Sail Canada Welcomes The Government of Canada’s Historic Investment in Sport
May 14, 2026
Sail Canada welcomes the Government of Canada’s historic investment in sport announced in the 2026 Spring Economic Update.
The federal government’s $755 million investment will expand access to sport and strengthen support for Canadian athletes from grassroots to high performance.
Sail Canada thanks Prime Minister Mark Carney and Secretary of State for Sport Adam van Koeverden for recognizing the essential role sport plays in building a stronger Canada.
“This is a catalytic investment in sport at a pivotal moment for Canada’s sport system,” said Ryan Kelly, CEO of Sail Canada. “It reflects a renewed commitment to athletes and communities across the country. For sailing, it will help us grow participation, modernize our programs, and support athletes competing at the highest levels.”
This investment marks an important step in strengthening Canada’s sport system and reinforces the value of collaboration between government and the sport community.
Sail Canada looks forward to working with partners across the country to ensure this investment delivers meaningful impact for Canadians.
About Sail Canada
Established in 1931, Sail Canada is the national governing body for the sport of sailing in the country. Sail Canada is a leading international sailing nation, proud of its world class athletes, lifelong participants and inclusive culture. The organization and its members are committed to excellence by developing and training its leaders, athletes, sailors, instructors, coaches and officials. With the valued support from our partners, the Provincial Sailing Associations and our member clubs, schools, organizations and stakeholders, sailing is promoted in all its forms. By setting standards and delivering programs from home pond to podium for Canadians of all ages and abilities, from dinghies to keelboats, cruising to navigation, windsurfing to powerboating and accessible sailing, Sail Canada sets sail for all, sail to win and sail for life.
A sport in the Olympic program since the first Games in 1896, except in 1904, the pursuit of success in these Games is what fuels the focus of Sail Canada as Canadian athletes have so far achieved nine Olympic and five Paralympic medals.
