The Ontario Summer Games 2026
Updated Tuesday June 9th, 2026 9:15am
The Ontario Summer Games (OSG) sailing competition provides an opportunity for developing sailors to participate in a multi-sport Games environment while representing their region of Ontario. Athletes will stay together as a team and benefit from high-level coaching provided by the Ontario Sailing Provincial Coaching Team.
The 2026 Ontario Summer Games will take place in Waterloo Region, with sailing activities hosted in Bridgeport at Conestoga Sailing Club.
Sailing Schedule
- July 30, 2026 – Training and boat setup
- July 31 – August 1, 2026 – Racing
Event registration includes ($375 + HST):
- Accommodation
- Meals
- Transportation between the athlete residence and the sailing venue
- Team Gear ( pinnies, hat, shirt)
Additional information about the Games and the sailing event can be found at: https://waterlooregion2026.ca
There is an opportunity for a limited number of coaches from Clubs to join the coaching staff and be part of a mentorship program building on their own skills as a coach. If you are interested, please email violet@ontariosailing.ca
The C420 Class will be the class contested at the 2026 Ontario Summer Games.
- 20 C420 Athletes (10 Male, 10 Female)
- The C420 class is Open, so teams can be comprised of any Gender.
Eligibility
Athlete must:
- Be registered members in good standing with Ontario Sailing for the 2026 season. (direct member in good standing, direct member of a race program in good standing, member of the Maple Leaf Club)
- Be 18 years of age or younger as December 31, 2026
- Reside in the province of Ontario
For the purpose of regional qualification and selection, the club an athlete represents at the qualification event will determine the region they represent for the Ontario Summer Games.
Qualification Event
Qualification for the Ontario Summer Games in the C420 will be determined at the following event:
- Lilac Festival Regatta – Royal Hamilton Yacht Club
- May 23-24, 2026
Qualification will be based on the top finishing crews by region at this event.
Based on the results from the Lilac Festival Regatta, the top four (4) finishing C420 crews from each region will receive an invitation to register for the Ontario Summer Games.
After this deadline, any remaining spots will be opened, and registration will continue on a first-come, first-served basis by region until all regional allocations are filled.
There are 2 regions with remaining spots available Registration for both these regions will Open Thursday, June 11th, 2026 at 6:00pm
- 1 spot for Region 2 (Niagara Area, Hamilton & West to Sarnia)- registration link Region 2 – Niagara Area, Hamilton, & West to Sarnia – Fill out form
- 3 spots available for Region 3 ( Host club area) – registration link Region 5 – Host Club Area (Including Kitchener) – Fill out form
If you have any questions or concerns please contact violet@ontariosailing.ca
Regional Allocation
| Regions | # Of Boats | # Of Athletes |
|---|---|---|
| Barrie, Parry Sound, Northern Ontario, and Cottage Country | 4 | 8 |
| Niagara Area, Hamilton, & West to Sarnia | 4 | 8 |
| Toronto Area | 4 | 8 |
| East of Toronto to Ottawa and Kingston | 4 | 8 |
| Host Club Area (Including Kitchener) | 4 | 8 |