NMMA Canada works for you

Membership gives you access to a wide range of programs and services designed to serve your best interestsand advance the recreational boating industry.

  • Advocacy and Public Policy: NMMA represents the recreational boating industry on public policy issues, advocating at provincial and federal levels of government to protect the interests of the industry and the users of its products.
  • Business Intelligence: NMMA is the industry’s primary source of recreational boating research and statistics, collecting, analyzing, and distributing industry, economic, market and technical data. Members enjoy free, discounted, and exclusive access to NMMA’s market research and industry statistics.
  • Consumer Outreach: Through Discover Boating, NMMA promotes boating directly to consumers to increase boating participation and enhance the boating experience for current boaters.
  • Public Relations: NMMA acts as the industry’s voice, representing its interests to the media and other public entities to ensure accurate and informed stories and portrayals.
  • Consumer Events: NMMA produces boat and sport shows in key North American markets to provide quality sales venues for exhibitors and consumers.
  • Trade Events: NMMA co-owns/produces the International BoatBuilders’ Exhibition and Conference (IBEX) to generate business opportunities for marine companies.
  • International Trade: NMMA offers information and services to help members expand into the global marketplace. Members can also leverage the CanExport program which offers government funding to offset the costs associated with participating in select shows around the world.
  • Product Certification: NMMA maintains boat, trailer and oil certification programs to promote safety and help manufacturers produce quality products.
  • Customer Satisfaction: NMMA assists the industry in continuously improving customer satisfaction with the purchase, delivery, product, use and after-sale experiences through CSI (Consumer Satisfaction Index) and Marine Five Star Dealer Certification programs.
  • Marketing Resources: Discover Boating marketing tools and consumer outreach to increase your visibility and grow your business
  • Industry Updates: Newsletters, email updates, and the NMMA website keep you up to date on issues vital to the success of your business, including critical legislative and regulatory updates, and the growth of the marine industry.
  • Standards and Regulations: Critical updates on product standards, including expert advice and technical support to ensure your products meet all applicable standards.
  • Access to NMMA staff and industry experts

To learn more about joining NMMA Canada, please contact Sylvie Quenneville.