Boat Safety
Transport Canada Small Craft Regulations
Flooding Near Algonquin Park’s East Gate 2013
Flooding Near Algonquin Park’s East Gate - Updated
Historically high water levels on the Madawaska River near Algonquin Park’s eastern gate have forced some families to flee their homes and prompted the Township of South Algonquin to declare a local state of emergency.
At issue is flooding on the engorged river system and the potential failure of the Galeairy Lake Dam in the Village of Whitney, which is located about three hours west of Ottawa.
Click here for Citizen article dated April 22 2013.
Click "Read More" to see a graph of water levels on the Madawaska River at Palmers as of April 27.
PFD Recall
PFD Recall
There has been a recall of certain of the Mustang Inflatable PFDs that automatically inflate.
Don't Drink and Paddle
Don't Drink and Paddle
Click here for Ontario Ministry of Transportation regulations related to drinking and paddling. Penalties can include driver's licence suspension for days or months or even a lifetime ban. They make it clear that these regulations apply to the operation of both motorized and non-motorized vessels including canoes and kayaks.
The Paddle Canada policy on intoxicants is no use within 8 hours before paddling.
Man Drowns in Boating Accident
Man Drowns in Boating Accident
Click here to read June 18 Citizen article.