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CHUM 104.5

Instagram posts with CHUM 104.5 mid-day host Ruby Carr personality who tried her hand at the CJ Skatepark, The Lake and the Discover Camping and Boating Feature in Heritage Court.

Although we have five days remaining in the show,

we need to begin preliminary plans for move-out.

REMINDER:

Health & Safety Regulations are the same during move-out

as they were during move-in.

MOVE-OUT GUIDELINES: 



•  Storage crates will be returned to your exhibit space by Monday, January 27, at 8AM
• On Monday, January 27, all exhibitors report to the staging yard for a vehicle window card and building access. 
• Freight-free aisles will be maintained.
• There is limited access to the show floor; you are encouraged to bring a dolly to the show to transport materials.
• Personal protective equipment must be worn - safety shoes, hard hats when working around cranes, fall-arrest equipment when accessing high-activity zones

CRANES & FORKLIFTS:

•  If you need a crane or forklift to help lift boats, please  CLICK HERE to download the request form, complete it, and return it to the Show Office (Salon 103) by 9pm this Wednesday, January 22, so we can begin creating the schedule.

•  Printed forms are available at the Show Office for those who do not have access to a printer.

•  If we don't receive a crane service form from you, we will assume you do not require assistance from the show's equipment.

MOVE OUT SCHEDULE



• It's important that exhibitors adhere to target times for move-out, as it is vital to getting everyone out on deadline. There will be a full move-out on Sunday evening with the majority of BOOTH EXHIBITORS leaving between 6 and 9pm.

• On Friday, BOAT EXHIBITORS will receive specific target times for their move-out, with designated crane and forklift times for their boats.

•  Many boat companies located near the roll-up doors will be given target times for Sunday's move-out. This is necessary in order to get the cranes into the building to begin lifting boats Monday at 8am sharp!

• The INDUSTRY BUILDING and EAST ANNEX must be completely vacated by 6pm, Monday; and the Main Hall, by 6pm, Tuesday.

If you have questions regarding move-out, please leave a message at the

Show Office for move-out coordinator Shawn McConnell (416-574-9826),

who will come by your display to talk to you.

Thank you RBC, 2025 Buy/Sell A Boat & WIN Sponsor

What's Happening!

• Live Music starting at 3PM
• Dockside Lounge Bar at The Lake open 3-9PM
• A 300-pound chocolate PWC, courtesy of OVG, the venue's food concessions.
• Seminars until 9PM!
• 3 hours of Glow in the Dark Boating at The Lake

Thursday Hours:

11AM to 10PM

On Tuesday, January 20, during the Toronto International Boat Show, at the NMMA Canada Industry Breakfast, Marc Duhamel, co-CEO and president of Legend Boats was inducted into the NMMA Canada Hall of Fame.

Duhamel’s passion for the boating industry began at an early age as he immersed himself in the family business, co-founded by his father, Victor. During this time, he gained hands-on experience and cultivated a deep understanding of the marine industry. In 1992, after graduating with honors from Laurentian University, Duhamel joined Legend Boats full-time and immediately began applying his knowledge and vision to elevate the company.

Under Duhamel’s guidance, Legend Boats achieved several significant milestones, including the introduction of innovative boat designs and customer-centric practices to make boating accessible for customers. He also helped set industry standards in Canada by using more durable production practices.



Notably, he expanded operations to four fully owned retail stores, launched innovative ventures such as boatopia.com and achieved recognition on Boating Industry’s Top 100 Dealers for 10 consecutive years.

“Throughout his career, Marc has demonstrated an unwavering commitment to excellence, innovation and the recreational boating industry,” said Marie-France MacKinnon, executive director of NMMA Canada. “His service on the NMMA Board of Directors for more than 15 years has been invaluable, playing a pivotal role in strategic initiatives and industry advocacy, including leading efforts around Boating Day on Parliament Hill.”

Marc joins an esteemed list of Hall of Fame recipients starting in 1998 with Harold D. Shield, the original founder of the Toronto International Boat Show. The list to date of previous Hall of Fame inductees is on the NMMA Canada website. Click here to preview list.

Delight Bite

Mexican food truck serving a variety of tacos: fish, jerk chicken, pulled pork and veggie tacos. There's also a Burrito bowl that is Gluten Free.

6 Spice Rack

Specializes in globally inspired cuisine: Salmon Poke Bowl; Mac n' Cheese specials; hand-held sandwiches, Naan combos and Roti Specials including The Roti Thing, a lamb special.

Curbside Dog

Offering hotdogs, Italian & German sausages, souvlaki, wraps, burgers and a delightful curry chicken. Souvlaki and much more INCLUDING FRENCH FRIES!

The Exhibitor Lounge is located in Salon 105, just east of the show office. 

The lounge is equipped with tables & chairs and free Wifi (computers are available for your use). There will be no food services, but there is a microwave available for exhibitor use. The Exhibitor's lounge is a great place to relax and meet.



Thank you to the 2025 Exhibitor Lounge Sponsors:

• BoatDealers.ca
• CanBoat /NautiSavoir
• Boating Industry Canada
• Canadian Boating
• PORTS Cruising Guides
• Sailing in Canada

If an emergency requiring paramedics arises, please alert any of the following and identify the location. 

• Boat Show Staff Member
• Show Office Salon 103 (905-951-0009)
• Information Booth Staff
• Lake Staff
• Show Security Guards (at entrances, exits, roving)

We will radio paramedics and direct them to the location. 

If the situation is non-urgent, you can also direct the individual

to the Show Office (Salon 103), where paramedics can meet them. 

To make things easier, please add the Show Office phone number to your mobile phone contacts for the duration of the show.



Show Office - 905-951-0009