Canadian Dinghy Association
Britannia Boating Club hosted 1st annual Canadian Dinghy Association Regatta 1948
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| Abbreviation | CDA |
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| Formation | 1948 |
| Legal status | active |
| Purpose | governing body of the International 14 class sailing in Canada |
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Official language
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English, French |
| Affiliations | Britannia Yacht Club; Canadian Canoe Association, Canadian Power and Sail Squadrons, Canadian Yachting Association, |
| Website | Canadian Dinghy Association |
The Canadian Dinghy Association (CDA) is the governing body of the International 14 class sailing in Canada. The major responsibilities of the CDA include organizing the racing schedule, and developing and promoting the fleet in Canada.
The CDA is also responsible for representing the Canadian fleet internationally. The World Council meets at each world championship to plan upcoming international events, discuss and debate the development of the class, and discuss challenges and successes in each of the national fleets.
The Canadian Dinghy Association's First Annual Regatta was held August 7 and 8, 1949, at the Britannia Boating Club, now known as the Britannia Yacht Club in Ottawa, Ontario.
The CDA executive is made up of representatives who are elected from the fleet.
To race in I14 regattas in Canada and around the world, boat owners must be members in good standing of their National association. In Canada, the national association is the Canadian Dinghy Association (CDA). The CDA fee schedule is:
To honour the many exceptional Canadians who have been involved with 14 foot dinghy sailing, the Canadian Dinghy Association created the "Canadian 14 Foot Dinghy Hall of Fame". Inductees to the Hall of Fame will have made an outstanding contribution to 14 sailing in one or more of the following areas:
To be considered, each of inductee will have made a significant and enduring impact on the class. Members of the Hall of Fame are included on a large wall plaque that contains their photograph and biography.
Members of the Hall of Fame include:
Many of the trophies awarded today were donated to the fleet in honour of the members of the Hall of Fame. Read the Canadian I14 Trophies, for a summary of the trophies, their history, and winners.
Why sail a 14?
"International 14 dinghy class today seems like a great fix for fast boat blues. The class is solid, the competition can be found in many places, including Japan, Hawaii, UK, Australia and USA the class managed to control the boat's development while allowing its member to play with the foiling systems that allowed the crews to try different options with the rig and sails. It seems to be that everyone who touches this dinghy gets really excited about racing it and that puts it on top of our list."
Who sails International 14's in Canada?
Where are International 14's sailed in Canada?
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