Board Communiqué June 2026
Keep the Canada Day wind in your sails! Check out the latest Board Communiqué to see how we’re charting the club’s next steps on the Ottawa River.
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Docks and Yard During Nepean One Design Regatta – Jun 26-28
Nepean One Design (NOD) is happening this weekend (26-28 June)! To support the regatta and visiting boats, there are a few things we would like to bring to your attention: F-Dock: Please keep F-Dock clear all weekend for visiting boats. Empty Slips: If your slip will be empty this weekend, please drop me a line now so we can…
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Now Hiring: Race Bosun
Now hiring a race bosun at the Nepean Sailing Club—an opportunity for a motivated, team‑oriented bosun to help deliver our 2026 racing program. If you enjoy being on the water, working with volunteers, and helping deliver high‑quality racing, we’d love to hear from you. This is a great opportunity to build skills in a supportive,…
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Club Launch Postponed To May 9
As a result of the high water levels currently being experienced at the Club, our Harbour Master has made the difficult decision to delay club launch by one week. The following further adjustments have been made: Club Launch Rescheduled to 9 May, 2026. Trailer Co-Op Rescheduled to 2 May, 2026. Those participating should continue to…
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Co-Op Launch for Boats on Trailers
Is your boat on a trailer? Does it fit within the weight restrictions of the club’s cranes? Are you having a hard time finding enough hands to help put your boat in the water? Do you need a vehicle to move your trailer? Co-Op Launch If your boat can be ready to launch by May 2,…
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Slips Available for 2026!
Looking for a place to keep your boat? Nepean Sailing Club has slips available for the upcoming season. Located on Lac Deschênes, the Club offers access to 20+ nautical miles of the Ottawa River, an on-site restaurant and bar with member discounts, a robust cruising community, a vibrant racing program, and social events throughout the…
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Pleasure Craft Licences (PCL) Now Require Renewal
As of Dec. 31, 2025, Transport Canada has made several updates to the Pleasure Craft Licence (PCL). Five-year renewal Beginning this year, pleasure craft licences must be renewed every five years – and current lifetime licences will be gradually replaced with PCLs that must be renewed every five years. Beginning in 2028, wind-powered pleasure craft…
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Help Santa Parade 2025 – Recap
This weekend, the Nepean Sailing Club traded whitecaps for elf caps as we “set sail” (if you ignore the truck engine) through the 2025 Help Santa Toy Parade downtown Ottawa. The parade raises funds and gathers toys for families in need, and we were thrilled to support such a festive and meaningful community tradition. Our…
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Grey Cup 2025 Live Broadcast – Nov. 16, 6 pm
Join us for the biggest game of the year — Grey Cup 2025 – live on the big screen! 🎉 Enjoy great company, exciting football, and exclusive food specials (while they last). 🪑 Seating is limited — arrive early to grab your spot! First-come, first-served. See the menus and specials on The Galley page.
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Harbour Closed Nov. 11, 4 pm
As of 11 November at 4pm:
Due to harbour closure, please note that no boat is permitted to be at the service docks, occupying W, A or B-docks, or tied to the wall dock.
