Outer Harbour Sailing Federation

A community of affordable water sport clubs on Toronto's Outer Harbour. Join us to sail, row, windsurf or paddle – with or without owning your own boat

OHSF clubs with Toronto skyline at sunset

Outer Harbour Sailing Federation

A community of affordable water sport clubs on Toronto's Outer Harbour. Join us to sail, row, windsurf or paddle – with or without owning your own boat

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Matthew Burpee

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Saint James Town Sailing Club: Sailing, Community & Connection This June

Summer is in full swing in Toronto’s waterfront and the Outer Harbour. Saint James Town Sailing Club, with 200 members, is alive with activity, helping people learn to sail, get out on the water, and build a fun, healthy, and environmentally aware community. Here are some highlights from a recent email. June Highlights: Learn to Sail: Beginner clinics (CANSail 1–4), Laser, and Catamaran training are underway. “Old Salt Days” pair new sailors with experienced members for hands-on learning. Race & Train: Albacore Fun Races (June 7), the Harbour Master Series

by Matthew Burpee
Photos

Photo Recap: OHSF Club Crawl 2025 Was a Party of Pirates!

On Saturday, May 31, the clubs in the Outer Harbour came alive with food, music, and swashbuckling fun! Dressed in pirate-tropical flair, members crawled from club to club, raising funds for the OHSF Jr Sailing Camp. The final tally is coming in, but the fundraising total is looking good. Many thanks to all who organized and participated in this. Relive the magic in our shared photo gallery! 🏴‍☠️🌴⛵ Slideshow Tip: Move your mouse over and select the right arrow.

by Matthew Burpee
Events

OUTER HARBOUR CLUB CRAWL 2025

5 PM SATURDAY, MAY 31 FOOD, MUSIC & MERRIMENT COME IN YOUR BEST PIRATE TROPICAL WEAR FOR AN EVENING OF FUN OR YE WALK THE PLANK! Facebook Event RSVP CLUB CRAWL • 5:00 - 5:45 TORONTO WINDSURFING CLUB • 5:45 - 6:30 WATER RATS SAILING CLUB • 6:30 - 7:15 MOOREDALE SAILING CLUB & AQUATIC PARK SAILING CLUB • 7:15 - 8:00 ST. JAMESTOWN SAILING CLUB (J-TOWN) • 8:00 - 8:45 WESTWOOD SAILING CLUB • 8:45 - 9:30 OUTER HARBOUR CENTREBOARD CLUB • 9:30 - 10:15 TORONTO MULTIHULL CRUISING CLUB • 10:15 TBA TICKET SALES AVAILABLE FROM YOUR HOME CLUB • EARLY BIRD TICKET $20 U

by Matthew Burpee
General

Remembering former Commodore Paul Howard: A Life of Adventure, Knowledge, and Inspiration

Celebration of the life Date: Saturday, July 12th Time: 1:00 pm - light refreshments 2:00 - open mic: please feel free to share your memories of Paul 3:00 -sail past in honour of Paul for those who would like to participate. Place: TMCC, 16 Regatta Rd, Toronto Please RSVP to Chris Weigel - chrissailing.cw@gmailcom Paul Howard, an extraordinary sailor, adventurer, and community leader, passed away peacefully on November 30, 2024, at 80, after a courageous battle with cancer. Known for his deep knowledge, sailing expertise, and inspiring optimism, Paul circumnaviga

by Matthew Burpee
General

Club Profile: Water Rats Sailing Club

The Water Rat Sailing Club is a non-profit, volunteer-driven organization providing accessible and inclusive on-water sports and recreation opportunities to Torontonians since its founding in 1969. Nestled in the Outer Harbour by Cherry Beach, the club offers dinghy sailing and paddling to over 200 members and their families. These members participate in various watercraft, including dinghies, catamarans, and kayaks. As one of the largest Laser fleets in Canada, Water Rats fosters both competitive and recreational sailing while maintaining a strong sense of community th

by Matthew Burpee
Events

Watch Sailing at the Olympic Games, Jul 28-Aug 8

Watch Live on CBC See Team Canada sailing on July 28-August 8 (Days 2-13) from the Marseille Marina. Men’s and women’s windsurfing (iQFOiL) Men’s and women’s dinghy (ILCA 7 – men, ILCA 6 – women) Men’s and women’s skiff (49er – men, 49er FX – women) Men’s and women’s kite (Formula Kite) Mixed multihull (Nacra 17) Mixed dinghy (470) Events: 10 (4 men, 4 women, 2 mixed) Meet the team! Watch on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/p/C95Xpket6ql/ 2024 CANADIAN SAILING TEAM

by Matthew Burpee
Safety, Toronto

Another “100-year storm” leads to E. coli Warnings

Tuesday's rain storm delivered a month's rain in 3 hours, capping off a wet 7 days. It may have been Toronto's third “100-year storm” since 2013. It caused flooding in the Don Valley, the Portlands, and many areas in Toronto. It's recommended to not swim for two days after a big storm due to E. coli levels. Cherry Beach, usually a Blue Flag beach, was unsafe to swim on Wednesday. Swimming during and after storms, floods, or heavy rainfall is discouraged due to potential bacteria risks indicated by cloudy water. E. coli counts from recent beach water samples determine

by Matthew Burpee
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