Sailing Instructions
For a complete schedule of races and events, please consult the DRAFT - BYC Racing Schedule (or download printable booklet for double sided/duplex printers only). - the 2021 BYC Racing Schedule is currently being finalized and will be posted shortly - May 13, 2021
Interclub racing will comence once the BYC gates are removed. Upon removal, interclub racing will commence on a date based on the Racing Start Guidelines.
Notice to Competitors / Sailing Instructions Amendments:
No amendments at this time.
Race Registration
If you race PHRF and you did not have a PHRF certificate for 2017 for this boat or have made changes to your boat, you are required to complete a PHRF Application Form for this year.
NEW Online Race Registration and Certificate of Compliance - Updated May 13, 2021.
IMPORTANT: If you have not done so already, please ensure you register to race at least 48 hours prior to your first race. Not registering 48 hours before will result in an NR as your results.
Protests and Redress
To file a protest Fill and Save the form and email it to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..
For scoring inquiries please download and complete the form and email to the same address.
Scoring Inquiries
A racer that believes that a simple mistake has been made in the scoring of a race may file a Scoring Inquiry as outlined on the Scoring Inquiry form. Scoring Inquiries are not used to request redress. Submission of a Scoring Inquiry does not preclude a subsequent Request for Redress.
Long Distance Races
Finish Times - Long Distance Races
Racing Rules
The International Sailing Federation has issued the new rules for 2017-2020. Links related to the rules are provided below for your convenience.
The International Sailing Federation
The Racing Rules of Sailing 2017-2020
Sail Canada Racing Rules of Sailing page
The Racing Rules of Sailing including Sail Canada prescriptions may be purchased at the club as soon as they are available - enquire at the Dragon Bar.
Club Race Officer Duties and Guidelines
Our club Race Committee works hard throughout the racing season trying to adjust to daily weather and river conditions, coordinating multiple starts and fairly applying the Sailing Instructions. We hold our Race Committee and our Club Race Officer responsible to a set of guidelines and duties that help communicate the expecations of the CRO and Race Committee between the Racers, Fleet Captain, Club and the Sailing Committee.
CRO Duties and Guidelines rev 15 June 2018
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