Sail Canada Celebration of Sailing 2024
Celebrating Excellence at the Sail Canada Celebration of Sailing: Gallagher Skippers’ Plan Athlete of the Year Awards At Gallagher Skippers’ Plan, we believe in fostering a vibrant and supportive community for Canadian sailors. This commitment was on full display at the Sail Canada Celebration of Sailing event held on July 12, 2024 at Ashbridges Bay Yacht Club (ABYC). This […]
Liability for Marine Accidents
Navigating the waters of Canada is a beloved pastime for many pleasure craft owners. However, with this enjoyment comes the responsibility of understanding and adhering to legal liability requirements. Recent legislative changes have made it crucial for boat owners to stay informed and adequately insured. Here’s a look at the significant updates and why having […]
Safe Boating Awareness Week – May 18 -24 2024
Safe Boating Awareness Week, taking place from May 18th to 24th, 2024, is a crucial time for Canadians to prioritize boating safety. With over 16 million Canadians engaging in boating activities, it is essential to educate both new and experienced boaters on safe practices. Gallagher Skippers’ Plan a proud member and supporter of the Canadian […]
Insurance Matters for Dinghy Sailors
Contenu disponible en français Most sailors start off in the dinghy classes when they are young and many have fond memories of time spent in Opti’s, Lasers, 420s, and many others. Young sailors are only concerned about the boat itself (and rightly so) while the responsibility for storage, transport, maintenance and insurance falls to their […]
Proposed Changes to Pleasure Craft Licensing in Canada: Have Your Say!
Introduction: Ahoy, boating enthusiasts! We have some interesting news to share with you. The Canadian government has proposed changes to the Pleasure Craft Licensing regulations, and it’s time for all boat owners to voice their opinions. (This is your boat registration/boat license). In this blog post, we’ll provide you with a summary of the proposed […]
Ottawa Boat & Outdoors Show February 23-26, 2023
The Ottawa Boat & Outdoors Show is back at the EY Centre for the year’s edition on February 23-26, 2023 and Gallagher Skippers’ Plan will be in attendance this year! The Ottawa Boat & Outdoors Show promises to get you ready for the outdoors – whether you’re shopping for a new boat, boat insurance, fishing […]
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 […]
