Sail Canada's Youth Fest back August 11-15 in Kingston

Sail Canada's Youth Fest © Sail Canada

Sail Canada is excited to announce that Youth Fest, a sailing event focusing on training and development now extended to U21 sailors, will make its return, August 11-15, 2026, in Kingston.

Sail Canada 2026 Youth Fest will be hosted by CORK/Sail Kingston along with CORK International.

The 5-day event will be focused on participation, training, development, social activities and fun!

Young Canadian sailors from across the country are encouraged to gather in Kingston for a great week on the water! The event will include the Club 420, 29er, and ILCA 4, 6 and 7 classes.

Sailors and coaches will also benefit from training opportunities while receiving support from Canada's top sailing coaches and officials.

The Notice of race and registration for Sail Canada 2026 Youth Fest will be available in the new year.

Helly Hansen is the proud prize sponsor for the 2026 Sail Canada Championships.

Sail Canada Championships are funded - in part- by the Government of Canada.