The majority of boat owners have vessels ranging from 14 to 24 feet, but all members share a love of boats and boating. To become a member of Canadian Power and Sail Squadrons, a prospect must take the Boating Course and successfully complete the examination. Every individual, regardless of previous experience, has had to qualify in this manner. CPS is proud of its reputation of having no shortcuts to membership. Social activities are a large part of the fun of boating, and CPS regards this as an important aspect of membership.
Squadrons organize cruises during the season and various social events each winter.
As a member, you can participate in activities at the Squadron, District or National levels, serve as a proctor or instructor at the local level, serve on the executive at any level, or simply attend the many parties, movie nights, visits to marine installations, dances, conferences and cruises. The concept spread across the U.S. and sailors in Windsor, Ontario heard about it from their neighbors across the river in Detroit. Classes began in Windsor during the winter of 1937-38, and Windsor Power Squadron the first in Canada was formed in 1938. After the war the Squadrons began to expand rapidly across the country. Letters patent under the Companies Act were issued in October 1947 and the Canadian Power Squadrons flag was adopted at a meeting that November.