Ships 2 Shores

Young people in Canada can now go sailing, at no cost. This is an exciting and rare opportunity to learn, give back and have fun, while sailing amazing tall ships and sailboats. In addition to learning how to sail, you’ll make friends, grow your interpersonal skills, and serve your community through a project of your choice.

 

*All our 2023 voyages are now at capacity and fully booked.  

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Due to high demand, Ships 2 Shores Voyage Opportunities are fully booked for 2023. Sign up for our Mailing List and we'll let you know if a spot becomes available and about future opportunities.

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Latest Past Voyages

FULL – EcoMaris Course 5: Rimouski to Rimouski

Québec

⚠️ This voyage is fully booked or close to capacity. We can’t guarantee placement aboard. We suggest registering for a different voyage or contact us to be put on the wait list. Founded by sailor and adventurer Simon Paquin, EcoMaris has been praised by its participants since its very beginning. On its sail training vessel, […]

Free

FULL – Elizabeth Hall: Mahone Bay and St. Margaret’s Bay

Lunenburg Lunenburg

Welcome aboard a 30' traditional wooden sailboat; sturdy and very seaworthy. They are ketch rigged - 3 sails (jib, main, mizzen). There is no motor, so when there's no wind we have 8 large oars to row! We'll leave from our boathouse in historic Lunenburg on the south shore and return to Lunenburg with the […]

Free

FULL – Tall Ship Saint Lawrence 2: Gaspé and the Îles-de-la-Madeleine

Gaspé

⚠️ This voyage is fully booked or close to capacity. We can’t guarantee placement aboard. We suggest registering for a different voyage or contact us to be put on the wait list. The picturesque town of Gaspé is situated near the head of Baie de Gaspé. This small town has many amenities, a vibrant downtown, […]

Free

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