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cAnAdA’S PReMieRe BOAT SHOW OFFeRS lATeST BOATS, GeAR And AcceSSORieS
PlUS FUn FOR THe WHOle FAMilY And ReTURn OF THe lAke
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DAILY ADMISSION Saturday, 10th January–Sunday, 18th January.
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OPENING TIMES Saturdays: 10:00–19:00; Sundays: 10:00–18:00; Weekdays: 12:00 to 21:00.
ADMISSION PRICES Adults: $15; Seniors (65+): $12; children under 16: free; Two-day adult pass: $25; Unlimited weekday
evening pass: $25. Buy tickets online and save $3.
www.torontoboatshow.com
The 51st Annual Toronto International Boat Show takes make waves on the mini-lake, build their own sailboat
10–18 J
place at the Direct Energy Centre, Exhibition Place. and take it for a test run. While television hosts Leo
Spanning more than a million square feet, the show is Stakos and Ron James teach children of all ages the ins
the premiere event for boating enthusiasts in Canada. and outs of fishing fun at the live trout pond.
The Lake is the world’s largest indoor recreational Some of the biggest names in boating share their
boating venue and there’s no doubt that it made insight, experience and expertise to help boaters of
a big splash during the 2008 Toronto International any age or stage expand their knowledge at Free
Boat Show. once again it will feature the incredible Boating Seminars.
wakeboarding demos that had everyone coming back SailFest features the most popular sailing yachts in
for performance after performance. Show visitors will Canada, all open for boarding, plus the latest dinghies
have an opportunity to meet wakeboarding pros and and inflatables. Yacht clubs, sailing associations and
get autographs in Wakeboard Alley. A strong off-shore cruising destinations are onboard as well. Also shop
breeze will return to provide some fuel to the sailboats the Industry Building for cruising and racing accessories
and windsurfers, and visitors will have an and the latest electronics.
opportunity to power themselves in the Safe Boating Centre – The best way to enjoy
canoes, kayaks and paddleboats. boating is safely! Ask questions, get advice or attend
Whether an experienced boater or a one of the free daily demonstrations that are dedicated
novice, there is something for everyone to having a fun and safe boating experience. From
at the Discover Boating Centre. Learn from navigation to choosing the right PFD or lifejacket, all
unbiased experts about what boat is right for questions will be answered.
your lifestyle, receive information on courses The Antique and Classic Boat Society of Toronto will
and boating destinations. once again showcase their beautiful wooden boats
The Toronto International Boat Show and meticulously restored motors. The theme for 2009
is the premiere place for debuting new products in is “Swinging by the Bay” featuring utilities from the
Canada. The newest and most innovative products for post-war period. Meanwhile, everything for the home-
boating will be featured throughout the Show. away-from-home can be found in Cottage Country in
Get up close to a 40’ x 8’ aquarium filled with the East Annex (next to the Lake). It’s packed with
5,000 gallons of water and stocked with native ontario water skis, wakeboards, canoes and kayaks.
fish. Daily fishing demonstrations and seminars by Watch for Boat Show Special signs highlighting
Canada’s top anglers deliver a rare underwater view great bargains available only during the Show.
of how fish react to and strike at various types of bait, Special Preview night – Boating for Children’s
lures and fishing techniques. Charity. Tickets are $100, which includes a
There’s plenty of entertainment for young ones too, Show preview, admission, food, beverages and
with the Kids Boating Zone and Kids Fishing Zone. They entertainment.
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