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Canadian Power and Sail Squadrons
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Who is CanadianPower and SailSquadrons?
Mission StatementTo increase awareness and knowledge of safe boating by educating and training members and the general public, by fostering fellowship among members, and by establishing partnerships and alliances with organizations and agencies interested in boating.
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Celebrating 75 YearsCPS began in 1938 as Canadian Power Squadrons and organized along the same lines as the United States Power Squadrons. In 2013, the organization will celebrate its 75th Anniversary.
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Across CanadaCPS is a non-profit organization that has been bringing boaters together for 75 years. CPS has 26,000 members in 155 Squadrons across Canada.
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HeadquartersCPS has 12 paid staff at its Toronto Headquarters to assist in course material production, warehousing, membership, PR, shipping and liaison with the Government Organizations
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CPS instructors are boaters tooAll instructors and members who run or help in local Squadrons and Districts, are volunteers and take their responsibility seriously. They have taken courses such as Instructor Development and Officer Training.
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FREE Courtesy ChecksGet a Courtesy Check from a CPS Boating Safety Specialist at your yacht club or launch ramp and verify that you have all the required safety equipment on board.
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How to become a CPS MemberThere are two levels of membership: Regular and Associate
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Regular Members Graduates of the CPS Boating Course become Regular Members. Regular Members can fly the CPS flag.
Associate Members Graduates of Boating Basics or the Pleasure Craft Operator Card test become Associate Members.
Both types of membership have access to the same Member Benefits.
CPS also recognizes certain course equivalences from: -Canadian Yachting Association-Association Maritime du Québec-United States Power Squadrons-Transport Canada Certified Professional Mariners, Navigators
You must present copies of your course completion certificates to be considered for membership at CPS.
CPS does admit holders of Pleasure Craft Operator Cards from other organizations.
Equivalences
CPS Member Benefits and Discounts
Cowan Boat Insurance Members save 10% Additional Savings AvailableIncludes Identity Theft protection
Canadian Yachting magazine subscription
Boat US 50% + West Marine chandleries
Ports Cruising Guides 25%
Weems and Plath 25%
Salus Marine Wear 15%
Icom Canada Marine Radios
Natural Marine products
C-Tow 33% discount
Fortress Anchors
Delta Hotels, National Car Rental and RONA 10% discount
CPS Boating CoursesCPS has been offering boating courses long before they were mandatory. Introductory, Advanced, Electronics, Marine Radio, Flares and Elective courses are available.
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Short course to obtain PCOC. Topics include: knowing and equipping your boat, safety, marine rules of the road, aids to navigation, trailering, anchoring, docking, licensing, registration, hypothermia, recovery and fire procedures.
Youth Course available for ages 8-14
-Transport Canada Approved-NASBLA Approved-Recognized by US Coast Guard
Boating BasicsPleasure Craft Operator Card Course
Boating Basics Online http://www.cps-ecp.ca/pcoc/Pleasure Craft Operator Card Course
Topics include: the magnetic compass, global positioning and charts, navigation, conning, plotting, digital charting, anchoring, lines and ropes, electrical hazards, towing, boating and the environment, and more.
Duration: 8–10 weeks, 1 night per weekRecommended prerequisite: PCOC
Combine this course with any PCOC to become a Regular CPS Member.
Boating EssentialsCruise with confidence
Topics include: hazards of weather, wind, waves, tides and tidal currents and how to deal with them. Life-threatening situations such as man overboard or a medical emergency. Learn the ropes, from knots and hitches to bends and splices.
Duration: 10-12 weeks, 1 night per week
Recommended Prerequisite: PCOC and Boating Essentials
SeamanshipTake the next step
Topics include: coastal navigation for short trips offshore, positioning and plotting, tidal waters, currents, positioning with electronics and traditional methods Piloting skills.
Duration: 10-12 weeks, 1 night per week
Recommended Prerequisite: Seamanship
Advanced PilotingNavigating beyond the horizon
Junior Navigator is the first of a two-part program of study in offshore (open coast) navigation.Recommended Prerequisite: Advanced Piloting
Navigator is the second part of the study of offshore navigation. It further develops the student's skills and understanding of celestial theory.Recommended Prerequisite: Junior Navigator
Duration: 12-14 weeks each course, 1 night per week
Junior Navigator and NavigatorLet the sky be your guide
Topics include the features, capabilities and uses of electronic charts and the variety of ways they are available – from chartplotters, PDAs, tablets, laptop and computers. Positioning, course planning and real speed/direction.
This course comes with a CD including a complimentary Maptech computer navigation program, electronic chart samples and GPS simulator.
Duration: 6-8 weeks, 1 night per week
Electronic NavigationUpgrade your skills from paper to pixel
To operate a maritime radio, you need the certificate. It's the law! The Maritime Radio course teaches emergency radio procedures, and everyday operating techniques.
Learn all about the uses of marine radios, choice of frequencies, operation, phonetic alphabet, procedural words and phrases, as well as Digital Selective Calling and the Global Maritime Distress and Safety System.
Duration: 8 hours
Maritime RadioSecure your lifeline today
Fundamentals of WeatherCovers many aspects of the formation and behavior of weather, presented in a straightforward manner. With practice, you will develop the skills to make short term forecasts.
Global WeatherGlobal Weather expands on concepts introduced in the Fundamentals of Weather. Work with measurements such as air pressure, temperature, dew point and wind direction/speed to sharpen your forecasting skills.
WeatherForecast the weather beyond ‘red sky at night’
Emphasis is placed on how a sailboat works and the special terminology associated with sailboats, sailing, and practical seamanship. There is no chart work or navigation. The particular problems of piloting under sail, and making progress to windward are discussed.
Duration: 6-8 weeks, 1 night per week
SailingUnderstand the theory and practice of sailing
This course provides the seasoned cruiser with skills such as passage planning and execution, oceanography and weather, and instrumentation.
Learn also how to deal with adverse conditions.
Duration: 9-10 weeks, 1 night per week
Extended CruisingGain the skills required to reach distant shores
From spark plugs to bottom paint, this two part course covers all the DIY basics for boaters. Plus all aspects of maintaining and repairing your boat in all seasons.
You will learn how to safely handle mechanical emergencies afloat.
Duration: 10-12 weeks, 1 night per week
Boat and Engine MaintenanceKeeping your boat in Bristol condition
This course covers the different types of equipment, their capabilities and limitations.
Understand the available features and how they apply to your needs.
Learn to navigate using radar and to determine where you are.
Duration: 3-4 weeks, 1 night per week
Radar for Pleasure Craftbetter than 20/20 vision
“great course, user friendly, helpful proctors, would like to take more courses, great information, good value”
“really enjoyed the course, would encourage others to take it, super fun, helpful, ran on time, great group”
“great course presentation, easy to follow along, student cruise was valuable and fun, dedicated volunteers”
“very informative even if you don't have a boat, everyone was very helpful and entertaining, really interesting, a new "expert" every week”
TestimonialsWhat recent grads are saying about CPS
We invite all boaters to increase their skills and promote safety on the water by accessing training.
CPS is a great resource for off-season training.
[Squadron Name] and other local squadrons have many choices of
courses.
You’re Invited!
Register Today! www.cpsboat.caSelect course calendar from the home pageSort by squadron, district, course, timing
Phone: (416) 293-2438 or 1-888-CPS-BOATWebsite is www.cpsboat.ca
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