The CASBAs honour the people, programs, organizations and marinas that are helping to make boating in Canada safer and better for all of us, and to keep the environment clean.

Here is an overview of the awards

"Best Boating Safety Initiative"

for a successful initiative influencing safe boating in Canada

"Rescue Of The Year – First Responder"

for a heroic deed or rescue involving a vessel on the water in Canada by a first responder

"Best Media Contribution To Boating Safety"

for an individual, company or online social presence that promotes boating safety through the media

"Safeguarding The Environment"

for a company, individual, product or organization dedicated to reducing marine pollution and/or making boating more environmentally friendly

"Marine Industry"

for a company or individual that has introduced a boating product or technology improving boating safety

"Special Recognition"

for an individual, organization or company that deserves special recognition for the work they do to promote safe and responsible boating

"Marine Professional Of The Year"

for an outstanding act of boating safety by a marine organization professional

"Top Volunteer Dedicated To Safe Boating"

for an individual who consistently practices and promotes safe boating in Canada

"Rescue Of The Year"

for a heroic deed or rescue involving a vessel on the water in Canada

"Visible Pfd / Lifejacket Wear In Advertising"

for a company or individual that consistently or innovatively promotes visible pfd / lifejacket wear in marketing

5 Key Steps to Safer Boating

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Wear Your Lifejacket

Legally you must carry one on board, appropriately sized for each passenger. But don’t just carry it, WEAR IT.

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Boat Sober

Boating under the influence of alcohol, recreational drugs or prescription narcotics, is illegal, irresponsible and potentially deadly. Leave any such substances until you return to the dock.

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Take a Boating Course

The law requires that anyone operating a power-driven boat must have a Pleasure Craft Operator Card OR other accredited proof of competency and it must be carried on board.

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Be Prepared - You and Your Vessel

Ensure your boat has all the required safety gear and sufficient fuel. Be sure the weather is suitable for your vessel’s capabilities.

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Be Cold Water Safe

Cold water is a significant risk. Learn how to protect yourself.