Author: Louise Johnsen

GYC Covid-19 Policy

Ontario proof of vaccine update

As of September 22, the Provincial Proof of Vaccine Mandate came into effect.  This requires some types of businesses and facilities to request proof of vaccination from those entering.  The primary impact on the GYC will be in the running of social events in the clubhouse. 

Although no club social events are planned at this time, future club events will require attendees to show proof of vaccination and a photo ID before entering.  Medical exemptions are permitted. 

The use of washrooms and Board Meetings are not affected by the proof of vaccine mandate.  

Current use of masks and social distancing remains unchanged.  Outside settings do not require masks unless distancing cannot be maintained. Masks for Haul-out crews are therefore required.


Clarification on the use of the covered patio

Currently the covered patio area is considered outdoors under COVID rules, which allows socially distanced groups of up to 25 to gather.  Note, only one of the temporary patio walls may be fitted to this area. 

No social events are allowed inside the clubhouse until further notice.  This includes club and unsanctioned gatherings. 

September Storms – check your vessels

As conditions continue to deteriorate we recommend all members to check on their boats.

Make sure you either have a buddy with you or tell someone your plan to be at the boat (and let them know when you’re back safely). It is very windy, wavy, and the docks and boats are slippery, so take your time and be careful.

Extra lines are recommended, and try to tie off to multiple points. Some boats have had their cleats break loose, lines break, or have fenders not positioned so they are protecting the boat.

Many thanks to the club members who have already been looking out for each other.

Be safe out there,

Your board of directors

GYC Haul Out Meeting Notice

Dear GYC Members,

The Haul Out Meeting will beheld Saturday, October 2nd at 9am in the picnic shelter.

Attending the meeting is especially important if this is your first haul out with the club, or if you have any special requests or requirements. If you cannot attend the meeting please contact Mike Forcier.

Cradle moving is Saturday October 16th at 9 am. 

Haul out is scheduled for Friday October 22nd for the old gas dock, and Saturday October 23rd starting at 8am for the rest of the club.

Schedules and work crew details to follow.

Georgian Yacht Club Annual Fishing Derby

All Members welcome – It’s time to show off your fishing skills!

September 17 and 18, 2021. The entry fee is $10.00 a person.

You can start fishing as early as you would like to on Friday but the official weigh in starts on Friday at 8:00 pm and on Saturday at 11:00 am at the gas dock. All fish must be weighed by noon on Saturday.

All fish entered will be donated for the Fish Fry starting at 4:30pm on Saturday.

There will be a trophy for the largest fish and 1/2 the pot. There will be another prize for most pounds per pole.

Please bring either a salad or dessert for the fish fry.

Please confirm or pay Rudy Hachey by September 16, 2021.

We regret that the Corn Roast and Commodore’s At Home Dinner are both once again cancelled for the year.

Gas Dock Closed July 17-August 2

Dear GYC Members,

The Haslam family are going on vacation around the bay and our much appreciated gas dock attendant Josh is going with them.

We have been unable to find a volunteer to do any days during that time, so the gas dock will be closed from Saturday July 17 to Monday August 2nd.

If anyone is able to come forward to help out please contact Chris Haslam.