Cathyann White - Past Commodore
Background
I am a lifelong paddler and water lover. Having just moved to Toronto and contemplating a summer "stuck in the city" about 8 years ago, I thought, for a change I would like to learn how to sail. A Google search later I discovered J Town the White Sail Program, then the Bronze Program and finally RACING! I was hooked and was nominated to the Board at J Town in my second year. Sailing continues to be a big part of my life, I race the White Mamba with my buddy Ralph and my partner Allan and I can often be found dockside after a great day on the water.
After a few years serving on the J Town board, I joined the Board of the Canadian Albacore Association and recently served as the Commodore.
In my real life I run the YMCA at College and Dovercourt. My career has involved large scale operations in both the private and not for profit sectors. I have a range of Board and Administrative experiences and have worked in Canada and the US in retail divisions, the health and fitness industry and had a career as a consultant .
Goals
The CAA has a mandate to promote and strengthen the Albacore Class in Canada and to me that means, providing engagement opportunities for members and opportunities for new people to learn about our Class. Supporting Education, Training and Racing in addition to this is a top priority.
As your Past Commodore I intend to focus my efforts on continuing to foster opportunities for Junior Sailors and on connecting Albacore Sailors from various regions of Canada to each other. We have fleets in Toronto, Ottawa, Shelbourne, Muskoka and British Columbia. In this year our 40th anniversary and the Internationals Competetion I want to work on getting as many Albacore sailors from across Canada to that event- the more the merrier!
