars and discussions regarding current issues. The Symposium rotates annually across the country to encourage participation from all regions. (READ MORE >>)
Key messages for the Canadian Safe Boating Council Safe Boating Awareness programs:
• Wear Your Lifejacket
• Boat Sober
• Take a Boating Course
• Be Prepared - You and Your Vessel
• Cold Water Immersion
CSBC Mission Statement
The Canadian Safe Boating Council is in the business of promoting safe and responsible boating throughout Canada.
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CSBC Activities
The CSBC manages a number of important events and activities. We welcome your participation in any or all of them.
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North American Safe Boating Awareness Week (NASBAW)
SmartBoater.ca
Cold Water Awareness
Annual Symposium
Canadian Safe Boating Awards
PFD Wear
Messaging
Newsletter