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Sidney North Saanich Yacht Club

SNSYC was founded in 1981 by a group of individuals interested in boating. From the outset it was friendly and unpretentious, providing an affordable and accessible club serving the powerboat and sailboat communities. The club has about 660 members and a very active Junior Program. The Clubhouse is a distinctive former heritage home, providing club members with a casual atmosphere, with a full service bar and dining room for members, guests, and reciprocal yacht club members. Our reciprocal dock is located at North Saanich Marina on the west shore of Tsehum Harbour.

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1949 Marina Way, North Saanich, BC V8L 6B3, Canada

Phone: +1 250-656-4600

Email: [email protected]

Website: sidneynorthsaanichyachtclub.wildapricot.org

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Deb’s Day Out: All at Sea – Sailing at Sidney North Saanich Yacht Club

by Deborah Rogers – 

I’ve been out in boats before and always find myself feeling anxious about my total lack of control! So an adult beginner lesson was just what I needed to show me that you can teach an old dog new tricks, and that sailing a boat under wind is a truly exhilarating experience.

Sidney North Saanich Yacht Club (SNSYC) is hidden at the very end of Marina Way; you have to know it’s there to find it. The attractive white clubhouse was originally a private residence, but since 1981 has been the home of SNSYC with a bar, restaurant and member facilities such as a workshop and meeting rooms. It provides a social hub alongside the amenities, giving members access to reciprocal privileges at 95 other Clubs in the Pacific Northwest and an extensive range of events and activities like talks, parties and games nights. There’s also a racing program, two annual regattas and a very popular cruising section.

Crucially, SNSYC has a dock at the marina where they house a small fleet of club boats ranging in size from small dinghies that the junior sailing programs use, to two 25-foot keelboats – one set up for racing and the other for day or weekend sailing. Members have access to these boats once they are qualified to sail. And to sailing instructors, which is where I come into the story.

I was fortunate to be in the good hands of Thomas Bennett, who has extensive experience sailing and racing. He’s only 18, but exuded the confidence of someone much older, putting me at ease that I wasn’t going to end up in the water! Thomas had a junior volunteer – Hugh – with him too, so as we got the Martin 242 ready to leave the dock there wasn’t too much for me to do.

Once outside the harbour’s safe waters we got the sails up, and then things got interesting. There was a whole lot of hauling and fastening and (alarming) flapping as the mainsail was set and I was talked through the principals of wind moving over the sheet and how to make all the small adjustments that add up to big efficiencies of movement. With even just a moderate wind, we were soon making brisk progress towards Sidney Spit. Let’s not kid ourselves: safe sailing requires more than a few hours of instruction, but I was able to participate as we performed some tacks. With guidance I controlled the jib, pulling and releasing ropes as we changed direction. Thomas tested my resolve by taking us into quite a heel at one point – that’s where I found myself on the interesting edge between excited and scared, with the wind whipping my hair and the water surprisingly close to the cockpit’s lip.

As is often the way, the wind died down, and we made slow progress getting back to the marina. It was time to relax into the feel of being on the water: listen to the gentle sounds of wave and wind and birds, and admire some of the other boats out there. I was exhausted after my lesson, even though I felt I hadn’t done much myself. The fresh air, adrenaline and concentration had affected me. I think sailing has to become an instinct, like driving a car: you wouldn’t expect to be able to do that with just one lesson, but I enjoyed the experience and can imagine the pleasure of mastering the skill, using the elements to move rather than an engine.

I can also imagine myself taking to the yacht club lifestyle! It is extraordinarily beautiful to sit in the clubhouse (once cleaned up from a day on the water) and take in the view over a drink. With a new chef, Robert Mountfort, at the helm, the SNSYC restaurant is a great place to eat. Trained under Chef Pierre at the Deep Cove Chalet, Rob has brought a classic French cuisine to the club with an Asian twist and lots of fresh seafood and seasonal ingredients. The setting, the food and the friendly staff combined to create a very special experience: the crème caramel that I finished with took me right back to childhood trips to France and stood out in a meal full of standout dishes. It was a magical finish to a day that started so anxiously.

For more info, visit www.snsyc.ca.

What do you want to see Deb do next? Send your ideas or invitations to [email protected]. 

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1949 Marina Way,North Saanich,BC,V8L 6B3,Canada

Business name : Sidney North Saanich Yacht Club

SNSYC was founded in 1981 by a group of individuals interested in boating. From the outset it was designed to be an affordable and accessible club serving both the powerboat and sail boat communities. Nowadays, the club has about 800 members and a very active and evolving Junior Program. The distinctive and well-appointed clubhouse, converted from an old family home, is located on the west shore of Tsehum Harbour in a park-like setting of lawns, gardens, and trees.

The club operates a reciprocal dock and a full service bar and restaurant available to members, their guests, and to members of sister yacht clubs. In addition to these amenities, a vibrant social calendar provides a wide range of activities for members – both on and off the water. Included in the on-water activities are cruises, racing, junior sailing and junior summer school programs. The junior summer school is open to the entire community and trains about 200 youths between the ages of 8 and 18 each year – over 3,000 have been trained to date. The clubhouse is the venue for a wide variety of activities including social events, speakers’ series, education programs, bridge tournaments, and various annual ceremonies. In addition, the clubhouse can be rented by members for private events such as weddings, and anniversary parties.

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Application Requirements  Applicants should be between 7 and 18 years of age.  The application form and payment must be received before the child's place in the course can be reserved.  There is a Zero Tolerance policy for drugs, alcohol and cigarettes. If caught, the child will be expelled from the course without refund.  Poor behaviour, or behavior which might jeopardize the safety of others, or cause negligent damage to the club facilities and boats, may be grounds for expulsion from the course without refund.  Courses will not be extended because of lack of wind or poor weather.  Children who wear glasses or expensive sunglasses must wear straps for them (e.g. Croakies) Refund Policy  Full refund of Summer Sailing course fees will be provided to those who withdraw a minimum of three weeks prior to classes commencing; or at any time prior to classes commencing if an alternate child is available to fill the vacancy created.  A pro-rated refund, less $50, will be provided to those who must cease attendance after a course has commenced because of unanticipated illness [upon receipt of certification by a doctor] or other extenuating circumstances such as family emergency, as deemed satisfactory to the SNSYC Executive. Financial Assistance Application Criteria  Letter of application for funding. Describe your child and how our program can help. Justify why the assistance is required.  Second letter from teacher, friend or neighbour confirming why the child and family are suitable candidates.  Mail to SNSYC labeled “Summer Sailing School Bursary Application”. I, the undersigned, as a parent or legal guardian of the above student, hereby agree to waive all rights of action against the Sidney North Saanich Yacht Club, its Officers, Members, Agents and employees to hold them harmless from all claims, actions or demands by, or on behalf of, the student that may arise from the participation in the SNSYC Summer Sailing League programme. I hereby permit SNSYC to retain and use information on this application form for yacht club purposes in accordance with SNSYC’s privacy policy. I herby permit SNSYC to use photographs of the student taken during the sailing program to be used for promoting the sailing program, such as in a SNSYC brochure, website, or newsletter.

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Northern Yacht Club sets sail with significant upgrades

From: Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency

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Federal investment helps upgrade dock, power, and water services infrastructure in North Sydney

May 9, 2024 · North Sydney, Nova Scotia · Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency (ACOA)

Marine tourism plays an important role in attracting visitors to Cape Breton’s shores, contributing to its economic growth. The Northern Yacht Club in North Sydney acts as a gathering point for boaters from near and far, drawing visitors to the area and contributing to a vibrant community.

Jaime Battiste, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Crown-Indigenous Relations and Member of Parliament for Sydney – Victoria, today announced a non-repayable contribution of $147,400 to the Northern Yacht Club to help upgrade the club’s facilities and services. This announcement was made on behalf of the Honourable Gudie Hutchings, Minister of Rural Economic Development and Minister responsible for ACOA.

This investment will support a number of upgrades including replacing aging infrastructure and installing environmentally friendly, plastic EZ docks, which are easier to maintain and more resilient against the harsh maritime weather. New power and water pedestals will also replace those lost in recent storms, improving safety and functionality of the marina. This project ensures the club can continue to promote boating in the region and provide the facilities necessary to support visiting vessels from Canada and international ports.

By investing in projects like this one, the Government of Canada is strengthening its commitment to helping communities flourish and pursue opportunities for growth.

"We support brighter futures and stronger local communities when we invest in infrastructure. Your federal government is proud to support the North Sydney Yacht Club to ensure that it can continue to welcome both local and international visitors for another 100 years. This will ensure North Sydney's economy sails to greater successes.” - The Honourable Gudie Hutchings, Minister of Rural Economic Development and Minister responsible for ACOA

"Situated near Sydney and attractions like the Cabot Trail, the Northern Yacht Club is a prime spot for sailors and tourists. With these upgrades, the club is enhancing its appeal as a destination for all.” - Jaime Battiste, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Crown-Indigenous Relations and Member of Parliament for Sydney – Victoria

“The Northern Yacht Club is very appreciative of the support from ACOA as it strives to make necessary improvements in its docking facilities and services. As a result of this contribution, the club will continue to provide top notch, accessible docking for its members and visiting boaters from Canada and around the world.” - John Astephen, Commodore, Northern Yacht Club

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The Northern Yacht Club (NYC) has a rich sailing and event hosting history, including international, national, and regional events. In 2025, the club will celebrate its 100 th anniversary with a season full of special events and a week-long regatta.

During the summers of 2014, 2015, and 2016, NYC participated in Race the Cape, playing host to keelboats from various ports in the Maritimes and the Eastern United States. In 2022, the club hosted the Mobility Cup, an international regatta for sailors with disabilities.

The funding announced today is provided through the Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency’s (ACOA)  Innovative Communities Fund (ICF) .

The ICF builds on the strengths of communities and provides the tools needed to identify opportunities for sustainable economic growth.

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