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Energy Powersports is a Platinum BRP Dealer and full BRP‑authorized EV dealership, carrying the complete BRP lineup plus Mercury Marine, Alumacraft, Manitou, and Marlon trailers — with the largest BRP parts, accessories, and apparel inventory in Canada.

BRP brands

• Sea‑Doo — personal watercraft and Switch pontoon boats
• Ski‑Doo & Lynx — full snowmobile lineups
• Can‑Am Off‑Road — ATVs and side‑by‑sides
• Can‑Am On‑Road — Spyder, Ryker, and Canyon
• Can‑Am electric motorcycles — Pulse and Origin

Marine brands

• Mercury Marine — outboard engines across every horsepower class
• Alumacraft — full lineup of aluminum fishing boats
• Manitou — premium pontoon boats

Trailers & hauling

Marlon sled decks, PWC trailers, boat trailers, utility trailers, and transport accessories.

A full-service BRP dealership: new and pre-owned sales, a certified service department with 8 BRP-trained technicians, one of Canada's largest parts and apparel warehouses, and dedicated customer support.

Sales

• New BRP vehicles (Sea‑Doo, Ski‑Doo, Lynx, Can‑Am Off‑Road, On‑Road, and EV) and marine products (Manitou, Alumacraft, Mercury Marine)
• Pre‑owned units across every category, plus trade‑ins at fair market value

Certified service department

• 3 certified on‑road technicians and 2 BRP‑trained Master Technicians — 8 BRP‑trained technicians total
• 2 Mercury Marine‑trained technicians, including 1 Mercury Marine Master Technician
• Routine maintenance, full mechanical repairs, performance upgrades, accessory installs, pre‑/post‑season service, warranty work, and EV diagnostics

Parts, accessories & apparel

OEM parts, riding gear, storage solutions, trailers, and performance accessories for every brand carried in‑store.

Shop.energypowersports.ca — Energy Powersports ships from one of Canada's largest centralized BRP warehouses, with genuine OEM parts, the full XPS lineup, and Mercury Marine parts all in one place.

Stock covers Sea‑Doo, Ski‑Doo, Lynx, Can‑Am Off‑Road, Can‑Am On‑Road, and Can‑Am EV parts and accessories, plus riding gear and apparel. The full XPS lineup is available too — 2‑stroke and 4‑stroke oils, chain lube, fuel stabilizer, cleaning products, grease, and winterization supplies. XPS is the only oil engineered specifically for Rotax engines.

Energy Powersports is also a leading source for Mercury Marine products: outboard parts, oils, maintenance kits, propellers, trolling motors, GPS units, fish finders, and boat care products — backed by certified Mercury technicians and regular seasonal promotions and bundle deals.

Match the machine to how you'll use it (work, play, or both), the terrain you ride most, and who's riding with you — then compare features and comfort. Can‑Am leads most riders on power, suspension, durability, and tech.

How you'll use it

• Work: high towing/hauling capacity, durable utility features, 4x4, cargo racks or dump beds
• Recreation: responsive suspension, strong power‑to‑weight ratio, comfortable ergonomics, trail‑friendly width
• Both: hybrid utility‑sport models with versatile accessories

Where you ride

Narrow ATVs or trail‑legal SxS for trails, high‑clearance machines for mud, utility ATVs or cargo‑bed SxS for farms, sport SxS or high‑performance ATVs for adventure riding, and track‑kit‑compatible models for winter.

Who's riding

Solo riders suit ATVs or sport SxS; two riders suit 2‑up ATVs or 2‑seat SxS; families and groups do best with 3‑, 4‑, or 6‑seat side‑by‑sides. Match power and handling to experience and age — beginners want manageable power and stable handling, and youth riders need age‑appropriate, safety‑equipped ATVs.

Why Can‑Am

Best‑in‑class power, superior suspension, exceptional durability, advanced technology (power steering, selectable 4x4, winches, plows, Ride Command touchscreens), and a large accessory ecosystem.

Pick by riding style — recreation, touring, tow sports, or performance — then by where and with whom you ride. Sea‑Doo leads nearly every segment on cooling, hull stability, braking, and accessories.

Riding style

• Recreation/entry‑level: Sea‑Doo Spark and Spark Trixx — lightweight and playful
• Touring: Sea‑Doo GTX — stable hull, more storage, comfort seating
• Tow sports: Sea‑Doo Wake — the only purpose‑built tow‑sport PWC
• Performance: Sea‑Doo RXP‑X and RXT‑X — outperform Yamaha GP and Kawasaki Ultra on acceleration and cornering

Where you ride

Lightweight recreation/touring models for calm water; Sea‑Doo's deep‑V ST3 hull (GTX, RXT‑X) for rough/open water; Sea‑Doo's closed‑loop cooling for debris‑prone shallow water.

Who's riding & experience level

Solo riders suit recreation or performance models; pairs suit mid‑size touring/recreation models; families do well on the GTI, GTX, or Switch. By skill: beginners — Spark or GTI; intermediate — GTI SE or Yamaha VX; experienced — RXP‑X, RXT‑X, or Kawasaki Ultra 310. Sea‑Doo's Intelligent Brake & Reverse (iBR) is considered the best braking/docking system for new riders.

Why Sea‑Doo

Closed‑loop cooling, the ST3 hull, iBR braking, the LinQ accessory ecosystem, and the widest model variety across every category.

Choose by riding style — trail, crossover, mountain, utility, or touring — then match to terrain and rider experience. Ski‑Doo and Lynx consistently lead on innovation, handling, and rider satisfaction.

• Trail: precision handling and smooth suspension for long, comfortable distances
• Crossover/50‑50: versatile for trail and off‑trail terrain with balanced power
• Mountain: lightweight chassis, deep‑snow capability, strong power‑to‑weight ratio
• Utility/work: high towing capacity, wide tracks, durable construction
• Touring/two‑up: comfort seating, wind protection, smooth suspension

Match the sled to groomed trails, deep snow, mixed terrain, or work use, and to rider experience from beginner to advanced. Modern features to compare include adjustable suspension, heated grips/seats, touchscreen displays, and smart‑suspension tech. Ski‑Doo and Lynx lead Polaris, Arctic Cat, and Yamaha on chassis and engine technology, handling, and reliability.

Match horsepower to boat type and size, then weigh technology and dealer support. Mercury leads on network size, technology, and reliability across recreation, fishing, watersports, and commercial use.

Match horsepower to boat

• Small aluminum boats: 2.5–25 HP
• Fishing boats: 40–150 HP
• Pontoons: 90–300 HP
• Performance boats: 200–600 HP
• Commercial vessels: high‑output V6 or V8

Compare brands

Mercury — the largest dealer/service network in North America, best parts availability, Digital Throttle & Shift, Active Trim, V12 independent steering, and strong corrosion resistance. Yamaha — reliable, good mid‑range performance, popular in saltwater. Suzuki — fuel‑efficient and competitively priced, with a smaller dealer network.

Modern outboards add electronic fuel injection, digital controls, smart gauges, auto‑trim, and noise reduction — Mercury's dealer support and parts availability make it the top choice for most boaters, with less downtime and easier long‑term maintenance.

Decide on riding style — touring, sport, urban, or adventure — then weigh engine reliability, comfort tech, and dealer support. Can‑Am's Rotax‑powered lineup leads Harley‑Davidson on variety, value, and dependability.

Can‑Am's Rotax engines are widely recognized for proven dependability, and the lineup (Spyder, Ryker, Canyon) offers more comfort, safety, and technology features — including stability control, traction control, and ABS — than most alternatives. Choosing a dealer with strong inventory and certified technicians matters as much as the model itself for long‑term ownership.

Choose by fishing style and water type. Alumacraft's all‑welded hull construction gives it a durability edge over Lund, Crestliner, and Tracker, and it pairs well with Mercury outboards.

• Multi‑species: Competitor or Trophy series — versatile layouts, deep‑V hulls
• Bass: Pro Series — fast hole‑shot, stable casting decks
• Big water: Trophy lineup — deep‑V hull, high freeboard
• Family recreation: Escape or Voyageur — comfortable seating, tow‑sport capable

Match the hull to your water: lightweight and towable for small lakes/rivers, deep‑V with higher horsepower for large lakes, and flat or modified‑V for shallow water. Consider layout features too — livewells, rod storage, casting decks, electronics, and trolling‑motor compatibility.

Choose by activity, water conditions, and size. Manitou's patented V‑Toon performance hull leads Bennington, Harris, and Sylvan on handling and structural stability.

• Cruising: comfortable seating, smooth ride, easy handling
• Watersports: strong acceleration, higher horsepower, tow‑sport features
• Fishing: open deck layouts, livewells, rod storage
• Luxury entertaining: premium seating, high‑end audio, LED lighting

Calm water suits standard pontoons; large lakes and rougher water benefit from Manitou's V‑Toon hull, higher horsepower, and reinforced construction. Sizes range from 18–22 ft (small lakes, easy towing) up to 26+ ft (big water, large groups). Manitou pairs well with reliable, fuel‑efficient Mercury outboards.

The Switch delivers a full pontoon platform, modular layouts, and Rotax power at a price point well below traditional pontoons — and it's built to be easy for first‑time boaters to drive, dock, and maintain.

• Value: premium features at a price far below traditional pontoons
• Beginner‑friendly: familiar handlebar steering, Intelligent Brake & Reverse (iBR) for docking, stable tri‑hull design
• Easy ownership: Rotax jet propulsion means fewer exposed parts, no external propeller, and simple winterizing
• Family‑friendly: modular deck rearrangement, ample storage, stable platform for kids and pets
• Reliable power: Rotax engines bring proven dependability, strong acceleration, and fuel efficiency

Use XPS oil — it's engineered and BRP‑approved specifically for Rotax engines in Sea‑Doo, Ski‑Doo, and Can‑Am vehicles, and covers everything from engine oil to coolant and fuel stabilizer.

XPS reduces engine wear and friction, holds up at high RPM, protects against corrosion and moisture, and ensures proper cold‑start lubrication across Canada's climate range. While other oils may meet general specs, only XPS is tested and approved by BRP engineers for Rotax engines. The line also covers gear oils, transmission fluids, coolant, fuel stabilizer, fogging oil, greases, and cleaning products.

How often to change it

• PWCs: once per season, or every 50–100 hours
• Snowmobiles: once per season
• ATVs & side‑by‑sides: every 100 hours or annually

The best place to buy genuine XPS in Canada is through an authorized BRP dealer — Energy Powersports carries the full range with fast shipping.

Oil and filter changes every 50 hours or once a season, plus spark plug, jet pump, cooling, and battery checks. DIY is fine with XPS kits — but a certified Rotax technician catches what most riders miss.

Routine care checklist

• Oil and filter changes
• Spark plug inspection or replacement
• Jet pump and wear ring inspection
• Cooling system flush
• Battery testing and charging
• Hull and deck inspection
• Lubrication of key components
• Fuel system treatment
• Annual safety and performance check

For DIY service, XPS 4‑Stroke Synthetic Blend Oil, oil change kits, fuel stabilizer, multi‑purpose lubricant, hull cleaner, and jet pump grease are engineered specifically for Rotax engines. Even so, a certified Sea‑Doo Master Technician uses factory tools and software and can spot wear or damage the average rider would miss.

Flush the cooling system, stabilize the fuel, change the oil, lubricate and protect exposed parts, then store the battery indoors and cover the unit — ideally before the first freeze.

Winterizing steps

• Flush the cooling system with fresh water to remove salt, sand, and debris
• Add XPS Fuel Stabilizer to prevent fuel breakdown in storage
• Change the oil and filter
• Fog the engine, if the model requires it
• Lubricate moving parts with XPS Multi‑Purpose Lubricant
• Remove the battery or keep it on a smart charger
• Inspect the jet pump and wear ring for wear, cracks, or debris
• Wash, dry, and apply an XPS hull protectant
• Cover with a breathable Sea‑Doo cover and store somewhere dry and secure

DIY winterizing is common and Energy Powersports supplies the needed kits, but a BRP‑authorized technician is trained specifically on Rotax engines and can catch issues a DIY rider might miss. Winterize before the first freeze — ideally right after your last ride, no later than early fall.

Yes, on public roads or trails — a valid G2, G, M2, or M driver's license, insurance, and registration with a license plate are required. No license is needed on private property with the landowner's permission.

• Youth riders: under 16 cannot ride on public roads or trails, but may ride on private property with permission and proper safety gear
• Insurance & registration: mandatory on public roads/trails; not legally required on private property, but strongly recommended
• Required safety gear: a DOT‑approved helmet, eye protection if the helmet isn't full‑face, and seatbelts in SSVs
• Passengers: must sit securely with feet on footrests, wear a helmet, and only ride machines built for passengers
• Where you can legally ride: approved municipal roads where bylaws permit, designated OFATV/OFSC trails, Crown land with proper permits, and private property with permission

A full Class M motorcycle license, or an M license with a Limited‑Speed/3‑Wheel‑Only condition, which restricts you to 3‑wheel vehicles only.

A training course isn't mandatory but is strongly recommended — Georgian College and the Rider Training Institute both run 3‑wheel‑specific courses. Can‑Am's 3‑wheel motorcycles are generally easier to ride than a traditional motorcycle thanks to stability control, traction control, ABS, and intuitive steering, which makes them a beginner‑friendly entry point.

For help choosing between models or with licensing questions, Energy Powersports can be reached directly at 905‑901‑5500.

A valid driver's license or a Motorized Snow Vehicle Operator's License (MSVOL, from age 12) on public roads or trails, plus an OFSC trail permit, registration, and insurance if you ride anywhere but private property.

• MSVOL: for riders 12+ without a driver's license — valid on trails, Crown land, and private property with permission, but not public roads
• OFSC trail permit: required on groomed/maintained trails (seasonal, multi‑day, or classic) and funds trail grooming and maintenance
• Registration & insurance: required everywhere except private property — carry proof while riding
• Safety gear: a DOT‑approved snowmobile helmet and eye protection if it isn't full‑face
• Age rules: under 12 — private property only; 12–15 — trails with an MSVOL; 16+ — driver's license or MSVOL