Ships2Shores (Broad Reach Canada)
August 12-19, 2026
Ships 2 Shores is a fully funded program where youth learn to sail and give back to their communities! Sign up to join us this August in downtown Halifax for 7 days on the water.
Please note: This is a day program and accommodations in Halifax are required.
Please read the program information below, and complete the registration form if the program feels like a good fit for you! Spaces are limited, so register early.
Who can apply:
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Youth ages 14-18 (Broad Reach also supports youth aged 12-30 on different vessels. For information, please check their website: https://www.broadreachcanada.ca/s2s/)
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Canadian citizens, permanent residents, or holders of refugee status in Canada
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Equity-deserving youth, including Indigenous, BIPOC, newcomer, language-minority groups, 2SLGBTQ+, those from low-income communities and youth who live in rural or remote areas
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Youth interested in adventure-based, hands-on learning
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Youth passionate about community involvement and leadership
Program details:
Participants will:
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Learn sailing at no cost
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Give back to their community
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Make new friends
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Explore marine and maritime careers
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Discover Canada’s maritime history and heritage
The project comprises of two parts:
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Part 1: Participants engage in fully-funded sail training aboard our vessels.
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Part 2: With support from Broad Reach Canada, participants design and carry out a community service project that matters to them.
Participant Application
Please complete this form to apply for the 2026 Ships2Shores program. The Sea School will follow up with all applicants for additional information needed for registration.
Questions? Contact us at: registration@seaschool.org .