Ontario Sailing
70 Unsworth Drive, Unit 17 L8W 3K4 Hamilton, ON, Canada

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Eight Bells for Alexander James McAuley. We are saddened to share that Alex McAuley passed away on Jan 7, 2021 at 88. Alex was proud and happy to recently celebrate 65 years of marriage to his wife Audrey (Oates). Alex will be remembered by the sailing community for his enthusiastic involvement with Royal Hamilton Yacht Club, also as a Certified International Judge and Umpire.... Alex’s wish for a Celebration of Life will take place when we can all get together again. Memorial donations may be contributed to the Ontario Sailing towards Race Committee & Judges Training Programs. More Information - https://bit.ly/3nxsJuP

Happy New Year! We look forward to working with all our members in 2021, knowing whatever happens, together we will succeed! Bring on 2021, we have exciting things planned!!

Ontario Sailing is now accepting applications for the role of Development Coach. Check out https://bit.ly/2WoPiXs to learn more about this exciting opportunity! Photo credit: Elle Bruce Photography & Art

Attention aspiring dinghy coaches! The first step on the path to becoming a certified instructor is the CANSail Fundamental course. Register for the next 5-session online course at ontariosailing.ca. #CANSaiI #coach #sailing #ontario

Ontario Sailing is saddened by this news and the loss to the sailing community. Rick contributed greatly to sailing with his work with Grassroots Sailing. (Check out this video for more on Rick's contributions - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sQc0t4mZr-g Our thoughts are with Rick's family and friends in this difficult time.

Ontario Sailing is excited to announce a series of online sessions for members and stakeholders planned for 2021. Registration for some of these sessions will open in January. Watch this space and check ontariosailing.ca for more details and dates in the new year!

ICYMI Ontario Sailing has created a fund to support member organizations. Main contacts were send information on December 11th. If you missed it check our website for more information or touch base!

We wish you all the best as you and your households celebrate time together this holiday season. We hope you enjoy whatever this season brings you!

Many regions are changing zones with new restrictions effective Monday morning. Make sure you understand what it means for you. Ontario Sailing will review regulations as more information becomes available and will to be available for any questions about how regulations impact our member organizations. Do not hesitate to reach out.

Sharing a little holiday spirit! Hope everyone enjoys the celebrations over the next few days! Thanks to Alex Byczko for the festive cheer, feel free to share other feastive pictures in the comments!

Are you starting to think about holiday shopping? We are and we are happy to help with your shopping! We have something for all the sailors on your list! Throw bags, PFD's. bracelets, books and burgees! Check out the store page on our website! https://bit.ly/2J3eYpb

AGM Registration Deadline is Monday 9:00am Member Organizations - Make sure your voting representative is finalized and registered! Looking forward to seeing everyone on Wednesday Nov 25th https://bit.ly/2KdaPiZ

IJC Webinar Spotlight on the Expedited Review of Plan 2014.

Our AGM is Coming!! Member Organizations - Please ensure you know who will be your voting representative and that they are registered! Reminders were emailed to main contacts today! Deadline to register for our AGM is coming in 4 days - It is essential you register before the Monday 9:00am deadline. https://bit.ly/2KdaPiZ

We have updated our Concussion Information page to include more options from the Ministry that can be reviewed for your annual concussion resource review as required under Rowan’s Law. Now videos and an E-Module are available to choose from. Before you set up next year’s registration and membership make sure to have all the up to date information! (Remember Lisa can help with any questions about Concussion requirements!) Check out the updated page here: www.ontariosailing.ca/concussion-information/

Transport Canada (TC) Office of Boating Safety (OBS) wants to hear from stakeholders, especially those with a particular interest in pleasure craft, on the changes under consideration to the Pleasure Craft Licensing Program and the Pleasure Craft Operator Competency Program. How can you participate? TC is inviting members of the boating community to provide feedback on the proposed changes to the Pleasure Craft Licensing and the Pleasure Craft Operator Competency Programs on... the Let’s Talk Transportation consultation webpage. The forum will remain open until January 15, 2021. Stakeholder input and comments submitted through the Let’s Talk Transportation webpage will be considered in the development of the regulatory amendments. https://letstalktransportation.ca/mss

We are thinking of our clubs that may have seen wind and water damages from the storm yesterday and last night. Please makes sure you and your members take care when assessing damages if you have any.

Ontario Sailing has been working with Waterfront Toronto as they work on creating a strategic plan for the future of the waterfront in Toronto. Please share your thoughts through their survey and find more information here: https://waterfrontoronto.ca///projects/marine+use+strategy

Do you want to be a dinghy instructor? Now is your chance to register for the last CANSail Fundamental course of 2020. Completing this course is the first step on your path to becoming a certified instructor. Share your skills and enthusiasm with the next generation of Ontario sailors! Register here: https://bit.ly/3jdw1kM The 5-session online class starts November 16!

While Thanksgiving celebrations may look different we still have lots to be thankful for! Enjoy the long weekend and remember to stay safe!

Effective Monday, York has been added to the regions of Ontario who have moved back into a modified Stage 2. Please check out our understanding of how this change impacts sailing activities. https://myemail.constantcontact.com/COVID-19-Update-2020-10

Save the Date! Member Organization Voting Representatives will be invited to our AGM that we're hosting virtually on Wed Nov 25th! Make sure organization is in good standing & start to confirm your voting representative! More info coming to club contacts soon!

Transport Canada Office of Boating Safety and the Privy Council Office have teamed up to release a quick survey and attitudes towards life jackets/ PFD's. Take the survey and let them know your thoughts. https://www.surveymonkey.ca/r/CT96NL8

Sail Canada’s Leader Summit & AGM are proudly supported by Gallagher Skippers’ Plan! Save on insurance today: https://bit.ly/3dCi7r9 #sailtowin #sailforlife

Please note, with our apologies: If you received an email from Glenn Lethbridge, Executive Director, offering to share a file with you please simply ignore and delete the email. We are experiencing some issues related to our IT and are working through it immediately. There is no risk to you or your devices! Again we apologize for any inconvenience.

New restrictions in hotspots have been announced effective at midnight. We are waiting on legislation to be clear on actual details and impact, however here is the release from the Ontario government. Highlights of impact for our clubs in Toronto, Ottawa, & Peel as we understand are: - no indoor dining for food & beverage services - no team sailing competitions, training is allowed, however we strongly encourage physical distancing ... - events, meetings & instruction each limited to 10 people indoors and 25 outdoors with space for physical distancing. (This is not work activities but social and sport events). As we learn more we will do our best to keep everyone up to date. https://news.ontario.ca//ontario-implementing-additional-p

Ontario Sailing Team Announcement With COVID this year, Team Selection will be happening a little differently. Please check out the Team & Application Information on our website for more information. https://bit.ly/3dafMUi

Update from this morning's post Our thoughts are with all the family, friends and the members of Oakville Club and the sailing community. We would also like to acknowledge the work of all the agencies in searching, thankful for their dedication and the ongoing efforts.

Our thoughts are with everyone involved in this situation. NOTE - The Boat is a deep red with white deck Alberg 30 (click through to see picture or picture in comments) Police are asking anyone who may have seen the boat out yesterday to contact them.

Giving a shout out to the great folks at the Thunder Bay Yacht Club with this amazing picture of Sailing on Lake Superior. Thanks to Commodore Hugh Briggs for sending in this amazing photo! Lots of great fall sailing remains. Remember to check the weather, wear your PFD and file a sailing plan!

Ontario government has proposed a new Act called Supporting Ontario's Recovery Act, 2020. It has many parts but of interest to clubs is that it will provide liability protection for organizations that have followed best practices and health recommendations. More Information is here: https://news.ontario.ca//ontario-protects-workers-voluntee

Its still not too late to register for the Sail Canada AGM being held virtually Friday at 5pm. Get involved, hear from our National Authority on past, present and future plans for our community. https://register.gotowebinar.com/regist/6971885994076526604

Update from the Province for Sport and Recreational Fitness Activities https://www.ontario.ca//guidance-facilities-sports-and-rec

Sail Canada’s Leader Summit & AGM are proudly supported by Gallagher Skippers’ Plan! Save on insurance today: https://bit.ly/3dCi7r9 #sailtowin #sailforlife

Make sure to stay up to date on all the new restrictions to help limit COVID and follow guidelines for your area. We all need to work together! Remember to wear masks anytime you cannot maintain 2m physical distancing - inside or outside! Stay Safe & Stay Well!

New restrictions are in place across the province to address COVID starting tomorrow. These may especially impact clubs with food & beverage services as well as there are strict mask requirements especially with employees. Read the full release here: https://bit.ly/2GblhpL

Sail Canada members can now save even more on home & auto insurance! As a Sail Canada member, enjoy preferred group home & auto insurance rates from Gallagher. More information here: https://ajgcanada.com/what-we-do/personal-insurance

Today marks #RowansLawDay. We remember Rowan Stringer and encourage the conversation surrounding #concussion awareness and safety. Visit the Government of Ontario's page on how to identify, prevent and manage concussions. https://www.ontario.ca/page/rowans-law-concussion-safety

Sail Canada's Annual General Meeting We encourage all of our clubs/ schools to attend! If you are unable to attend you can appoint Peter Bradley of Ontario Sailing by filling out a proxy. For more info visit: https://www.sailing.ca/events/leader-summit-agm/... Proxy form is here: https://www.sailing.ca/uploads/2020/09/2020-Proxy.pdf See more

Ontario Sailing Team Announcement With COVID this year, Team Selection will be happening a little differently. Please check out the Team & Application Information on our website for more information. https://bit.ly/3dafMUi

The Ontario government is implementing a number of new province wide restrictions and public health measures aimed at curbing a surge in new cases of COVID-19. "Private social gatherings continue to be a significant source of transmission in many local communities, along with outbreak clusters in restaurants, bars, and other food and drink establishments, including strip clubs, with most cases in the 20-39 age group." As a result, the government is taking the following measur...es: Last call at bars and restaurants, including nightclubs, is 11 pm and be closed by midnight! All strip clubs will be closed until further notice. Require all businesses and organizations to comply with the advice of the Chief Medical Officer of Health Dr. David Williams, including screening people who wish to enter their premises for COVID-19 symptoms.

Lets all give a shout out to our coaches and instructors in the Learn to Sail/Power/Windsurf/Kite/Cruise streams in Canada. It has been the most challenging of seasons but our Coaches and Instructors made it work! Thank you Coaches and Instructors!

The Ontario Sailing Nominations Committee is now accepting nominations for the 2021 Ontario Sailing Board of Directors. For more information on the role please follow the link. The Deadline for Nominations is Monday, October 12, 2020.... Here is the Link: http://ow.ly/MqOr50BzsOP