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Events
Join us for engaging workshops, inspiring award celebrations, and informative symposiums that bring together boating safety experts and enthusiasts from across Canada. Learn best practices, celebrate safety champions, and connect with a community dedicated to preventing boating injuries and drowning.
Cold Water Workshops
The Canadian Safe Boating Council hosts both in-person and virtual workshops Cold Water workshops each year. These workshops provide essential knowledge on how our bodies react to cold water immersion and how to maximize survival in hypothermic situations. Whether you’re curious about cold water’s effects or a first responder looking to enhance your rescue skills, these workshops are for you.
CASBAs
Every January, the Canadian Safe Boating Council brings together stakeholders in recreational boating safety to celebrate the people, programs, organizations, and marinas that make boating in Canada safer and more enjoyable for everyone – while protecting our environment. Known fondly as the CASBAs, this prestigious gala recognizes award recipients nominated by industry peers, boating safety organizations, and the general public. It’s a night to honour those dedicated to preventing boating injuries and drowning across Canada.
Annual Symposium
The annual Canadian Safe Boating Council Symposium is a premier event that gathers boating safety stakeholders from across Canada and beyond. It’s a platform to share best practices, discuss emerging safety issues, and collaborate with members, partners, and agencies worldwide. Held in different locations each year, the symposium fosters community by addressing regional boating safety concerns and engaging local stakeholders. Open to everyone with an interest in boating safety, attendees can expect a warm welcome, insightful discussions, and an engaging program.