2023 Learn to Cruise, Power and Navigation National Stakeholder Update

SinC Sail Canada Cruise Power Nav Update

April 19, 2023

Sail Canada hosted a national update focusing on changes to the Cruising, Power and Navigation system on April 4. The session focussed on a number of updates to the Learn to Cruise and Power system, including a review of certification and recertification policies, changes to standards (Navigation, Catamaran, Advanced) and a brief industry update.

Check it out here:
www.sailing.ca/keelboat-cruising-instructor/

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