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In 1991, Sam Sullivan -- founder of the Disabled
Sailing Association of BC -- envisioned a sailing regatta in which
people would come together to promote public awareness of the
capacities of people with disabilities and to provide those with
disabilities the opportunity to participate in a world class event.
The Mobility Cup is recognized as Canada's International Regatta
for Sailors with Disabilities.
Under Sam Sullivan's inspiration and through
the use of innovative Canadian technology, Canada has become a
leader in making sailing accessible to people with severe disabilities.
High quadriplegic sailors -- those with no function below the
neck -- are invited from around the globe to participate in Mobility
Cup, sailing on a "level playing field" with their able-bodied
colleagues, steering their Martin 16 sloop and trimming the sails
with only their breath.
Mobility Cup has become "Canada's showcase"
for the development of sailing programs for people with disabilities.
Both local and national media have shown interest in the Mobility
Cup and the event is well publicized. DSA tries to get the general
public involved by inviting them to view the race as well as participate
directly either as volunteers or competitors. DSA has attracted
many sailors for around the world including the US, Puerto Rico
and Europe.
Mobility Cup is an event the competitors never forget! Every year,
participants take their experience and enthusiasm home with them,
and initiate new DSA programs, sharing the freedom and excitement
of sailing with other people with disabilities in their community.
Host locations have included:
| 2007 |
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Halifax, Nova Scotia |
| 2006 |
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Vancouver, British Columbia |
| 2005 |
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Calgary, Alberta |
| 2004 |
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Pelican Bay, Manitoba |
| 2003 |
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Ottawa, Ontario |
| 2002 |
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Kingston, Ontario |
| 2001 |
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Victoria, British Columbia |
| 2000 |
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Montreal, Quebec |
| 1999 |
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Toronto, Ontario |
| 1998 |
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Vancouver, British Columbia |
| 1997 |
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Calgary, Alberta |
| 1996 |
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Vancouver, British Columbia |
| 1995 |
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Victoria, British Columbia |
| 1991 – 1994 |
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Vancouver, British Columbia |
Current Mobility Cup
For this year event details and registration opportunities go
to the Mobility
Cup website!
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