Corporate Sponsorship

The Mahone Bay Classic Boat Festival could not take place without the generous support of the community and our sponsors. We thank them for their generosity and encourage all Festival visitors to show their appreciation by supporting their businesses. Just look for the Festival display card in shop windows.

Title Sponsor

  • The Democracy 250 initiative has been established to recognize Nova Scotia’s pioneering role in shaping the evolution of democracy in Canada by establishing the first representative government in our country. The aim is to recognize the importance of this significant achievement internationally, nationally and within the Province, as a way to celebrate our democratic traditions and achievements over the past 250 years, and to generate a greater appreciation of the value and importance of how democracy has positively influenced our lives and our nation’s prosperity.


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Gold Sponsor

  • Welcome to South Shore Now - Your one stop South Shore Nova Scotia online directory. Check out our new news, sports and entertainment webcasts too.


  • The Mug & Anchor is a quaint English pub that caters to highwaymen and seafarers alike. Located in Historic Old Maders Wharf in Mahone Bay, we offer harbourside dining, with our extensive menu or a pint of ale at our well stocked bar. 902-624-6378

    With a brewing heritage that pre-dates confederation, The Alexander Keith Family in Halifax, Nova Scotia has one of the oldest brewing histories in Canada.


  • Nova Scotia Building Supplies carry a large range of DIY products in store including hardware & tools. We also can provide wood, custom mill work, kitchen design, shed kits, flooring installations,paints, and local delivery.
  • The Town of Mahone Bay was first settled in 1754 and was incorporated as a town in 1919. The town boundaries and population have changed little over the past two hundred and fifty years. We have a reputation of being friendly, welcoming and are eager to share our heritage and relaxed way of life.
  • Transom Boat Works is a full-service boat building and repair shop experienced in tradtional wood, composite and fibreglass boats.and is the official boatshop of the Mahone Bay Civic Marina.

  • ALC is a trusted gaming innovator that puts its customers at the heart of its business. We are proud and passionate employees who know that our success is making a difference in Atlantic Canadian communities.


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Silver Sponsor

  • For over 35 years, Mahone Insurance Group has been serving the people and businesses of the South Shore with offices located in Mahone  Bay, Lunenburg, Chester & Hubbards and our newest branch is in  Bridgewater.  We offer convenient and professional service in Marine, Home, Auto,  Business and Travel insurance. We are proud of our team and  appreciate our many local clients.


  • Bailly's Fuels family owned & operated  business supplying home heating, automatic delivery & burner services. Servicing Lunenburg County since  1923 and a sponsor of the boat festival for 10 years. (902) 634-4487


  • Lions are an international network of 1.3 million men and women in 200 countries and geographic areas who work together to answer the needs that challenge communities around the world.

  • At Kinburn Pharmasave, you are more than just a prescription. Serving the community for over 80 years with superior and quality health care products & services. Come in and ask our Pharmacists about your everyday health!


  • Amos Pewter designs and handcrafts pewter gifts and keepsakes in an open studio located in Mahone Bay.The workshop is designed so that customers can interact with craftspeople.Jewlery, collectible ornaments, picture frames, candle holders and much more... 


  • East Coast Outfitters (E.C.O.) is a community based outdoor resource centre featuring premier quality guided sea kayak tours, coastal hiking, whitewater kayaking and canoeing, skills and safety training, and equipment rentals. We give visitors a chance to learn about the natural and cultural history of the area through experiential discovery.


  • Nova Scotia's beautiful landscape, diverse cultures and rich heritage add tremendous value to our quality of life and position us as a world-class destination for Canadian and international travelers.  The Tourism Division functions include planning and development, marketing and operations.  The Heritage Division mission is to protect, enhance, and celebrate heritage for all Nova Scotians and for future generations.  The Culture Division's mission is to develop and promote cultural resources and artistic expression, in partnership with and for Nova Scotians.


  • Mount Gay Rums are created with unique craftsmanship - a marriage of artistic creativity and science - which is close to the traditional golden rum manufacturing process, but differs from other producers in five distinctive ways:  the best molasses; the purest coral water; a unique distllation process; aging in Kentucky oak barrels; and the art of our "Master Blender".


  • EastLink, named one of Canada's 50 Best Managed companies, delivers  Cable/Digital Cable, High Speed Internet and Telephone service to  customers throughout Atlantic Canada. In 2000, EastLink became the  first communications and entertainment company in North America to  Bundle its products together giving customers more savings and  value. The EastLink Watch, Surf & Talk Bundle continues to be one  of the most popular offerings today and includes: EastLink Digital  Cable, with Digital Theme Paks and over 200 Digital channels for  great entertainment; High Speed Extreme 15 - one of the fastest  Internet speeds in North America*, and EastLink Telephone, with  great savings on local service and access great long distance plans  available exclusively to EastLink Telephone customers. For more  information on EastLink products and services, please visit  eastlink.ca.

    *One of the fastest in North America refers to consistent ranking  among the top 5 ISPs in North America by broadbandreports.com.


  • Oak Island Resort is a premiere full-service resort and convention centre nestled along the beautiful South Shore of Nova Scotia. Our four star property has 107 guestrooms and 13 chalets, over 8,000 feet of convention space, a full-service spa and on-site Marina.


  • Mailman & Kelley are a leading supplier of marine construction services in the South Shore. Performing both large and small projects we provide coastal and island services to meet various needs.


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Bronze Sponsor

  • Commercial Tent Rentals, your full service event specialist! Our service is tops!  We are the largest established tent rental company east of Montreal. Our tent inventory ranges from sizes suited for a backyard barbecue of 20, to a sit-down dinner for thousands.


  • Hugh Wilson, Greg Flinn, and Trevor Sinclair - Investment Advisors.
    'Customized solutions to meet your financial needs'
    Bridgewater, NS (902) 543-9882


  • Only are boats are inflated - not our prices! Quality, inflatable boats that are attractive, practical & affordable.

  • Lunenburg Hardware serves Lunenburg and area with everyday hardware supplies and services. We also have extensive Marine hardware and maintenence supplies and are an authorized Canadian Hydrographic Services chart dealer.


  • The staff of the South Shore Truck Centre are dedicated to upholding a high standard of service to you, the customer.  We work on all makes of heavy trucks. If you have any questions regarding parts or service of your vehicles, Please give us a call at (902)543 0034.


  • South Shore Ready Mix is your supplier of ready mix concrete, concrete block, brick, interlocking pavers, retaining wall systems and much more! In the concrete business since 1965 on the south shore of Nova Scotia, our goal is and has always been to supply our customers with the highest quality ready mix concrete, concrete products and aggregate. Our product lines have expanded over the years and we can presently supply you with almost all of your concrete needs.


  • South Shore Sand & Gravel is a locally owned and operated company manufacturing aggregate for use in ready mix concrete, asphalt and other types of construction and road building applications. The company has been operating at its Windsor Road location since its inception in 1980.


  • South Shore Concrete Products is a division of South Shore Ready Mix, a locally owned and operated company. It has been manufacturing concrete products for over 20 years from its Chester location.


  • Save Easy for your local groceries, fresh produce, hot food & selection of household products!  Check out our new web site.


  • CKBW is South Shore's best variety! Contact us today for details on how you can promote your business with the power of radio. Our team of sales professionals want to give you a chance at reaching the people who are listening to their radio every day.


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Special Sponsor

  • Bluenose II will be in Mahone Bay for the festival.
    We would like to thank the Captain, Crew, Lunenburg Marine Museum Society & the Goverment of Nova Scotia for their time & support.
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BECOME A SPONSOR - for more details click here!
The Mahone Bay Classic Boat Festival offers an opportunity for your organization to reach over 25,000 visitors on-site, as well as thousands more through our cooperative advertising. If you would like to take advantage of this opportunity and be a part of this high profile event, please use our contact form and select "Sponsorship Opportunities"