July 24, 2006
ECONOMIC IMPACT STUDY 2007

The Canadian Discover Boating program is set to launch an update of the highly-successful, first-ever Economic Impact Study of Recreational Boating, which was completed in 2003.
The study will encompass all facets of recreational boating in Canada, as well as the economic impact recreational boating has on the tourism industry. With the changes in world trade patterns and the shift in the value of Canada's currency, the report promises to provide considerable insight into the economic impact of Canada's recreational boating industry.
Genesis Public Opinion Research Inc., author of the 2003 study, together with Smith/Gunther Associates, has been retained to conduct the 2007 study.
Research for the new project will begin immediately, with a report expected during the second quarter of 2007.

All members of the Canadian recreational boating industry are urged to co-operate in this program. The key to a successful update will be additional data supplied by our industry. All data received will be treated
in confidence.

Your participation is essential!!
Starting August 1, 2006, an on-line survey will be conducted with wet and dry marinas and boat dealers across Canada. Your input is very important make this report a reality.

For more information please contact Pat Nelder at the AMTA office, phone 877-595-2682