Woodwind Yachts Inc.
Wooden Boat Restoration, Repairs, Refinishing, Building and Sales
Wooden it be Wonderful to own a Woodwind Yacht !
Our Craftsmen
Woodwind Yachts’ Crew & Current Projects
With our combined talents, vast knowledge and experience in all types of wooden boat construction and restoration, the crew at Woodwind Yachts feel confident we can provide our customers with an outstanding wooden watercraft (be it new or restored) that will satisfy even the most discriminating yachtsman. Collectively, we have built or restored over 400 fine wooden boats from canoes, daysailers, Folkboats, Dragons and Metre boats to beautiful mahogany runabouts and launches, cedarstrips and cabin cruisers.
Currently (Spring & Summer 2026) we are very busy performing restoration and refinishing work to:
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A 14′ – 1957 Canadian Cedarstrip runabout
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A 16′ – 1940’s Peterborough Canoe
- A 16′ – 1959 Fontaine Cedarstrip runabout
- A 16′ – 1960 Century Palomino runabout
- A 19′ – 1936 Richardson Gentleman’s Racer
- A 20′ – 1953 Century Sea-maid runabout
- A 23′ – 1956 Chris-Craft Sedan Cruiser
- 2 – 25′ – 1962 Folkboat sloops
- A – 26′ – 1936 Greavette Mahogany runabout
In addition, we will be doing minor repairs and annual
maintenance to many of our regular customer’s vessels.
Ken Lavalette: Owner/operator, master craftsman and master finisher. Ken has over 40 years experience in wooden boat restoration and refinishing. His main area of expertise lies in the small to medium sized classic sailing craft and runabouts. Ken truly has an undying love for vintage wooden watercraft, which is clearly reflected in his attention to detail.
Luke Morgan: Master craftsman, boatbuilder and finisher. Prior to his 20 years employment here, Luke was building and installing elaborate wooden interiors in 34′ to 44′ luxury yachts. Luke is a quiet, conscientious, detail oriented woodworker and finisher. He is a valuable member of our crew who is extremely pleasant to work with.
Darren Kinnunen: Craftsman and finisher. Darren has been with us now for over 5 years. He brings a variety of skills to Woodwind, specifically woodwork & refinishing. in which he is striving to master. Darren is reliable, conscientious & has a keen interest in wooden boat restoration.
Steve Kitchen: Master Craftsman & Finisher: Although Steve’s training focused on cabinet making & custom furniture building, his skills were put to good use when he worked with Woodwind many years ago. After several years away, he has happily re-joined the crew (part-time) at Woodwind Yachts. Steve has great work ethics & is extremely pleasant to work with. Welcome back Steve !
Wayne Dunbar: Craftsman & finisher. After a couple of years away, we are happy to have Wayne back as part of our crew. As a wooden boat owner & enthusiast, along with being a successful small business owner, he brings a variety of skills to Woodwind Yachts. Although only part-time, Wayne is a good help to us assisting in all phases of restoration. Welcome back Wayne.
Kim Wright: Administrative assistant. Prior to joining Woodwind Yachts last year, Kim had accumulated over 30 years experience in office /finance administration. She is very capable and efficient at handling all office duties associated with running a small business. Kim is cheerful and extremely pleasant to work with. Welcome aboard Kim !
Connie Marion: After being with Woodwind Yachts for over 20 years, Connie and her husband have decided to retire. Thank you Connie for your dedicated service to Woodwind Yachts. We wish both you and your husband pleasant and healthy retirement years.
April 2025
Experienced Craftsman / Boatbuilder Wanted
Due to our ever increasing workload, Woodwind Yachts is currently needing to add another experienced member to our crew of craftsmen. We are looking for a dedicated long-term employee who is reliable, detail oriented and has previous wooden boat restoration or building experience.
Interested applicants should contact Ken Lavalette either by phone or email.
(905) 986-9663
ken@woodwindyachts.com