Kingston, December 4, 2024 – Sail Canada and Gallagher, one of the world’s largest insurance brokerage, risk management and consulting firms, are pleased to announce the extension of their long-time partnership for an additional five years.
Since 2013, Gallagher has been the exclusive insurance provider for Sail Canada. Thanks to this partnership, Sail Canada members can save on their home and auto insurance by submitting a request for a quote online at https://www.ajg.com/ca/home-and-auto-insurance/, by email at pisales@ajg.com or by phone at 833-752-8726.
With the partnership, Sail Canada members have access to exclusive benefits on their Gallagher Skippers’ Plan boat insurance. Benefits also apply to current members of yacht clubs and sailing schools, spouses of eligible members and all dependent children of members (provided they reside with the individual and are 25 years of age or younger, or attending school or college). More information is available at https://skippersplan.com/sail-canada/.
Gallagher Skippers’ Plan is also the official sponsor of Sail Canada’s Gallagher Skippers’ Plan Athlete/Team of the Year Award, which annually celebrates the current Canadian Sailing Team athletes/teams who have a record of outstanding achievement in national and international competitions. Santiago 2023 Pan American Gold medalist in Starfish Lee Parkhill and silver medalist in ILCA 6 Sarah Douglas are last year’s Sail Canada’s Gallagher Skipper’s Plan Athlete/Team of the Year Award winners. More information about Sail Canada’s Gallagher Skipper’s Plan Athlete/Team of the Year Award is available at https://www.sailing.ca/the-skippers-plan-athletes-teams-of-the-year-past-winners/.
“Gallagher Skippers’ Plan has proudly supported the sailing community for over 70 years, and our partnership with Sail Canada is a testament to our shared commitment to excellence”, said Michael Hewett, Vice President of Gallagher Skippers’ Plan Marine Insurance. “Sail Canada’s high-calibre training programs for sailors and athletes align perfectly with our mission to provide comprehensive insurance solutions and risk management strategies. We are thrilled to continue this partnership and look forward to many more years of supporting the growth and success of Canadian sailing.”
“Sail Canada is privileged to count Gallagher as our longtime partner”, said Sail Canada Chief Executive Officer, Ryan Kelly. “The renewal of this contract is a demonstration by Gallagher of their love for the sport of sailing, not only by financial and insurance policy support for the development of the sport in the country, but also by extensive benefits to all registered sailors, coaches and officials in Canada. Thank you so much for your trust and support in the past years and those to come!”
About Gallagher
Gallagher Skippers’ Plan, a division of Arthur J. Gallagher Canada Limited, has been a trusted name in marine insurance for over 70 years. Specializing in tailored insurance solutions for boaters, yacht clubs, and sailing schools, Gallagher Skippers’ Plan offers comprehensive coverage and exceptional service to meet the unique needs of the sailing community. For more information, visit https://skippersplan.com.
Arthur J. Gallagher Canada Limited, a subsidiary of Arthur J. Gallagher & Co., is one of the leading insurance brokerages, risk management, and consulting firms in the country. With a presence in over 30 locations across Canada, Gallagher Canada provides businesses and individuals with tailored insurance solutions and comprehensive risk management strategies. Our commitment to delivering exceptional service and innovative solutions has earned us the trust of clients across various industries. Gallagher Canada is dedicated to helping clients protect their assets, manage their risks, and achieve their goals. For more information, visit https://www.ajg.com/ca.
About Sail Canada
Established in 1931, Sail Canada is the national governing body for the sport of sailing in the country. Sail Canada is a leading international sailing nation, proud of its world class athletes, lifelong participants and inclusive culture. The organization and its members are committed to excellence by developing and training its leaders, athletes, sailors, instructors, coaches and officials. With the valued support from our partners, the Provincial Sailing Associations and our member clubs, schools, organizations and stakeholders, sailing is promoted in all its forms. By setting standards and delivering programs from home pond to podium for Canadians of all ages and abilities, from dinghies to keelboats, cruising to navigation, windsurfing to powerboating and accessible sailing, Sail Canada sets sail for all, sail to win and sail for life.
A sport in the Olympic program since the first Games in 1896, except in 1904, the pursuit of success in these Games is what fuels the focus of Sail Canada as Canadian athletes have so far achieved nine Olympic and five Paralympic medals.
