8 notable Canadian boat-manufacturers

Here are 8 notable Canadian boat-manufacturers. I highlight each with key info and why they’re considered among the largest/important in Canada.

8 notable Canadian boat-manufacturers

Company

HQ / Province

Notes and significance

KingFisher Boats

Vernon, B.C.

Builds heavy-gauge welded aluminium boats for lake/river/coastal. Recognised as one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies.

Princecraft Boats Inc.

Princeville, Québec

Founded 1954; uses H36 aluminium; offers pontoon, fishing, deck boats.  

Legend Boats

Ontario (Greater Sudbury area)

Described as “one of Canada’s largest boat companies” and fastest-growing Canadian brand.  

Silver Streak Boats Ltd.

Sooke, B.C.

Specialises in all-welded aluminium boats since 1987, strong niche on West Coast.  

Campion Marine Inc.

British Columbia

Designs/manufactures family/cruiser/fishing boats.  

Hike Metal

Ontario

Custom boat builder, known for blending advanced marine tech + craftsmanship; referenced as a key Canadian boat manufacturer.  

MetalCraft Marine Incorporated

Kingston, Ontario

Builds aluminum boats (including workboats/patrol/fire boats) – though more industrial/commercial, still part of Canadian boat-manufacturing landscape.  

Jasper Marine Boats Ltd.

British Columbia

Smaller scale but high quality welded aluminium boats; shows breadth of Canadian manufacturers.  

 

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