Our Vision

We aspire to be a friendly, cooperative Sailing Club that values self-reliance and seamanship, and shares the privileges and responsibilities of membership. We strive to be good stewards of our Club’s heritage, and of the seas we sail.

Our members actively support the Club by attending the All-Club events including the Annual Sailpast and Commodore’s Event, General Meetings and Annual General Meeting, and by volunteering their skills, knowledge and time. They are rewarded with well-run Racing, Cruising, Junior, social and educational programs; excellent waterfront and onshore facilities; affordable moorage; and life-long friendships.

Our Purpose

To foster and promote interest in cruising and sailing, and to develop seamanship and a knowledge of navigation.

• Principal residence must be on Salt Spring Island.
• A second person living in the same residence in a spousal relationship may share a Regular Membership. A Regular Membership has only one vote, and may only hold one office at a time.
• Has mooring privileges pending completion of the Moorage Application process. Moorage availability is determined by the Wharfinger.

• No principal residence requirement.
• May participate in all Club activities, but may not vote, hold office, or sponsor new applicants.
• Does not have moorage privileges, including dinghies, kayaks, Stand Up Paddleboards or another watercraft.

If club capacity of 200 Regular Memberships is reached, applicants for Regular Membership will be asked to join as Associate Membership and will be added to the Regular Membership Waitlist by Associate Seniority Number.

The Club’s private foreshore marina can accommodate approximately 140 boats.

After an applicant has been granted a Regular Membership they may start the Moorage Application process. Further information and Moorage application forms are available on the member-only side of the club website. Moorage assignment is subject to availability as determined by the Wharfinger. If no suitable moorage is available, the Moorage application will be added to the Moorage waitlist by Regular Membership Seniority Number.

Note that subletting moorage to another Regular Membership for up to one (1) year is permitted, upon application and approval of the Wharfinger.

Each Regular and Associate Membership is expected to provide a minimum of 20 volunteer-work hours annually to Club activities and initiatives such as:

• Daily Duty Wharfinger program (Summer)
• General work parties (Spring and Fall)
• Special-task work parties (Year-round)
• Round Saltspring sailing race (May)
• Club social events (Year-round)
• Membership on Committees (Year-round)
• Serving on the Board (Year-round)

Applicants must be sponsored by two (2) Regular members that do not share the same Regular Membership.

Each Sponsor must:

• Have held a Regular Membership for at least 3 years
• Meet annual Club volunteer-work requirements
• Be in good standing

Sponsors are expected to ensure Applicants understand the privileges and volunteer-work requirements of the Club and should assist new members to become part of the club community by supporting them during their first year and introducing them at Meet and Greet events.

Fees listed below are current as of 2024.

This one-time fee is due upon submission of a Membership Application.

This annual fee is charged pro-rata in the first year of Membership, and thereafter is due on the 1st of November. In addition, a ‘Marine Parks Forever’ Levy is charged.

Any person(s) willing to foster the Club’s Vision and Purpose is/are potentially eligible for membership after successful completion of the application process and approval by the Board. Have questions? Email: membership@saltspringsailing.ca

A Membership Application contains:

1. Completed Membership Application Form
2. Proof of principal residence, if applying for Regular Membership
3. Completed Volunteer Commitment Form
4. Completed Sponsorship Forms (one from each sponsor)
5. Membership Initiation Fee

1) Required forms are available through the Blue button links below. Please print and complete these forms and upload to membership@saltspringsailing.ca

1. Complete, sign and date your Membership Application Form.
2. For Regular Membership, scan or photocopy your BC Driver’s License.
3. Contact your Sponsors to discuss suitable club volunteer-work opportunities, then complete, sign and date the Volunteer Commitment Form.
4. Ensure Sponsors complete, sign and date their Sponsorship Form.

Note: Membership Applications need forms from both sponsors to proceed.

2) Scan and E-mail your Membership Application package to: membership@saltspringsailing.ca
Or mail to: Membership SISC, 152 Douglas Rd, Saltspring Island, BC V8K 2J2

3) E-transfer your Membership Initiation Fee to treasurer@saltspringsailing.ca
Please confirm the correct amount for your desired Membership above.
Or mail cheque to: Treasurer SISC, 152 Douglas Rd, Saltspring Island, BC V8K 2J2

Note: If your application is not successful, you will receive full reimbursement.