Able Sail Toronto is a registered charity that allows persons with physical disabilities to experience the joys of sailing. By using specially crafted sail boats, individuals with any amount of mobility are able to sail Lake Ontario in a safe and supported environment. We hire individuals to support our summer programming by coordinating sailing excursions and being responsible for day to day operations of the program. All positions are filled for 2026. Thank you, Join OUR TEAM in 2027!

Joseph is a CANSail 3/4 Instructor. He began sailing at TSCC, where he developed a love for the sport that has continued to grow over the years. He went on to coach at National Yacht Club as an instructor for two summers, gaining valuable experience teaching sailors of different ages and skill levels. It was during his time at National that he first learned about Able Sail Toronto, an organization whose mission strongly resonated with him, inspiring his interest in joining the team. Outside of sailing, Joseph stays active in his community through a range of extracurriculars, including playing violin in the Queen’s Orchestra and holding several teaching positions around Kingston.

Max is a CANSail 1/2 sailing instructor with CANSail 5 certification. He is a familiar friendly face you will recognize, as he volunteered at Able Sail Toronto in 2025. Max taught CANSail 1/2 at RCYC in 2024, and is an avid racer racing 420's and whatever boat he can get on. He has also instructed skiing at Blue mountain and been a karate instructor.

Max plans to go to Queens University studying finance after he graduates and we know he will excel at everything he does. Welcome back Max!

Hi, I'm Louisa! This is my second year at Able Sail, and I'm looking forward to meeting everyone. I have been sailing and racing my entire life, big boats and small, including for the National Yacht Club.  I've volunteered with other organizations and love getting to know and work with people. The past few summers I've worked at yacht clubs here in Toronto and have focused on improving my skills and qualifications, including working toward my commercial captain license.  With the other sports and interests I've enjoyed, I find sailing unique in the perseverance and mental fortitude it requires.  I believe my sailing experience has helped shape the person I am today and it means a lot to me to be able to help others enjoy the sport.  There's nothing better than being out on the water on a lovely summer day.

Stefan is a CANSail 3/4 Instructor and he is returning to Able Sail Toronto for his third year. Stefan has instructed CANSail 1/2, CANSail 3/4 and at Able Sail Toronto CANSail Para 1. Stefan is an avid racer and enjoys sharing his enthusiasm for racing when he coaches. He is in second year Integrated Science (iSci) student at McMaster University.

Ainsley is a familiar friendly face you will recognize, she drove water taxi at NYC in 2023, 2024 and 2025. She was an avid racer up to CANSail 6 racing 420's and Laser's on Race Teams at National Yacht Club, TSCC and RCYC. She is going into her 2nd year at the University of Windsor studying Human Kinetics and Sport Psychology.

In addition to sailing Ainsley is an avid baseball player on U21/U19/16 Teams for Ontario Women’s Baseball 2011 to present, she is also on the University of Windsor Men’s baseball team since 2024.

Sam is joining us again for his fifth year. Sam is an engineering student at McMaster University, he is studying mechanical engineering and is interested in the adaptation of existing technologies to open up opportunities and experiences to everyone. This year he is excited to be working on the assistive devices R&D and development.

Armin is returning to Able Sail Toronto for a third year. He is a third-year student at McMaster University and is enrolled in the nursing (BScN) program. Armin loves sailing and the feeling of freedom that it brings and wants to share that feeling with others. He also loves music and playing the drums... be ready for him to ask you for music recommendations!