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About Us
Until recently, the sport of sailing, a symbol of liberty and independence, was just a dream to those with mobility impairments. But over the past 20 years, all aspects of sailing have become available to pretty much anyone who wishes to participate in this exhilarating sport!
In Canada the first "adapted" sailboat was introduced during Expo 86 in Vancouver, when the United Kingdom's Prime Minister, Margaret Thatcher donated a 15-foot Sunbird to Rick Hansen, Canada's "Man in Motion". He in turn asked Sam Sullivan, a Vancouver quadriplegic, to develop a sailing program for the mobility impaired. Since that time a number of disabled sailing associations have been formed across Canada, and the Sunbird has gradually been replaced by the Canadian-made Martin 16.
As a provincial organization, the AQVA offers a variety of programs that differ from chapter to chapter depending on the needs and means of each chapter and the various needs of the sailors.
Mobility Cup
Mobility Cup is an annual international regatta for sailors with disabilities. The 2010 Mobility Cup will be held in Vancouver from September 17-23.
Coupe du Québec
Quebecs annual Martin 16 Regatta held at Pointe Claire Yacht Club.
To register for the 2010 Coupe du Quebec: