The National Capital Region

With its head office in Ottawa, the Georgian Bay Sailing Centre (GBSC) has chosen to concentrate its sailing activities at the Aylmer Marina (CVGR) located on Lake Deschênes and the Ottawa River. Web site: http://www.cvgr.qc.ca.

This body of water is very popular with sailors. It is actually a widening of the Ottawa River and navigable from the Deschênes rapids at the east to the Alumettes island, 40 km further to the west. This lovely section of river offers magnificent views of the Gatineau Hills and several interesting anchoring spots where one can spend the night.

The proximity of Aylmer to the Britannia Yacht Club and Nepean Yacht Club (just across the lake) allows us to participate in weekly races every Wednesday nights - an excellent way to hone your sailing skills if that’s your cup of tea!

Pictures of the Aylmer marina (CVGR):

• View from the Harbourhouse
• View of the docks during sunset

Georgian Bay

Situated close to the major urban centres, Georgian Bay is a water paradise well suited for long cruises and over night sailing. This pristine body of water, dotted with thousands of islands, offers challenges and training from the novice to the more experienced sailors. It provides exceptional anchorages and memorable experiences.

Lake Champlain

This new site for our 2007 season is considered as the 6th great lake. Lake Champlain is well suited for live aboard cruises. It offers challenges and training from the novice to the experienced sailors. It provides great anchorages and memorable experiences.

Lake Ontario

Our new sailing site for the 2008 season is Lake Ontario. It is easily accessible from Kingston. Sailing to the Thousand Islands is just one of the great sites to visit. It offers challenges and training from the novice to the experienced sailors. It also provides great anchorages and memorable experiences.