On Deck: Phil Robertson

A few months ahead of the Canada SailGP Team kicking off its first season, Phil Robertson has been named driver for the squad. ‰ÛÏOn Deck‰Û conversation with the sailor from New Zealand. Congratulations on your appointment as driver for the Canada SailGP Team! How...

On Deck: Isabella Bertold

Isabella Bertold launched her Next Gen Legacy Fund in January. “On Deck” discussion with the former National Team member from Vancouver, BC. Congratulations on this initiative! How did this idea come to you? I guess the idea had been a long time in the...
Ross Cameron has passed away

Ross Cameron has passed away

Kingston, December 10, 2021 ‰ÛÒ It is with great sadness that Sail Canada shares with the Canadian sailing community the passing of long-time sailing volunteer Ross Cameron last weekend. He was 78 years of age. Ross Cameron started sailing off Toronto Island in his...
Kathy Dyer has passed away

Kathy Dyer has passed away

It is with great sadness that Sail Canada and Ontario Sailing have learned of the passing of International judge, National Umpire and mentor to many officials across the country Kathy Dyer. Kathy passed this morning December 13, after a short illness. Our sincere...

On Deck: David Miller

David Miller, who won the bronze medal in the Soling Class at the 1972 Olympic Games in Munich with John Ekels and Paul Cote, was inducted into the Canadian Sailing Hall of Fame on October 3rd, 2021. ‰ÛÏOn Deck‰Û conversation with the sailor from British Columbia....

On Deck: Melodie Schaffer and Ryan Barkey

Photos: Jean-Louis Carli/Jean-Marie Liot / Alea Melodie Schaffer and Ryan Barkey finished 41st at the Transat Jacques Vabre event after 26 days and 8,500 km of racing between Le Havre, FRA, and the Martinique. “On Deck” conversation with the sailors from...
Happy Holidays from Sail Canada

Happy Holidays from Sail Canada

On behalf of the Sail Canada Staff and Board, I would like to wish you and your family Best Wishes for the Holiday Season and a Happy New Year 2022. Last year, once again, was filled with many challenges linked to the COVID-19 pandemic. However, with the engagement...