In line with the Provincial “Stay at Home” orders that take effect 14 January, 2021, the NSC Clubhouse, yard and facilities remain closed. Members who need access to their boat – for essential requirements only – are requested to email James Pole or the Front Office to make an appointment. more…
Winter Yard Access; Checking on Boats
As of 14 January 2021, Winter access to NSC’s yard can be for essential reasons only and consistent with the Provincial “Stay at Home” orders. Members are asked to make an appointment by email prior to accessing their boat. Please email either James Pole or Julie Laframboise to arrange for the gate to be opened. more…
NSC Receives 2020 True Sport Community Grant
We are thrilled to announce that Nepean Sailing Club has received a grant for $1500 from the Ottawa Sport Council Foundation, for our ABLE Sail program, to further develop inclusive programming in Ottawa while embracing the True Sport Principles. This is to assist in COVID-19 recovery effort. more…
2021 Winter Speakers Series
For the past 15 years, NSC has scheduled a Winter Speaker Series on Wednesday evenings from January to April to keep the sailing community together, to inform and discuss topics of interest to sailors and help raise funds for youth sailing. more…
Stan Seymour, 1930-2021
It is with great sadness that we report the passing of founding NSC member Stan Seymour. Stan served on the Board of Directors in the infancy of the Club and helped guide it in the early years. The sailing community became an integral part of his and his family’s lives. more…
2020 NSC Volunteer Of The Year – Rene Lessard
At the 2020 AGM on December 16th, the NSC Volunteer of the Year (NAVAA Trophy) was announced and virtually awarded to Rene Lessard. Rene was selected by his fellow members and volunteers for his exceptional contributions as part of the Harbour and Yard team during 2020. more…
2021 Board Of Directors
See who’s who on the Fiscal Year 2021 Board of Directors appointed at the 16 December 2020 virtual AGM.
The Sesiya Project
At the AGM, Michele Cimon, Sail Training and Able Sail Director, announced “The Sesiya Project”. Through a generous donation from Bill James of Guelph, this fall NSC acquired a 1976 C&C 27-3 for use in our Sail Training and Able Sail Programs. See the AGM slides, or visit nsc.ca/Sesiya/ for more info.
Fleet Highlight Award Winners – 2020
We are pleased to announce the winners of Fleet’s highlight awards 2020. Boole Trophy for Outstanding Sportsmanship: Mason Nihmey. Weeknight Race Committee Volunteer: Nancy Halliday. Dumpers Plaque: Doug McGhan and Matt Davidge. more…
NSC, 1979-1994 – The First Fifteen Years
In 1995, Mo Laidlaw authored and published a 96 page book titled “Nepean Sailing Club, 1979 to 1994, The First Fifteen Years”, as shown below. more…
2020 Annual Report
This year’s annual report is ready! more…
AGM, December 16 @ 1900
The 2020 AGM was held over Zoom on December 16, with 106 participants, without any major technical issues. Below is the original notice, along with the links to the AGM docs. more…
The Galley is closed until further notice
It comes with deep regret to inform you that after a review of existing conditions effecting the Club’s Hospitality Services, the decision has been made by the NSC’s Board of Directors to suspend these services (effective November 19th 2020) for the remainder of the autumn and winter months. more…