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NMMA Canada joins Ontario Stakeholders at Boating Ontario's Annual Conference

by National Marine Manufacturers Association 11 Dec 2024 14:20 PST December 2-4, 2024
Patrick and Jill Bradbury © National Marine Manufacturers Association

NMMA Canada joined Boating Ontario for their annual conference, Dec. 2-4, providing an opportunity for stakeholders in Ontario's recreational marine industry to gather, share insights and collaborate under the theme "Charting Pathways to Excellence."

Boating Ontario continues to be a key partner for NMMA Canada and the Canadian Marine Recreation Association (CMRA), playing an instrumental role in advocating for and strengthening the recreational marine sector across Ontario.

The conference included the Boating Ontario Trade Show (BOATS) with more than 60 exhibitors, setting a show record. Also highlighted was the Clean Marine Program, a program that underscores Ontario's leadership in sustainability and environmental stewardship in the marine industry.

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