Welcome to DSAO!The Disabled Sailing Association of Ontario (DSAO) is dedicated to providing people living with a disability the opportunity to learn about and enjoy sailing. The DSAO is a non-profit charitable organization founded, organized and run by people with disabilities, and is uniquely attuned to the needs and desires of its participants. DSAO's mission: - To provide sailing opportunities for Ontarians, regardless of ability or age.
- To provide unique, enjoyable experiences for its participants which include opportunities for social, recreational, rehabilitative and competitive activities.
- To build confidence and self-esteem for people with disabilities, and enhance their independence.
- To facilitate integration of disabled and able-bodied recreation and competition.
The success of sailing as a recreational and rehabilitation program for the disabled is evident in both the growing numbers of people with disabilities that participate in these programs, and in the enthusiastic support that DSA-Ontario has already received from disabled communities, organizations and funding agencies. Supporters are inspired by the realization that the lakes and oceans of Canada serve as a great healer and equalizer – people with mobility impairments can leave their wheelchairs (and their disabilities) behind, and enjoy the independence and freedom that one experiences when wind, sun and spray join forces to make a perfect sailing day. |
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DSAO Latest News
Call for Teams to enter the ABYC One-design and Open Regatta, May 26-27Calling all racers! The ABYC One-design and Open Regatta will take place May 26 and 27, 2012. If you are a DSAO member interested in entering, please notify Goran Bulut (
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) or the QQDSP by phone (416-214-0358) as soon as possible that you wish to attend, and whether you are competing in the silver or gold fleet. A total of 4 Martin 16s are available for this race: 2 teams consisting of 2 sailors can race in gold, and 2 of 2 in silver. Check out information on the race at (abyc.on.ca) and register with the LORC online (www.lorc.org/Registration) or by calling ABYC at 416-698-4498.
Applications will be accepted on a first come, first served basis. Fee Changes for the 2012 SeasonBecause the cost of running our programs continues to increase every year, the DSAO must raise some fees this season. Fees that are changing: Annual Membership
| $35 | | Single-day Membership | $15 | White Sail Courses
| $150 | Weekday Sails
| $10 | Weekend Sails
| $15 | Race Nights
| $15 | | Round the Island | $20 |
DSAO Report to the Community 2011 Now Available
Interested in finding out how the DSAO fared for 2011? Review the 2011 Report to the Community, found here...>> DSAO TellTales Newsletter The first volume of the 2012 DSAO newsletter is now available! Check out what's going on at the DSAO by clicking on the DSAO 2012 Spring Newsletter The 2012 DSAO Board of Directors slate can be found here...>> Read more...>> |
QQDSP Launch - Saturday May 19, 2012 - 11AMWelcome to a new year at Queens Quay Disabled Sailing Program(QQDSP)! Summer 2012 will kick off May 19 from 11 am to 4 pm with Opening Day celebrations and registration. The QQDSP staff invites one and all to come down to 283B Queens Quay West (Right beside the police station) to usher in a new season of sailing. Spread the word that QQDSP is hoisting the sails! We are looking for volunteers to help out with the QQDSP Launch celebrations. If you can help out please contact Marcel (
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QQDSP Latest News Opening Day for the QQDSP Saturday, May 19, 2012, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. QQDSP 2012 Season Important DatesMay 12, 2012 QQDSP office opens for staff training. May 19, 2012 Opening Day May to August: The program is open Wednesday, Thursday, and Sunday from 12 noon to 6 p.m., and Friday and Saturday from 12 noon to 8 p.m. September: The program is open 4 days a week, 12 noon to 6 p.m. All courses, Wednesday night racing, and special events will take place from June to August.
QQDSP Accessible ParkingIf you have a Blue disabled parking permit, you can take advantage of accessible parking spaces in any Harbourfront Center parking lots, including P3 which is the closest to QQDSP (north side of Queens Quay West north of QQDSP). Parking in the disabled spots is $2. a day. |
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By clicking on the Canada Helps logo above, you can make a donation through the Canada Helps charity to DSAO. A receipt will be issued from the processing organization CanadaHelps.org.
