Ice is now covering the huge snowfall that hit southern Ontario the second weekend in February. Temperatures are expected to rise well above freezing again, which has been the pattern for the entire winter – so even iceboating has come to a halt!
The 2017 driveHG.ca J/24 Worlds will be awarded the Chisholm Trophy for Excellence in Race Management at the 2017 Sail Canada Awards celebration March 2, 2018.
This award, donated by the Ontario Sailing Association, was established in 1993. Emblematic of excellence in race management, the Chisholm Trophy recognizes the club or association responsible for the regatta with the best-managed races during the time frame of December 2, 2016 to December 1, 2017. The winner is selected on the basis of the quality of race management. The following criteria must also be met:
-The regatta must be a provincial, national, continental or world championship event held in Canada.
-The minimum number of races as prescribed in the sailing instructions must be completed.
-The Race Committee Chairperson must hold a valid Sail Canada Race Management certification.
-In order to be eligible for this award, clubs or associations must be members in good standing with the Sail Canada.
Rossi Milev is one of three finalists for The 2017 Sail Canada Rolex Sailor of the Year Award, which will be revealed at the Awards celebration on March 2, 2017.
Plan your schedule to attend the Canadian j/24 National Championships in Kingston, Ontario during CORK August 18-20, 2018.
For more information contact Jean Levac jeanlevac@rogers.com