Water Methods TV, a North American boating TV collection, has named Peterborough and the Kawarthas in central Ontario because the inaugural winner of its “Destination of the Year” award.
The award acknowledges communities that convey “world-class boating experiences” to space residents and guests. The area is positioned 90 minutes northeast of the Larger Toronto Space.
Water Methods TV explores life on and across the water, together with methods to discover and worldwide locations and extra. The present was created and is hosted by award-winning broadcaster Steven Bull who additionally serves as government producer. Bull can also be a sports activities host with CBC Morning Reside with Heather Hiscox.
Season 2 of the present debuted on International TV in six provinces within the fall 2023. It additionally airs on America’s Boating Channel and the Sportsman Channel Canada.
“We genuinely believe that some memories can’t be made on land,” Bull stated. “Peterborough and the Kawarthas caught our eye in 2024 by welcoming the latest base for world’s largest fleet of luxurious houseboats, Le Boat, whereas additionally opening the gorgeous new waterfront Canadian Canoe Museum which homes the world’s largest assortment of paddled watercraft.
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“These incredible boat-based attractions add to the already storied history of the region which features the world’s highest hydraulic Peterborough Lift Lock and some of the most beautiful and popular waters along the entire 9,500-kilometre-long ‘Great Loop.’ This certainly sets the bar high.”
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Bull stated that because the winner of the award, the area may have a complete episode devoted to its waters in a brand new Ontario-based collection this September.
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“Ontario is a fitting launch for our slate of new regional shows and will celebrate destinations from Toronto to Temiskaming, and experiences from wakesurfing to walleye fishing, yachting to kayaking,” Bull stated. “If you’re floating, you’re boating and we want to share your stories.”
Joe Rees, director of tourism with Peterborough & the Kawarthas Financial Growth (PKED), stated it’s an honour for the area to obtain the inaugural award. PKED is the lead regional financial growth company for Peterborough metropolis and county.
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“As the official destination marketing organization for the City of Peterborough and Peterborough County, our team works diligently to position the waterway and recreational boating at the heart of our story,” he stated, including that “2024 is an incredible year for Peterborough and the Kawarthas and this recognition couldn’t have arrived at a more celebratory moment for our sought-after destination.”
Neil Lumsden, Ontario’s Minister of Tourism, Tradition and Sport, stated the award celebrates the area’s “thriving boating culture,” which he stated, “has for decades motivated locals and visitors alike to take to its waters to explore the region’s natural beauty and wealth of recreational opportunities on offer.”
“I am proud that Waters Ways: Ontario will showcase the best boating destinations across our province and the small business owners and operators that continue to connect us to the water, benefitting local economies and reinforcing Ontario’s reputation as a choice destination for endless adventure,” Lumsden stated.
Rick Layzell, CEO of Boating Ontario Affiliation, stated the present’s new Ontario-based collection will “shine a positive light” on the province’s leisure boating alternatives.
“Boating Ontario members have a ground floor opportunity to engage with this new series and benefit from the anticipated consumer engagement,” he stated.
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