/features en ccoderre@sailing.ca Copyright 2012 2012-02-17T13:29:28-05:00 http://www.sailing.ca/features/announcing/ http://www.sailing.ca/features/announcing/ CYA is pleased to introduce the members of the 2012 Canadian Sailing Team on our new website www.canadiansailingteam.ca.  This new site is dedicated to enhancing and profiling the success of our elite and high performance sailors leading up to London 2012 and beyond! Check out the full story , full team and profiles at the new home of the CST! You can also follow the team on Facebook & Twitter! ... 2012-02-17T12:29:28-05:00 http://www.sailing.ca/features/rolex_sailor_of_the_year/ http://www.sailing.ca/features/rolex_sailor_of_the_year/   Photo credit: Bob Thayer Sailors and sailing supporters from across the country came together on February 4th to enjoy a fantastic evening of celebration. The Canadian Rolex Sailor of the Year Awards was definitely an evening to remember!   The highly attended event honoured the achievements and successes of sailing’s best…   Bill Burk Youth Elite Memorial Award Winners; Female - Fréderique Tougas / Florence Pepin-Delhaes Male – Kyle Campbell Martin   Marvin McDill Award Winner - Ingrid Merry   Nathan R. Cowan Memorial Award for Developing Sailors – Thomas Ramshaw   William Abbott Sr. Trophy – Royal Victoria … 2012-02-06T19:14:52-05:00 http://www.sailing.ca/features/and_the_rolex_sailor_of_the_year_is/ http://www.sailing.ca/features/and_the_rolex_sailor_of_the_year_is/   The Board of Directors of the Canadian Yachting Association proudly declares that Paul D. Phelan, of Toronto, Ontario, is the winner of the 2011 Canadian Rolex Sailor of the Year Award.   The Board of Directors of the Canadian Yachting Association determined that Paul D. Phelan’s continuing and unwavering support of Canadian high performance sailing and the National Sailing Team through The P. J. Phelan Sailing Foundation merited the most prestigious award in Canadian sailing.    Alan Lombard, President CYA, said ‘The P.J. Phelan Sailing Foundation has been a source of considerable support for Canadian sailors for many years.  … 2012-01-20T19:30:30-05:00 http://www.sailing.ca/features/cwf_and_canadian_yachting_association_recognize_common_interests/ http://www.sailing.ca/features/cwf_and_canadian_yachting_association_recognize_common_interests/   Press Release CWF and Canadian Yachting Association recognize common interests: Partnership Launched for Aquatic Stewardship   Jan. 16, 2012 – The Canadian Wildlife Federation and Canadian Yachting Association have signed a Memorandum of Understanding recognizing their shared interest in the health of lakes and oceans and the special connection sailors have to habitats and wildlife. “This is a watershed moment for aquatic stewardship and I’m honoured to sit at the helm with the Canadian Yachting Association,” said Wade Luzny, CEO-Executive Vice President of the Canadian Wildlife Federation. “By participating in sailing events, conducting public lectures, creating an online community of … 2012-01-20T18:08:51-05:00 http://www.sailing.ca/features/2012_ifds_world_championships/ http://www.sailing.ca/features/2012_ifds_world_championships/ Follow daily updates and results at www.ifdsworlds2012.com. Canadian updates can be followed on  FACEBOOK. __________   Racing is scheduled to start tomorrow at the 2012 IFDS Worlds in Charlotte Harbor, Florida. There is significant Canadian presence at this event. For full story, click HERE. ... 2012-01-09T19:46:44-05:00 http://www.sailing.ca/features/support_the_canadian_sailing_team_toronto_boat_show/ http://www.sailing.ca/features/support_the_canadian_sailing_team_toronto_boat_show/ The preview night of the Toronto Boat Show, Friday January 13th 2012, offers patrons an opportunity to see the show without the hassle of large weekend crowds while supporting the Show's chosen charities.  In addition to Ontario Sailing's Access Boom programme and the Toronto Star Fresh Air Fund, this year's proceeds will also help Canada's watersports athletes at the 2012 Olympic Games.  Canada Sailing Team members, including Olympic qualifier Tyler Bjorn, will be in attendance.    The Preview will also feature one of the two new VSR coach boats purchased by CYA in support of our team members.  Specifically designed … 2012-01-05T19:55:42-05:00 http://www.sailing.ca/features/six_olympic_berths_for_canada/ http://www.sailing.ca/features/six_olympic_berths_for_canada/ Perth delivered some fantastic sailing conditions for the final day of the championships for the Canadians. The day kicked off with the Medal Race in the Star. Click HERE for full story. Photo credit: Paul Kane... 2011-12-17T15:23:15-05:00 http://www.sailing.ca/features/canadian_rolex_sailor_of_the_year2011/ http://www.sailing.ca/features/canadian_rolex_sailor_of_the_year2011/   The Canadian Yachting Association and Rolex Canada are proud to announce that the Canadian Rolex Sailor of the Year event will take place on Saturday, February 4th, 2012 in Toronto, Ontario. The venue for this prestigious event is one of Canada’s most significant and historic special events venues, The Carlu. The Canadian Rolex Sailor of the Year event is the premier opportunity for Canadians to recognize the achievements and successes of Canadian sailors. The event will commence with a cocktail reception at 6pm EST and will be followed with dinner and the awards presentation.   Tickets for this prestigious … 2011-12-16T20:01:07-05:00 http://www.sailing.ca/features/clarke_bjorn_cement_their_place_for_2012/ http://www.sailing.ca/features/clarke_bjorn_cement_their_place_for_2012/  CYA is proud to announce the qualification of the first Olympians to the 2012 Olympic squad.  For full story:  http://tinyurl.com/6npkqgs ... 2011-12-16T14:09:55-05:00 http://www.sailing.ca/features/gold_fleet_action_olympic_berths_in_perth/ http://www.sailing.ca/features/gold_fleet_action_olympic_berths_in_perth/ Check out the Canadian Gold Fleet action in the Laser & RSX fleets. Click here for full story:  myemail.constantcontact.com/Canadian-Sailing-Team---Perth-2011.html photo credit: Richard Langdon... 2011-12-15T14:29:40-05:00