In 2022, Sail Nova Scotia raised funds to support sailors and athletes who compete in our of province regattas in an “Unsupported Olympic and Non-Olympic class.

These are classes not currently listed in the Sail Canada and Sail Nova Scotia Performance Pathways.

In 2024 supported Performance or Olympic Pathway classes were ILCA 6 (female), ILCA 7 (male), 29er, 49erFX, and 49er. Athletes in these classes must be working with a coach. Athletes not working with a coach (ie Masters sailors) are eligible.

“Support” refers to Coaching Support, Equipment Support, and Financial Support in place for those classes.

Sail Nova Scotia will receive applications year-round. These will be judged by the Sail Nova Scotia Board of Directors.

Award recipients are to recognize the funding by Sail Nova Scotia where opportunities exist. ie. Social Media, speaking engagements, newsletters, etc.

Funding recipients grant Sail Nova Scotia the permission to use their likeness in a photograph, video or digital or other medium in any and all of its publications, including website entries, or promotional materials without payment or any other consideration.