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Wags on the Water
We understand that your four-legged family members may love spending time by the water just as much as you do. That’s why we have a
Dock Stories – Summer House Park
Welcome to Summer House Park, a family-owned camping resort on Miller Lake, one of the largest inland lakes on the Bruce Peninsula. There are a
Dock Or Deck? You Decide
Welcome to the world where innovation meets outdoor living! As adventurers and homebodies alike seek new ways to enhance their outdoor spaces, we at CanadaDocks
Standing Docks VS Floating Docks
If you’re considering building or buying a dock, one of the first decisions you’ll need to make is whether you want a floating or standing
How To Anchor Your Dock
Anchoring your dock is the most important step in building and installing your new CanadaDocks system. It is a requirement to have sufficient anchoring to
The 2020 Holiday Wish List
Holiday shopping just got a whole lot easier. Here is our gift guide for that special someone who lives for life on the dock. Put
How To Store Your Dock This Winter
The time has come once again to remove your dock from the water. We always advise removing your dock for the winter. Find out why
The 2020 Winter Almanac Report
You might be wondering how many more surprises 2020 can bring. We all know how unpredictable our winters can be, and how much it can
Can My Dock Be Left in the Water During Winter?
One of the most common questions we are asked here at CanadaDocks is “Can I leave my dock in the water over winter?”. We ALWAYS
Should You Rent Out Your Cottage? Things To Consider
People choose to rent their cottage for a variety of reasons. A shared family cottage becomes a source of supplemental income. An investment now becomes
More Ways To Make S’mores
The ultimate campfire treat has gotten a major upgrade thanks in large part to bloggers and Instagram foodies. Be your own creative genius and create
Buyers Guide To Ladders & Stairs
CanadaDocks carries 5 different types of ladders and stairs. Learn more about each one and discover which is the right one for you. When choosing
Must Have Accessories For Boaters
You have the right dock, you have the dream boat, now you need to make sure you have all the right accessories to make your
Get Your Dock Rolling With Wheel Kits
There is no better feeling than sitting on your dock, leaving all of your responsibilities behind and having fun on the water. CanadaDocks wants to
Civic Holiday 2020 Accessories Spotlight
Cheers to the long weekend! We hope you have a fantastic long weekend on your dock. Sit back, grab a drink, and enjoy this long
Celebrate Canada Day 2020
This will be a Canada Day unlike anything we’ve experienced and we want to celebrate our wonderful country with our closest family and friends. It
Accessible Docks
CanadaDocks dock kits are designed to suit every age and ability. It is our mandate to ensure that everyone can have fun on the water.
Buyers Guide To Solar Lights
Solar lights are often the finishing touch to your dock. Not only do they make the dock look fantastic at night, they are one of
Small Watercraft Storage Done Right
Getting out on the water in a kayak, paddle board or canoe is one of the greatest summer activities. There is no better feeling that
Buyers Guide To Dock Bumpers
Dock Bumpers are the must have item for all boat and dock owners. We want to make sure you are protecting your dock and boat
Victoria Day Weekend – Get Ready For Summer
We encourage everyone to stay safe and abide by their provincial restrictions when it comes to visiting their waterfront property. Information on cottage and marina
Spring Dock Installation Tips & Tricks
The days are getting longer, and the feeling of spring is in the air. It’s the time to start planning to get your dock back
Spring Cleaning Your Dock
Once your pride and joy of your cottage is back in the water, it’s time to make sure it is in the best possible condition.
Dock Stories – The Hill’s Cottage on Brady Lake
A gift to celebrate the past and make a promise for the future For the past 22 years, Colin and Elaine Hill and their daughters,
Social Distancing With A View
The world is going through an unprecedented time. It is easy to feel anxious and overwhelmed. But it is also an incredible opportunity to stop
Dock Stories – The Hidden Gem At Pier 31
Step into the community at Pier 31, in Belleville, Ontario and you’ll find yourself transported into a charming waterfront village. With a lakefront to rival
The New CanadaDocks 2020 Anodized Series
The iconic triangle truss design that has set the standard for the dock industry has just got a major upgrade. Introducing The 2020 Anodized Series
How To Make A Dock Fly
HOW DO YOU GET A 380 SQ. FT. DOCK TO A FLY-IN FISHING VILLAGE? YOU MAKE SURE IT’S A CANADADOCKS DOCK KIT AND THE REST
Transforming a Harbour in Marathon, Ontario
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2N5Q8d2E404 CanadaDocks revitalized a marina with a 2,000 sq. ft. dock kit. Welcome to Marathon, Ontario, a quaint fishing town at the northeasternmost point
Dock Stories – The Heart of the Cottage with Ela & Cameron
For many families, a cottage is built on tradition. A lifetime of memories passed on and experienced by a multitude of generations. The Snodden family
Fall Cottage Activities You’ve Been Waiting For All Summer
Fall is here in full force. The leaves are changing and everything is pumpkin spice flavoured. The cooler temperatures are offering a welcome relief from
Top 10 Things to do this Labour Day Weekend
It’s that time of year again to enjoy one last long weekend celebration at the cottage before the seasons change. If you’re expecting a big group
Are You Handling Your Canadian Flag Properly?
Many cottagers in Canada fly a Canadian flag at the end of their dock or along their shoreline. However, many Canadians are not aware that
Can I Fly My Drone At The Cottage?
A drone can make a great Father’s Day gift. However, there is much more than just opening up the box and flying. Small Remotely Piloted
5 Must Have New Dock Accessories for Spring 2019
Paddle Board Holder De-clutter your dock. Cottage toys are fun but require proper storage to prevent your dock from becoming an obstacle course. Our paddle
10 Tips For Closing The Cottage For Winter
Closing up the cottage can be a daunting task if you are unsure of what needs to be done. Ensuring that your cottage is properly
Preparing Your Dock For Winter
Floating Docks One of the most common questions we get from customers is “Can we leave our dock in over the winter?”. The question is
Why Autumn is a Good Time to Purchase a New Dock
When Labour Day passes and less time is spent at the cottage, the plan to replace an old broken dock is put on the back
5 Must Have Dock Accessories
Dock accessories are a key ingredient to your dock set-up. They are often a less than glamorous item but have a very important function to
10 Things to Do at the Cottage on Labour Day Weekend
The last long weekend of the summer is upon us. This doesn’t mean the summer is over completely as children go back to school and
Anchoring Your Dock
READ OUR NEW DOCK ANCHORING BLOG Anchoring is often the most overlooked part of a dock installation and also one of the most important. How
Happy Canada Day
Canada Day weekend for many is the official start to summer. The kids have said goodbye to another school year and everyone is itching to
Fishing From The Dock
Fishing at the cottage is the favourite pastime for many cottagers. There is something extremely relaxing about tossing a line into the lake to shed
Photo Contest
2017 Photo Contest Winner: Michael and Jennifer Beaudette – Lake Clear Honourable Submissions:
Lake CanadaDocks™
For many years, our team at CanadaDocks have discussed the idea of creating a man-made pond at our head office for product testing. On Friday,
Manitouwabing Lake
In every occupation a change of pace can be beneficial. Whether its a week off to recharge your batteries or simply a change of routine,
Do-It-Yourself Series | Dock Cleats
For the do-it-yourselfers out there, today we are going to cover the installation of dock cleats. As far as installations go the dock cleat is
Toronto Island Autumn Dock Install
Installing a dock in November in Canada is not for the faint of heart. Lucky for us at CanadaDocks™ the weather has been more fitting
2015 Barrie Dragon Boat Festival
CanadaDocks™ was proud to sponsor the 2015 Barrie Dragon Boat Festival. It’s been an honor to partner with a community event that supports such great
Floating Docks in Downtown Toronto
Floating Docks Assembled and Delivered CanadaDocks™ is proud to ship our easy to assemble Do-It-Yourself dock system across North America. We have customers from east
Ontario Docks – Made and Sold Right Here
Made in China? Not These Ontario Docks! CanadaDocks™ is a proud to make and sell Ontario Docks across North America, all of our products are
Installing Floating Docks in Ontario
CanadaDocks™ dock systems have always been easy to assemble and install. Our instructions and modular design allow our customers to fully assemble the system for
A Dock Fit for the Pan Am Games | Toronto Dock Installation
This year Toronto is hosting the 64th Pan Am Games and 5th Parapan Am Games, and CanadaDocks™ is glad to help! The Toronto Pan Am
A Day on Lake Simcoe | Installing Standing Docks
One of the key focal points and highlights of living on a lake is a having a dock out on the water. What can be
A New Take on Pressure Treated Decking
Decking Troubles Up until recently, pressure treated wood could simply not be used to deck an aluminum dock. Traditional pressure treatment, Alkaline Copper Quaternary (ACQ)
CanadaDocks™ Debuts it’s First Television Commercial
In partnership with Wild TV’s Maximum Limit Fishing, CanadaDocks™ is proud to debut its first ever television commercial. Filmed in the beautiful Brady Lake of
Why Aluminum Docks?
At CanadaDocks™ we sometimes hear customers ask “why aluminum docks?” and it’s a fair question. Why didn’t we make our docks out of steel or
Why Lift When You Can Roll | Dock Wheel Kit
Here at CanadaDocks™ we pride ourselves in innovation, each year we work to improve and add to our already excellent product line and this year
2014 Barrie Dragon Boat Festival on CTV News
CanadaDocks™ has been a proud supporter of the Barrie Dragon Boat Festival for the past 6 years! It’s been amazing to see the festival grow
Docks fit for a Dragon: CanadaDocks™ at the Barrie Dragon Boat Festival
The highly anticipated Barrie Dragon Boat Festival is back in full force on August 22nd and it’s sure to be packed with adrenaline. With an