Category: Yacht Club Business

GYC job posting

The Georgian Yacht Club (GYC) is currently taking applications for a Gas Dock Attendant.

The Gas Dock Attendant is responsible for assisting boaters with fueling their vessels. This would involve dispensing fuel, ensuring proper safety procedures, and potentially providing other services like docking assistance and maintaining a clean and organized fuel dock area.  

This is a seasonal Part-time position offering 12.75 – 17 hours/week.

Shifts will be 4:00-8:15 P.M. Wednesdays & Fridays and 8:00 am -12:15 Saturdays.

Extra shifts will be available Monday nights for July & August.

Here’s a more detailed look at the role:

Responsibilities:

– Greet and assist club members in a friendly and professional manner

– Operate fuel pumps and accurately dispense fuel to boats, following safety guidelines

– Monitor fuel levels and promptly reorder supplies when necessary

– Verify payments through e-transfer or cheque

– Maintain a clean and organized fuel dock, including regular equipment checks and cleanup 

– Collaborate with Gas Dock Director to ensure safe and efficient operation

– Report any issues to Gas Dock Director

– Grounds maintenance around the Club house as directed

Qualifications:

– Previous experience in customer services role, preferably in a marina or fueling environment would be an asset

– Age 15 years and older

– Willingness to complete Oil Spill Prevention and Response For Marina Staff  (http:/boats.org) and WHMIS courses (fees covered by GYC)

– Basic knowledge of boating and fueling procedures is an asset

– Strong communication and interpersonal skills

– Ability to handle small cash transactions

– Comfortable working in an outdoor environment 

– Attention to detail and a commitment to providing excellent customer service

– Willingness to adhere to safety regulations and guidelines

How to apply:

Resumes will be accepted until May 03, 2025 at with a start date of May 11, 2025.
Please forward your Cover letter and resume to: treasurer@georgianyachtclub.com

Richard Bonert Obituary

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Richard Bonert on April 2, 2025 in Owen Sound, Ontario.  Born in Germany, Richard came to Canada in his 40s with his young family, to join the University of Toronto as a Professor of Electrical Engineering.

After retirement, he moved to Owen Sound to enjoy a life embracing all his favourite outdoor activities.  During summers, he loved sailing on Georgian Bay on the Quixotic, spent countless, happy hours hiking and exploring the Bruce Trail, and in winter, cross-country skiing and snowshoeing in the area, together with family and friends.

A true lover of the outdoors and for close to 17 years, Richard was a Trail Captain with the Bruce Ski Club and Land Steward of two properties for the Bruce Trail Sydenham section. He was also a member of the Silver C’s and the Georgian Yacht Club.

Richard was also very generous sharing his extensive technical knowledge with friends, family and community organizations needing advice on solar and LED lighting solutions.

Richard leaves his partner, Ella Lund-Thomsen; his sons Martin (Niko) and Michael (Yeony); his grandchildren, Elisabeth, Rhea, Yonas and Lars; his brothers in Germany, Erich (Vera), Ernst (Hilde) and Rudolf; and his sister-in-law Nina Thomsen.

As per Richard’s wishes, there will be no funeral.  Anyone who would like to remember him may make a donation to his chosen organization, the Bruce Trail Conservancy.

Special thanks to Doctors Fenn, Barfoot and Hodgson and all their people in the wonderful palliative care team, as well as all the nurses and care support he had in unit 6-2 at Brightshores Health. Arrangements entrusted to Grey Bruce Cremation and Burial Services, greybrucecremation.com.

Credit: https://www.greybrucecremation.com/2025/04/richard-bonert/

New GYC Policy – Named Insurance Certificates

New Policy – Named Insurance Certificates
The GYC is requiring that it be listed as a 3rd party certificate holder on all insurance policies for vessels store or operated on GYC property.
This change serves two purposes; firstly that the GYC be notified of any changes or cancellations to your policy so that we may request updated information for our records in the event of a change or cancellation, and secondly it would automate the renewal process so that your insurance company or broker would send the renewals directly to the GYC each year. This would eliminate the need for members to self submit insurance, and reduce any delays in obtaining insurance documents.


How do you obtain a named certificate?
Simple! Send a request to your insurance company or broker requesting a named certificate holder for the GYC. Provide the GYC address and email contact below for the certificate and have your insurance provider email a copy directly to the GYC.

Georgian Yacht Club
PO Box # 382 2475 3rd Avenue West
Owen Sound ON
N4K 5P5
Boatinsurance@georgianyachtclub.com

If you have any questions or concern about this policy change please contact us.

Regards,