Maritime Radio with DSC - Classroom
Suggested Prerequisite None
Details Students will meet in a classroom either 1 evening per week or for an all-day course on the weekend. Printed or Ebook course material will be distributed to the students. Students will write the examination at the end of the course. If the student passes they will receive a temporary certificate.
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Start Date: May 2nd, 2026
Start Time: 9:04 AM
Contact:
Mary Ridgewell
(902) 463-2108
ridgewm@eastlink.ca
Address:
Dartmouth Yacht Club
Room# Convoy Hall
697 Windmill Road
DARTMOUTH, NS
Class Status: 4 Seats remaining
Additional Information
Course runs from 0900 to 1600. This course gives you your Restricted Operators Certificate (ROCM). Members' price is for members of CanBoat - Canadian Power and Sail Squadron.
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Start Date: May 5th, 2026
Start Time: 6:30 PM
Contact:
David Bannister
(519) 614-1201
dab@brucetelecom.com
Address:
virtual: via ZOOM
Room# n/a
n/a
GODERICH, ON
Class Status: 15 Seats remaining
Additional Information
This course will be offered using Zoom (or comparable) technology. It will be two evenings, May 5 and 7 for 3 hours starting at 6:30 pm Eastern. The required exam will be arranged with the examiner f... Read moreollowing the course completion. Whenever possible, the ebook is recommended. If ordering the printed book, please register early in order to receive your printed manual in a timely manner. Host Instructor Windsor. If the minimum class size is not reached, the course may be postponed or cancelled.Read less
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Start Date: Jun 6th, 2026
Start Time: 10:00 AM
Contact:
Matthew Marsh
(343) 477-0241
cdr-kingston@cps-ecp.org
Address:
Collins Bay Marina
Room# SS Maria Clubhouse
1270 Coverdale Drive
KINGSTON, ON
Class Status: 11 Seats remaining
Additional Information
This in-class Maritime Radio course will be conducted 10am to 3pm on Saturday June 06 followed by a review and exam on Sunday June 07. Printed books will be given to those who have registered for one... Read more on at the first class of the course. --- Instructions for accessing an online study guide will be provided after registration. --- The course will be conducted in the SS Maria Clubhouse (by Dock D) at Collins Bay Marina Kingston, Ontario. (https://maps.app.goo.gl/GaEXK5Jns5Kquqhd8) --- CanBoat / Nauti Savoir reserves the right to cancel the class if there are insufficient students.Read less
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Maritime Radio DSC with Printed Book
Maritime Radio DSC with ePub
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Start Date: May 3rd, 2026
Start Time: 8:30 AM
Contact:
Alexa
(250) 390-3805
koraldanser@shaw.ca
Address:
Ladysmith Marina
Room# RCM-SAR Boathouse
901 Gladden Road
LADYSMITH, BC
Class Status: 0 Seats remaining
Additional Information
This class is taking place in Ladysmith. It is a one day course and the test will be taken at the end of the class. When the exam has been passed, a temporary certificate will be issued.
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Start Date: May 30th, 2026
Start Time: 9:00 AM
Contact:
Carl J Lee
(519) 433-8340
clee@odyssey.on.ca
Address:
Hully Gully
Room# Meeting Room, 2nd Floor
1795 Wharncliffe Road South
LONDON, ON
Class Status: 12 Seats remaining
Additional Information
PLEASE READ: This will be a 1 day Tutorial/Seminar course for the Maritime Radio course. It will be held at Hully Gully, 1705 Wharncliffe Rd. S., London, Ontario. Students should register early eno... Read moreugh to receive, read over and review the entire book. Then on the day of the Tutorial/Seminar, an instructor will review all the material and answer any questions. Students will then write the exam. Start at 09:00 a.m. and everything should be finished no later than 5:00 p.m.Read less
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Start Date: May 5th, 2026
Start Time: 6:30 PM
Contact:
Carl J Lee
(519) 433-8340
clee@odyssey.on.ca
Address:
virtual: via ZOOM
Room# n/a
n/a
LONDON, ON
Class Status: 15 Seats remaining
Additional Information
NOTE: this is a "virtual" class - via ZOOM or TEAMS 1. When ever possible, the eBook is recommended. 2. If ordering a printed book (if available, some courses only offer eBooks), please register earl... Read morey as it can sometimes take about 1 month after registering to receive your printed book. 3. If the minimum class size is not reached, the course may be postponed or cancelled.Read less
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Start Date: Jun 20th, 2026
Start Time: 8:30 AM
Contact:
Alexa Stochmal
(250) 390-3805
koraldanser@shaw.ca
Address:
virtual: via ZOOM
Room# n/a
n/a
NANAIMO, BC
Class Status: 18 Seats remaining
Additional Information
Thís class will take approximately 5 hours to complete using Zoom. There will be one 7 minute break during that time. The test will be scheduled separately and may or may not take place on the same... Read more day. Strongly advise that you opt for the Printed Manual.Read less
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Start Date: May 23rd, 2026
Start Time: 8:30 AM
Contact:
Alexa Stochmal
(250) 390-3805
koraldanser@shaw.ca
Address:
virtual: via ZOOM
Room# n/a
n/a
NANAIMO, BC
Class Status: 9 Seats remaining
Additional Information
Thís class will take approximately 5 hours to complete using Zoom. There will be one 7 minute break during that time. The test will be scheduled separately and may or may not take place on the same ... Read moreday. Strongly advise that you opt for the Printed Manual.Read less
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Start Date: May 5th, 2026
Start Time: 7:00 PM
Contact:
Mike Johnson
(905) 220-3358
mikecjohnson90@gmail.com
Address:
Oakville Power Boat Club
Room# Meeting Room
150 Water St
OAKVILLE, ON
Class Status: 13 Seats remaining
Additional Information
This is a classroom course that will also be broadcast to those that want a virtual classroom course as well! Do you really know, what you do not know? Maritime radio is a great way to connect to info... Read morermation and assistance from your location on the water. Anyone on board using the radio must have a Restricted Operator's Certificate (Maritime) (ROC(M)), that is the law, so this course could be a family affair! In addition to emergency radio procedures you'll discover the advantages of everyday operating techniques; the many uses of maritime radios, operation, phonetic alphabet, procedural words and phrases as well as Digital Selective Calling and the Global Maritime Distress and Safety System (DSC/GMDSS). Course takes place at the Oakville Power Boat Club. Classroom lectures take place 7pm until 10:00pm on Tuesday May 5 and 12th, 2026 with the exam on Tuesday May 19, 2026. A VHF radio simulator will be available to help develop your skills using an actual VHF radio.Read less
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Start Date: Jun 22nd, 2026
Start Time: 7:00 PM
Contact:
Mark Smith
(705) 689-4464
cpsorillia@gmail.com
Address:
virtual: via ZOOM
Room# n/a
n/a
ORILLIA, ON
Class Status: 20 Seats remaining
Additional Information
VHF marine radio virtual classroom, online, runs June 22,24,25 from 7-9pm EST. Final exam occurs online after classes, by appointment with the instructor. This government approved course includes zoo... Read morem access, course materials (ebook or paper book), support, online exam and license card upon successful completion. Please allow a reasonable time to mail paper book. Register on this site. Send questions to Orillia Squadron: cpsorillia@gmail.comRead less
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Start Date: Jul 27th, 2026
Start Time: 7:00 PM
Contact:
Mark Smith
(705) 689-4464
cpsorillia@gmail.com
Address:
virtual: via ZOOM
Room# n/a
n/a
ORILLIA, ON
Class Status: 20 Seats remaining
Additional Information
VHF Marine Radio virtual classroom runs July 27, 29, 30 from 7-9pm EST. Final online exam to follow classes by appointment with the instructor. This government approved course includes class zoom acce... Read moress, course materials (ebook or paper book), support, online exam and license card upon successful completion. Please allow reasonable time to mail the paper book. Register on this site. Send questions to Orillia Squadron: cpsorillia@gmail.comRead less
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Start Date: May 25th, 2026
Start Time: 7:00 PM
Contact:
Mark Smith
(705) 689-4464
cpsorillia@gmail.com
Address:
virtual: via ZOOM
Room# n/a
n/a
ORILLIA, ON
Class Status: 19 Seats remaining
Additional Information
VHF Marine Radio virtual classroom, online, runs May 25,27,28 from 7-9pm EST. Final online exam to follow after classes by appointment with the instructor. This government approved course includes cl... Read moreass zoom access, course materials (ebook or paper book), support, online exam and license card upon successful completion. Please allow reasonable time to mail the paper book. Register on this site. Send questions to Orillia Squadron: cpsorillia@gmail.comRead less
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Start Date: Oct 25th, 2026
Start Time: 10:00 AM
Contact:
Chris Morgan
(250) 552-0405
cmorgan250@hotmail.ca
Address:
TBD
Room# TBD
TBD
PRINCE GEORGE, BC
Class Status: 20 Seats remaining
Additional Information
This is a one-day class 10AM - 4 PM. We recommend that you order the printed book, as some students have reported problems accessing the ePub book. We reserve the right to cancel the class if sufficie... Read morent numbers are not achieved. Home show discount will expire May 31st so sign up today!Read less
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Maritime Radio DSC with Printed Book
Maritime Radio DSC with ePub
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Start Date: Apr 25th, 2026
Start Time: 9:00 AM
Contact:
Doug Stewart
(250) 549-5117
cpsokanagan@gmail.com
Address:
Sicamous RCM-SAR
Room# Training Room
Main Street
SICAMOUS, BC
Class Status: 3 Seats remaining
Additional Information
This Classroom course has been organized exclusively for the RCM-SAR Section 106, Shuswap.
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Start Date: May 5th, 2026
Start Time: 7:00 PM
Contact:
Joan Hicks
(519) 842-5618
canest@oxford.net
Address:
virtual: via ZOOM
Room# n/a
n/a
TILLSONBURG, ON
Class Status: 14 Seats remaining
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Start Date: Apr 25th, 2026
Start Time: 9:00 AM
Contact:
Peter Bennett
(604) 817-4165
training.radio@vpsboat.org
Address:
St. James Community Square
Room# 121
3214 West 10th Ave
VANCOUVER, BC
Class Status: 20 Seats remaining
Additional Information
This class is cancelled due to zero registrations. Our next classroom course is Saturday June 6. If you are interested in that class, please register by May 6, otherwise it may also be cancelled.
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Maritime Radio DSC with Printed Book
Maritime Radio DSC with ePub
Maritime Radio DSC - No Book option for a 2nd Family Member
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Start Date: Jun 6th, 2026
Start Time: 9:00 AM
Contact:
Peter Bennett
(604) 817-4165
training.radio@vpsboat.org
Address:
St. James Community Square
Room# 121
3214 West 10th Ave
VANCOUVER, BC
Class Status: 16 Seats remaining
Additional Information
This is a one-day class 9AM - 4 PM. We recommend that you order the printed book, as some students have reported problems accessing the ePub book. We reserve the right to cancel the class if suffici... Read moreent numbers are not achieved.Read less
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Start Date: Jun 2nd, 2026
Start Time: 7:00 PM
Contact:
Len Burton
(250) 656-6450
brentwoodbaysquadron@live.ca
Address:
Claremont Secondary School
Room# 135
980 Wesley Ave
VICTORIA, BC
Class Status: 30 Seats remaining
Additional Information
o operate a maritime radio, you need the certificate. It is the law! The Maritime Radio course teaches emergency radio procedures, as well as everyday operating techniques. Learn all about the uses o... Read moref marine radios, choice of frequencies, operation, phonetic alphabet, procedural words and phrases, as well as Digital Selective Calling and the Global Maritime Distress and Safety System, (DSC/GMDSS). All mariners, including recreational boaters, will want to take advantage of the many features and capabilities of this innovative form “automatic” radio. Secure your lifeline. Be sure that you and your family take the Maritime Radio course.Read less
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Start Date: May 5th, 2026
Start Time: 6:30 PM
Contact:
Joe Gatfield
(519) 257-0559
joegatfield@bell.net
Address:
virtual: via ZOOM
Room# n/a
n/a
WINDSOR, ON
Class Status: 9 Seats remaining
Additional Information
This course will be offered using Zoom technology. It will be two evenings long May 5 & 7 starting at 6:30PM Eastern for 3 hours each evening. The required exam will be arranged with the examiner fol... Read morelowing the course completion. Whenever possible, the ebook is recommended. If ordering the printed book, please register early in order to receive your printed manual in a timely manner. Host Instructor Windsor.Read less
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