Kingston, April 16, 2025 – Sail Canada shared the following statement from its Chief Executive Officer Ryan Kelly regarding SailGP’s announcement (https://sailgp.com/news/25/revealed-sailgp-previews-first-details-2026-season-calendar) today of an event in Season 6 to be held in Halifax in June 2026.
“Sail Canada is excited to see SailGP to be back in Canada in June 2026. In 2024, Halifax demonstrated it was a great location and host for this major international sailing circuit, and we know it will be another Canadian success. SailGP events attract millions of fans from around the world, and we look forward to seeing thousands of spectators back in Halifax to enjoy exciting racing as the F50 foiling catamarans reach speeds up to 100 km/h.”
“Congratulations to Sail Nova Scotia and its team who has secured the SailGP event for Canada, and we look forward to working with partners to build a legacy for this event, including inspiring young Canadian sailors.”
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.
