Based on the rapidly degrading COVID infection rate situation in Ottawa, physical separation requirements have been increased to 3 metres/10 feet while on NSC premises. It is highly recommended that members, staff and service providers wear masks at all times outside. Gatherings of members in the yard, outside of immediate household members, remains strictly prohibited. more…
Yard Access During Provincial “Stay at Home” Order
As of 8 April 2021, members who wish to access the NSC yard to prepare their boat are required to fill out and submit this mandatory online form within 24 hours before their planned visit. In order to comply with Provincial regulations, members, and all persons accompanying them, must fill the form each day (24 hour period) they plan to be in the yard. Access cards are required. more…
2021 Slip Assignments
Here are the links to the 2021 Slip Assignment documents (in PDF format): by Last Name and by Slip Number.
Speaker Wed April 14 7.30 pm David Neasmith – Getting into the Water
This week’s presentation is all about the NSC harbour and yard. Our Rear Commodore and Harbourmaster, David will cover all about how to get your boat in the water in the Spring and out in the Fall, as well as everything in between. more…
Women in Wind Conference – Saturday, April 24th
Back by popular demand and on Zoom for the first time, the 2021 Women in Wind Conference takes place on the afternoon of Saturday, April 24th. Speakers range from a commodore to a cruise week director, from local sailors to an Olympic racer. more…
Race Registration is coming
Due to the fluid nature of COVID restrictions, we are not quite ready to open registration for our Interclub race program. Monitor this space, and we’ll be sure to let you know when registration is open. Plans for the 2021 racing season have been underway for 6 months; assuming that Ottawa moves out of the red zone, our expectation is that our racing program will look very similar to that of September, 2020. more…
2021 Dock Top Replacement Project – Completed
This year’s dock top demolition has been completed in record time over the 20/21 March weekend. A and X dock mains are now having new stringers and decking installed over the next month. A big “Thank You” to all the hard working members who came out. Well done to all of you!!! No further volunteer work parties are required for this Spring.
Rowan’s Law & NSC’s Concussion Policy and Protocols
Please check out NSC’s new Concussion Policy and Protocols page.
Regalia Clearance – Great Deals on NSC Regalia
NSC is charting a new course for Regalia, but first we have to clear the decks of our existing inventory – savings up to 75% off! Over 100 items must go: jackets, T-shirts, vests and more. more…
NSC’s New Careers page
NSC has launched a new Careers page, under Resources, on the right-side menu. Check out the job postings for a Member Administrator and Hospitality Manager.
Winter Speaker recordings available
We have started to post recordings of Winter Speaker events held on Zoom. More are being edited for posting. In case you missed them, you can find them on the NSC YouTube channel here.
2021 Crew Bank is Now Open
The NSC Crew Bank is now open for those looking for crewing spots, and for skippers/owners looking for crew. Whether you’re new to town, new to the club, or just looking for something different, the Crew Bank is a great way to connect with like-minded sailors looking for someone with whom to sail. more…