FRIDAY, MAY 8, 2026 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM
🕒 1‑Hour Power Session
PRESENTERS
Irene McNeill – International Race Officer
The first Canadian woman to earn the title of International Race Officer from World Sailing, Irene has helped shape race management nationally. She co‑founded the LEAP program with three other women to encourage girls in sailing and has been a driving force in advancing women’s leadership in the sport. Irene is a proud recipient of the Order of Canada for her outstanding contributions to sailing.
Neil McNeill – Club Race Officer & Club Judge
Neil brings extensive on‑water experience, serving on numerous protest committees and excelling in his favourite role as mark setter. He works closely with race committees to deliver smooth, fair, and well‑run starts.
RACE OFFICER PROCESSES & ABC’S OF A GOOD START
Join us for a focused seminar on the responsibilities, decision‑making, and best practices that underpin effective race management. This session gives sailors, volunteers, and club members a clear look at how races are planned, executed, and kept safe and fair.
⭐ WHAT YOU’LL LEARN
- Race Officer roles and qualifications
- Course design and race‑day preparation
- Managing starts, finishes, and on‑water communication
- Safety considerations and risk management
- Working with volunteers and race committee teams
👥 WHO SHOULD ATTEND
- New and returning volunteers
- Sailors interested in understanding race procedures
- Anyone supporting race operations or Mobility Cup preparation
🎯 WHY IT MATTERS
Whether you’re new to race management or looking to deepen your knowledge, this seminar offers valuable insight into the essential work behind every successful regatta.
RSVP to Eleanor at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. right away, there is limited space!
FRIDAY, MAY 22, 2026 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM
🕒 1‑Hour Power Session
PRESENTERS
Katie Coleman-Nicoll – National Judge and Umpire
Dale King – Regional Judge
LEVEL UP YOUR RACE‑DAY SKILLS
A fast, focused seminar that gets volunteers and new racers fully confident with the process of a protest, when to and when not to.
⭐ WHAT YOU’LL LEARN
- What is a protest
- Knowing the rules and abiding them prevents protests
- What to do if you are protested
- What to do if you are protesting
👥 WHO SHOULD ATTEND
- New and returning volunteers
- Sailors interested in understanding race procedures
- Anyone supporting race operations or Mobility Cup preparation
🎯 WHY IT MATTERS
Understanding race rules of sailing ensures smoother, safer, and more enjoyable racing for everyone — on the water and on shore.
RSVP to Eleanor at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. right away, there is limited space!
Date Tuesday May 5, 2026 from 7PM - 9PM
Learn the Practices & Procedures of the Toronto Harbour in this 1-Night Course.
Includes in-class instruction, on-water testing in a 16-foot powerboat and a written examination for your Toronto Power Vessel Operator Permit (PVOP).
*PCOC required pre-requisite*
SOLD OUT
To obtain the NYC member rate you must be a registered volunteer, specify "Able Sail Toronto Volunteer" in the notes field and reference your NYC Member Number.
REGISTRATION
Complete the General Course Registration Form and email completed form to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..
These courses fill up fast, book your spot by filling in the form and sending it in with your credit card info.
Learn emergency radio procedures and everyday operating techniques. Course content covers the uses of marine radios, choice of frequencies, operation, phonetic alphabet, procedural words and phrases, as well as Digital Selective Calling and the Global Maritime Distress and Safety System (DSC/GMDSS).
Registration includes course textbook, textbook, in person review session and examination for the Restricted Operator Certificate (Maritime) with DSC Endorsement. Please note that independent study is required prior to the course date.
Successful participants will receive their ROC(M) License, which is a lifelong certification and a requirement for all those using a VHF radio. This course also can be taken to upgrade your license to include DSC endorsement.
To operate a maritime radio, you need the certificate. It’s the law!
Saturday, May 30, 2026 - 10am to 4pm - held in the Chartroom
COURSE FEE
NYC Members – $220 + HST
Non-Members – $265 + HST
To obtain the NYC member rate you must be a registered volunteer, specify "Able Sail Toronto Volunteer" in the notes field and reference your NYC Member Number.
REGISTRATION
Complete the General Course Registration Form and email completed form to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..
This course fills up SUPER fast, book your spot by filling in the form and sending it in with your credit card info.
Date Tuesday June 2, 2026 from 7PM - 9PM
Learn the Practices & Procedures of the Toronto Harbour in this 1-Night Course.
Includes in-class instruction, on-water testing in a 16-foot powerboat and a written examination for your Toronto Power Vessel Operator Permit (PVOP).
*PCOC required pre-requisite*
COURSE FEE:
NYC Members - $85 + HST
Non-Members - $110 + HST
Class size limited, sign up today!
To obtain the NYC member rate you must be a registered volunteer, specify "Able Sail Toronto Volunteer" in the notes field and reference your NYC Member Number.
REGISTRATION
Complete the General Course Registration Form and email completed form to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..
These courses fill up fast, book your spot by filling in the form and sending it in with your credit card info.
If you already have a Powered Vessel Operator’s Permit you can renew it by phoning the permit office at 416-778-1230 or by mailing a cheque payable to “Toronto Port Authority” with your renewal form and fee. Your Permit can be renewed for one or two years at a time. Phone before 4pm.
The renewal fee for a Powered Vessel Operator’s Permit is $20 per year.
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Failure to renew a permit prohibits the operator from navigating a powered vessel in the Port and Harbour of Toronto. If you fail to renew your permit for 1 to 2 consecutive years, the permit may be reinstated by the payment of the fee for the outstanding year(s) plus the current year. If 3 consecutive years are missed, the operator will be required to retake the test but will not be required to pay for missed year(s). All fees and charges would apply as for a first time applicant.
