Clipper Round the World Race Starts August 30, 2015
“This is one of the biggest challenges of the natural world and an endurance test like no other. With no previous sailing experience necessary, it’s a record breaking 40,000 nautical mile race around the world on a 70-foot ocean racing yacht. All that is asked of participants is a good level of fitness, an age […]
Port Credit Boat Show September 18-20
The 25th Port Credit In-Water Boat Show returns to Port Credit Harbour Marina in Mississauga, Ontario September 18 to 20. The Port Credit Boat Show is known in the industry as the ‘late season boat show to attend’. This year’s over 100 new and used power and sailboats will be on display. There will also […]
Welcome News for Boaters from Transport Canada
As of July 11th 2015, anyone can apply for a new pleasure craft license on-line or transfer an existing license if you purchase that boat. This new service is available for the general public and for boat dealers though one website. Please go to https://www.pcl-pep.snbservices.ca/1001/pubweb/default.aspx The licensing process was outdated and in need of an overhaul […]
Safe Boating Awareness Week
May 16 – 22 is North American Safe Boating Awareness Week This awareness campaign reminds us all to boat safely and responsibly now that we are at the beginning of boating season. This Victoria Day weekend remember the water is still very cold in most areas. Be sure you have sufficient PFD’s on board and […]
Surveys waived for boats under $50K and under 30ft
UPDATED June 2024 – Gallagher Skippers’ Plan clients with boats under 30 feet in length that have a market value of under $50,000 no longer require a marine survey. Surveys will still be required as a requirement to keep Agreed Value Coverage, or if you have a Sea Doo jet boat. At anytime Aviva may […]
Spring Pre-Launch Checklist
Spring is finally here and we want to get your boating season off to a good start with our Pre Launch Checklist. Check the boat license/ registration. Ensure boat license or registration documents are on board before you launch. Check your safety equipment. Consult the Safe Boating Guide to ensure you have the required safety […]
Skippers’ Plan Award for Claim Service Excellence
It has been said that an insurance policy is a useless piece of paper until you have a claim. That is when you really learn how good your insurance company is. We pride ourselves on providing excellent claim service and built our reputation over 60 years in the boat insurance business. If you have an accident […]
Skippers’ Plan Athlete and Team of the Year
The Skippers’ Plan Female, Male or Team of the Year is awarded to a current Canadian Sailing Team member with a record of outstanding achievement in national and international competition. Award winners must have a record of outstanding achievement in national and international competition within the given year and brought positive recognition to Canadian competitive […]
Insuring a Boat on your Home Policy
Over the last 5 years I have partcipated in boat show seminars for new boaters and people thinking of buying their first boat. It is a great opportunity for people to ask questions and share any concerns they may have. The advice provided by a panel of boating industry experts has hopefully helped new boaters avoid the most […]
Over 50 Years at the Toronto Boat Show and Still Going Strong
Did you know that Skippers’ Plan Insurance is one of the longest standing exhibitors at the Toronto International Boat Show? Some may be surprised to learn that we have been attending the Toronto Boat Show as an exhibitor for over 50 consecutive years. Manufacturers and dealers have come and gone and a few have even had several […]
