/news en gmanning@sailing.ca Copyright 2012 2012-01-26T16:00:15-05:00 http://www.sailing.ca/news/cya_communications_intern/ http://www.sailing.ca/news/cya_communications_intern/ The Canadian Yachting Association is the National governing body for the sport of sailing in Canada, with a brief that ranges from “Learn to” to Olympic and Paralympic competition. Based in Kingston, Ontario, guided by a voluntary Board of Directors, a small team of dedicated staff manage the day to day business of the association.  CYA is now offering a communications internship suitable for a recent graduate in media/marketing studies.  Persons with an interest in sports who are seeking experience, will develop Marketing/PR skills that will enhance career opportunities. 2012 will be particularly interesting as the CYA gears up for the Olympics … 2012-01-26T15:00:15-05:00 http://www.sailing.ca/news/2012_canadian_sailing_team_application_process_now_open/ http://www.sailing.ca/news/2012_canadian_sailing_team_application_process_now_open/ Applications are being accepted online for the 2012 Canadian Sailing Team.   Click here to apply!    For 2012 CST criteria and eligibility, click HERE!... 2012-01-04T13:12:03-05:00 http://www.sailing.ca/news/canadian_sailing_awards_nominations_accpeted_until_january_2nd/ http://www.sailing.ca/news/canadian_sailing_awards_nominations_accpeted_until_january_2nd/   The Canadian Yachting Association invites all Canadian sailors and supporters to participate in recognizing Canada's top sailors, coaches, volunteers and events via the Annual Canadian Sailing Awards.   Now is your chance to nominate outstanding sailors, athletes, coaches, race officials, volunteers and events that have contributed to the sport over the past year.  All nomination forms are due at the CYA office by January 2, 2012 so download the nomination forms and submit your nominations today!   The recipients of the 2011 Canadian Sailing Awards will be honoured at the prestigious Rolex Canadian Sailor of the Year event. This … 2011-12-15T20:25:35-05:00 http://www.sailing.ca/news/offshore_special_regulations_2012_2013_cya_prescriptions_published/ http://www.sailing.ca/news/offshore_special_regulations_2012_2013_cya_prescriptions_published/ See http://sailing.ca/racing/offshore_racing_and_regulations/special_regulations for details... 2011-12-09T19:46:14-05:00 http://www.sailing.ca/news/globe_mail_article_on_canadian_sailors_in_perth/ http://www.sailing.ca/news/globe_mail_article_on_canadian_sailors_in_perth/ http://www.theglobeandmail.com/sports/more-sports/canadian-girke-rebounds-at-the-world-sailing-championships/article2263087/... 2011-12-08T13:50:32-05:00 http://www.sailing.ca/news/2012_laser_canadians/ http://www.sailing.ca/news/2012_laser_canadians/   Etobicoke Yacht Club is set to host the 2012 Laser Canadians, June 21 – 24 2011. Please click here for details.... 2011-11-30T15:42:42-05:00 http://www.sailing.ca/news/peter_vasoff/ http://www.sailing.ca/news/peter_vasoff/ Peter Vasoff, a CYA Race Official has passed away. He will be greatly missed in the sailing community. Obituary, Toronto Star... 2011-11-25T16:53:18-05:00 http://www.sailing.ca/news/2012_canadian_youth_world_team_coach_application_process_now_open/ http://www.sailing.ca/news/2012_canadian_youth_world_team_coach_application_process_now_open/                                                                                                           Request for Proposals ~ Coach - 2012 Canadian Youth World Sailing Team   Deadline to submit ~ December 16th, 2011   The CYA is now accepting Proposals from qualified individuals wishing to fill the role of Coach to the 2012 Canadian Youth World Sailing Team (Youth World Coach).  The 2012 ISAF Youth World Sailing Championships is taking place in Dublin, Ireland.   The ideal candidate will be a certified NCCP Level 3 Coach with significant experience in high performance international sailboat racing in the Olympic or Olympic-development classes. Minimum requirements are current Coach … 2011-11-24T16:43:51-05:00 http://www.sailing.ca/news/nsya_mobile_sailing_school/ http://www.sailing.ca/news/nsya_mobile_sailing_school/ The NSYA is now accepting applications from instructors for summer positions with the Mobile Sailing Program which will travel throughout Nova Scotia in summer 2012. Click here for details.... 2011-11-21T18:02:44-05:00 http://www.sailing.ca/news/nsya_annual_awards/ http://www.sailing.ca/news/nsya_annual_awards/ The Nova Scotia Yachting Association held its annual awards ceremony on Saturday, November 19 to recognize the best in the sport in 2011.     Sailor of the Year was Will Apold who became the first Canadian to win the Marblehead Ocean Race last summer. Click here for the full story.  ... 2011-11-21T17:49:43-05:00