Announcements

Jennifer Handley

The 2026 edition of the Bluewater Cruising Association (BCA) Member Directory has arrived in mailboxes from Vancouver Island to Calgary to Ontario and beyond – have you received your copy?  If not, you might want to contact BCA’s Administrator, Amanda Lance, to ensure your membership and mailing address are up-to-date. If you have taken a […]

Jennifer Handley

Not only are Vancouver Fleet members busy preparing themselves and their boats for offshore, but a small committee within that group is researching, sourcing and assembling “leaver” packages for BCA members who plan to cast off their lines in 2026. This package is a farewell presentation from BCA given to all members in good standing […]

The Royal Victoria Yacht Club (RVYC) is hosting a free Open House Expo between 1600-1800h on April 10, 2026 and you are invited! As you may know, RVYC is a member-only club, but for one day only, the Club is transforming itself into a BIG welcome fair for curious potential members.  Round up your friends […]

David Mitchell

In my new role as Past Commodore, I have the pleasure of organizing and presenting awards to our deserving members. This is a task that I have very much enjoyed. I learned more about the Bluewater Cruising Association’s history through familiarizing myself with the past recipients and some of our new awardees. However, most importantly, […]

Environmentally and Socially Responsible Cruising Working Group

Every now and then we learn about someone who is making a difference while at the same time pursuing a life changing adventure.  Meet Freeranger’s crew: Duncan Copeland and Larissa Clark, along with their two children, Eden and Skye.  Aboard Freeranger, you’ll find both adventure and citizen science. Since launching in 2023, the family has […]

Barb Peck

The Council of BC Yacht Clubs (CBCYC) is requesting that all boaters fill out the Islands Trust Draft Policy Statement Survey.  From Islands Trust: The Policy Statement is Islands Trust’s vision for the preservation and protection of the Islands Trust Area and its unique amenities and environment. It aspires to reflect the values and interests […]

It is with sadness that BCA learned of the passing of Bruce Warren who died peacefully January 7th surrounded by family after a valiant battle with cancer. Bruce joined the BCA Calgary Chapter in 2015.  In 2022 he received an offshore cruising award for his  single-handed passage to/from Hawaii and was also the recipient of […]

Jennifer Handley

All BCA members in good standing will have received an email this week from the Member Directory Team asking that members review and update their personal profiles and those of their partner and boat (as applicable). Make it a New Year’s resolution to review your information this week, if not today.  It won’t take a […]

Barb Peck

The Council of BC Yacht Clubs (CBCYC) has advised its members that Transport Canada has issued revisions to the Pleasure Craft Licence (PCL) regulations, effective as of December 31, 2025. CBCYC has shared the following information. What are the changes? Here are the key updates you should be aware of: Expiry date: All new, transferred, […]

Barb Peck

It is time for the popular Currents Cover Photo Contest again.  Our monthly “PDF” publication needs great photos to grace its covers for 2026! Your photos should be clearly related to what BCA is all about; thus, although we are keen to see boats, your image may reflect the BCA vision, mission, or values without […]

Jennifer Handley

All BCA members in good standing are invited to attend the Annual General Meeting (AGM) on Thursday December 4, 2025.  Hosted by BCA’s Commodore, David Vincent, the meeting will be held via Zoom, starting at 1930h PST / 2030h MST. (Zoom room will open at 1900h PST.) Please demonstrate your commitment to BCA and its […]

Marilyn Sanford

Each chapter has a Fleet group consisting of those members preparing to venture farther afield in the coming year or soon thereafter.  Members may include those planning to head offshore, sail around Vancouver Island or travel up the coast, exploring and venturing into new territories. This previous article here provides more information about Fleet and […]