Joining Sugarloaf Marina
Those interested in a slip at Surgarloaf Marina must complete the New Boater Application.
2026 Rates and Fees
Note - All charges/ft. are for length of boat or length of dock-whichever is greater. Payment in full, valid insurance documentation on file, and a signed contract/agreement is required before the boat goes in the water, or storage. All seasonal and transient dock rates are subject to a 2% Port Colborne Marine Auxiliary Rescue (POCOMAR) fee.
Slip Fees
- Boats 16-19 ft. (optional service): $57.75/ft.
- Boats 20-26 ft. (optional service): $76.50/ft.
- Boats 27-34 ft. (serviced): $90.00/ft.
- Boats 35-60 ft. (serviced): $94.50/ft.
- Use of 15A/110V Power: $115.00
- Use of 30A Shore Power: $306.00
- Boats 16-19 ft. (optional service): $52.00/ft.
- Boats 20-26 ft. (optional service): $66.00/ft.
Minimal service docks only. Must be same owner.
- Boats 16-19 ft: $325.00
- Boats 20-26 ft: $355.00
- Security Card Deposit: $25.00
- Non-Registered Boat (Daily): $1.65/ft. (For any boat found in a slip or storage that is without proper registration with marina office or has balances owning. Based on LOA of boat or dock, whichever is greater)
- Missed Appointment/Unprepared: $125.00
- Administrative/Cancellation: $25.00
- Dock Hold Deposit: 20% (To hold same slip for following season)
- Interest Charges (Monthly): 1.25%
- First-Time Customer Incentive: 10% Discount (One time only for new seasonal customers. Must be paid in full by February 15)
- Early Bird Discount: 5% Discount (Based on payment of summer launch/mooring fees by February 15 annually)
- Same Well/Non-Designated Space: 50% of first dock fee (Only available for use directly beside oversized vessels or non-designated docking spaces. Must be same owner/registrant. Approved spaces are not guaranteed to carry over annually and must be approved by marina management)
- Seasonal Anglers’ Discount: 40% Discount (For dockage from April 15-June 15 OR August 15-October 15. Minimal service docks only)
- Daily: $2.47/ft.
- Canal Days Daily (MondayMonday): $3.00/ft.
- Weekly: $13.75/ft.
- Monthly: $33.55/ft.
- Tournament/Regatta Discount: 40% Discount (Must show proof of registration in tournament/regatta at time of payment.)
Storage Fees
- All Inclusive (Seasonal Customers): $3.18/sq.ft. ($1155.00 minimum) Includes fall haul out, power wash*, blocking/cradle setup. *Powerwash included for boats with anti-fouling paint on hull. Oversized boats (>42' in length) or those without anti-fouling on hull may result in applicable charges.
- Winter Storage (Seasonal Customers): $1.98/sq.ft. ($550.00 minimum) Customer's own trailer, no marina services.
- Winter Storage (Non-Seasonal Customers): $6.33/sq.ft
- Early Bird Discount: 5% discount based on payment of winter storage/yard fees by September 15 annually.
- Seasonal Customer* *Eligible with payment in full on dock and winter storage from previous season, and deposit on dock for following season.
- Full Season (April 15-October 15): $3.18/sq.ft. ($550.00 minimum)
- Non-Seasonal Customer
- Full Season (April 15-October 15): $6.33/sq.ft.
- Monthly: $1.12/sq.ft.
- Weekly: $0.28/sq.ft.
Boat Handling/Yard Fees
Seasonal slip holder status is based on payment in full for dockage during current season.
- Seasonal Slip Holder: $11.21/ft.
- Non-Seasonal Slip Holder: $12.00/ft.
- ($225.00 minimum)
- Seasonal Slip Holder: $86.00/hr.
- Non-Seasonal Slip Holder: $107.00/hr.
- Seasonal Slip Holder: $6.03/ft.
- Non-Seasonal Slip Holder: $7.24/ft.
- Seasonal Slip Holder: $2.88/ft.
- Non-Seasonal Slip Holder: $3.30/ft.
- Seasonal Slip Holder: $125.00/hr.
- Non-Seasonal Slip Holder: $145.00/hr.
- Seasonal Slip Holder: $84.00/hr.
- Non-Seasonal Slip Holder: $105.00/hr.
- Seasonal Slip Holder: $4.15/ft.
- Non-Seasonal Slip Holder: $6.40/ft.
- Seasonal Slip Holder: $1.81/ft.
- Non-Seasonal Slip Holder: $3.45/ft.
- Seasonal Slip Holder: $115.00
- Non-Seasonal Slip Holder: $200.00
- Seasonal Slip Holder: Free
- Non-Seasonal Slip Hold: $15.00
Rules and Regulations
- Sugarloaf Marina has a Zero Tolerance for Harassment policy. In addition to personal responsibility, boaters docking at the Marina are responsible and punishable for all invitees including, but not limited to, family, friends, crew members or contractors. Anyone found in breach of Sugarloaf Marina’s Code of Conduct will be subject to suspension or termination.
- Suspension or termination will also apply to any noisy, unlawful, disorderly, offensive, indecent, or improper conduct by the Owner or any invitee of the Owner; The Marina will eject anyone, in the opinion of the Marina, engaging in behaviour that may injure any person, cause damage to property, or have the potential to harm the reputation of the Marina.
- The Marina reserves the right to request boats be moved to different locations within the Marina other than original contracted spaces. The Marina reserves the right to tow, or move boats that have been requested to be moved, or under circumstances deemed appropriate by the Marina.
- The Owner is required to notify the marina when leaving for an extended cruise or period of time in excess of twenty-four (24) hours. During such times, the Marina reserves the right to rent the slip out. Fees from such rentals are not owed back to the dock holder by means of discount or pro-rated docking fees in any case.
- Short-term rentals are prohibited within the Marina.
- All boats in the Marina must be in seaworthy condition; boats that are not able to operate under their own power are prohibited from being in the Marina.
- Any use of shore power, or extension cords within the Marina must meet designated electrical safety standards. Cords must not hang into the water and are to always be secured. Owners found using electrical service that is not paid for within seasonal fees will have their cords removed and will be billed accordingly.
- It is the owner’s responsibility to ensure maintenance of boats while in the Marina. The Marina is not responsible for maintaining or rescuing boats. If a boat sinks within the Marina, the Marina may have the boat rescued and removed from the Marina at the Owner’s risk and expense.
- No one shall moor to any of the docking facilities without first paying all required fees, as wells as signing related mooring agreements and providing a copy of valid insurance with a minimum of $2,000,000 liability coverage to the Marina.
- The Marina reserves the right to take possession of and hold any boats found within the Marina that are not registered, and/or have not satisfied all docking requirements prior to mooring until all said requirements are met.
- Generators, engines, radios, etc. shall be operated in a manner that does not cause a nuisance to others. The Marina’s quiet hours are between 11:00 p.m. and 7:00 a.m. and excessive noise is prohibited. Although quiet hours begin at 11:00 p.m., common courtesy is 24 hours.
- Open alcohol is prohibited everywhere within the Marina except for personal vessels or licensed event areas.
- Obstructing pathways on the docks by congregating or storing personal belongings is strictly prohibited. Social gatherings must be limited to the provided social spaces, or personal vessels only.
- Smoking is prohibited in areas indicated by posted signage.
- Speed limits within the Marina shall be observed and boat speed shall not cause a wake.
- Tenders (seadoos, jet skis, canoes, kayaks, zodiacs, etc.) shall not infringe on any other slip that is not assigned to the Owner.
- The boat shall be secured to the dock with adequate lines. The Owner shall renew damaged lines upon the request of the Marina, or the Marina will replace lines and the owner will be responsible for all applicable costs.
- No structures of any kind shall be constructed or attached to the Marina docks in any way without the written consent of the Marina.
- No areas within Marina facilities, including but not limited to, docks and all associated infrastructure, are to be modified without consent of the Marina. The Marina will remove any personal decorations, structures, carpeting, or anything of the like at the Owner’s sole expense.
- No dock box may be attached to the Marina docks without consent of the Marina. A dock box installed with the consent of the Marina shall be constructed and installed to the standards as set by the Marina.
- Dock boxes and/or all other personal belongings must be removed from the Marina docks at the end of the term of the season or the Marina will remove and dispose of items.
- The Marina may deny access to any person who is unable to supply adequate documentation or disclose a legitimate purpose for such attendance and access to Marina facilities. Security access cards are issued at the beginning of each season, and returned at the end of the season, generally April 15-October 15.
- Security access cards are not to be transferred or shared with anyone other than the designated card holders.
- Dock gates exist to enhance privacy and security and must always remain closed.
- Dock carts are a shared amenity for everyone within the Marina to have access to. Return all carts to the designated storing areas after use.
- Owners and guests are responsible for all personal customs and immigrations matters.
- Propane or any open flame barbeques or cooking devices are prohibited on all Marina docks. Electric barbeques are provided on the picnic/social docks.
- Transferring of fuel on the docks is prohibited. Fuel may be transferred only at the designated fuel dock location.
- Swimming is prohibited in all areas of the Marina.
- Young children must always be accompanied by adults, and must always wear life jackets while on the docks.
- Fishing off the docks, or on Marina grounds is strictly prohibited except for in the designated fishing areas and docks north of the pedestrian bridge connecting Marina grounds and H.H. Knoll Lakeview Park.
- Urinating or defecating off the docks or on the Marina grounds is prohibited.
- Littering, including littering into the water, is prohibited.
- Disposal of any items other than standard waste and recycling items is prohibited.
- Boats and dock slip areas are to be always kept in presentable condition. There will be zero tolerance for excessive clutter or refuse on, or around boats.
- Parking spaces are only to be used while boats are in use. Overnight parking while not on boats is prohibited.
- Oversized vehicles are prohibited from overnight or long-term parking at the Marina. The Marina reserves the right to refuse or direct parking privileges to any vehicle larger than a standard passenger vehicle.
- Personal mail addressed to the Marina is prohibited unless written approval from the Marina has been provided.
- The Marina uses email as the primary form of communication to customers. Any Owner choosing not to provide an email address to the Marina will be responsible for obtaining any important information or communications themselves. Owners are required to notify the Marina of any changes in email or primary addresses.
- The Marina will place a Lien on any property within the Marina that has outstanding debts owing to the Marina in respect of the use of dock slips, storage spaces, or any other expense incurred by or to the Marina on behalf of the Owner. The Marina may give notice of the Lien to the Owner, subject to the Repairs and Storage Liens Act, R.S.O. 1990,c R.25.