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 2025. Join us in 2026!
Stefan is returning to Able Sail Toronto for his second year. Stefan has CANSail 3/4 Coaching Certification(which includes 1/2) from Ontario Sailing; Coach Boat Safety Certification from Ontario Sailing, Bronze Cross/Bronze Medallion/Bronze Star Certification from the Lifesaving Society of Canada; Emergency and Standard First Aid Certification from the Canadian Red Cross.
His Sailing Level is CANSail 1-3, Race Team (CANSail 4-6 equivalent) from Sail Canada.
Stefan instructed CANSail1/2, iCANSail, and taught adults CANSail3/4 in 2022 and 2023.
Hey, my name's Emma Dale!
Although I grew up sailing/racing in Lake Ontario’s Golden Horseshoe (GTA), a lot of my professional sailing has been done abroad. I have worked in Vancouver, Halifax, Newfoundland, Italy, and Bermuda! I have coached youth, youth dinghy racing, adult dinghy programming, keelboating, and have previously worked with able sail Kingston. I love watching sailors learn to understand the complex sport.
A great sailor has to proactively adapt their boat for conditions that are constantly changing. In my experience, those who are differently abled have more than enough experience proactively adapting to their constantly changing conditions. I am extremely excited to witness new levels of perseverance as our local sailors achieve truly awesome sailing!
My sailing fun fact is: I literally always wear my life jacket!
Davis is a CANSail sailing instructor that hails from Vancouver, BC. He taught sailing at Mac Sailing School to adults and youth, which is at Jericho Beach in Vancouver, which is also the location of the Jericho Sailing Centre and the Adaptive Sailing Association of BC. He is studying at Toronto Metropolitan University doing a BEng in aerospace engineering. Davis is on the Toronto Metropolitan Formula Racing Team participating in the design and fabrication of an electric Formula 1 style racecar and designed and modeled the seat for the driver. And he is a competitive volleyball player! Welcome to the team Davis!
Hi all, my name is Andrew this will be my first summer working at Able Sail Toronto. I have been sailing all my life and have competed in many different fleets and locations. I have spent the past two summers working teaching sailing to both adults and children. I am very excited to join the Able Sail team, and look forward to the summer.
Hi! I'm Vani, I am returning to Able Sail Toronto for a second year. I also volunteered with Able Sail Toronto during the Mobility Cup 2023, and have experience volunteering with other organizations such as Girl Guides of Canada, the River-wood Conservancy and Greenpeace Canada. Through sports, I have discovered a beautiful avenue for learning and growth and wish to bring the same passion to others. Excited for this sailing season!
Hi, I'm Louisa! This is my first 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. Although this is my first Able Sail experience, 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.