Tall Ship Expeditions Canada

Tall Ship Expeditions Canada North Americas oldest Sail Training Organization offering the "Youth at Sea" Tall Ship Summer Camp, a

Brigantine Incorporated is a registered charity which operates the STV St. Lawrence II, and is dedicated to empowering, connecting and inspiring youth through the challenges of sailing a traditional square-rigged ship. Through experiential learning and skills development we build confidence, strength and leadership in our ship’s crews. The unique shipboard environment we provide forges friendships

, teamwork and a sense of responsibility to the community. Our sail training programs broaden horizons and inspire our youth to be a positive force in the world. Brigantine Incorporated is also committed to preserving rare maritime skills and heritage, promoting respect for our natural environment, and providing the training and experience required to become an outstanding professional mariner.

We were in Hamilton Harbour to visit our besties .sailing for some sailing! Much fun was had by all!We’re in the middle ...
06/14/2026

We were in Hamilton Harbour to visit our besties .sailing for some sailing! Much fun was had by all!

We’re in the middle of an Outdoor Education x Sail Training focus program supported by through the Canada Legacy Fund.

This program provides no-cost access to a unique sail training program that bring together OEE professionals and students in a sail training program that explores concepts and approaches to sail training that can improve programming approaches across Canada and beyond!



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Movie Night! 🍿
06/02/2026

Movie Night! 🍿

Adult Camp 1 in the books! Main Duck, The Thousand Islands, and a ton of laughs! Lots of exciting sailing, nature, and e...
06/01/2026

Adult Camp 1 in the books! Main Duck, The Thousand Islands, and a ton of laughs! Lots of exciting sailing, nature, and exploring!

On to sail #2!

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Main Duck Island, administered by The Thousand Islands National Park, is situated about 17NM south of Kingston Harbour,...
05/27/2026

Main Duck Island, administered by The Thousand Islands National Park, is situated about 17NM south of Kingston Harbour, well out into the main body of Lake Ontario.

The island has been a mainstay in life on the lake since acting as a safe harbour for Iroquois and other indigenous peoples crossing the open lake.

It has been home to both a vibrant fishing community, acted as a staging ground for rum-runners, and has seen both boat building and farming. It even had a herd of buffalo!

The wreck of the Propellor Barge “John C. Randall” is easily visible in School House Bay.

A rare, remote, and beautiful place that we visit regularly!

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Presenting the 2026 Sock Burner Fleet! Thanks to everyone who braved the cold to get out on the water for the race!We st...
05/22/2026

Presenting the 2026 Sock Burner Fleet! Thanks to everyone who braved the cold to get out on the water for the race!

We still have some spaces left for youth camps for 12-14 year olds and 14-17 year olds.

We’re also still accepting applications to the Ships-2-Shores programs through

We had an amazing event at with oysters from - the hungry sailors crushed all 500!!!

Big thanks to all our donors and everyone who came out to support youth sailing programs!








Thanks to Glenn for the camera work!

BIG UPDATE! Matt Marcuz will be joining our musical lineup! Matt will be cleaning the way for the rest of us to join Dav...
05/11/2026

BIG UPDATE! Matt Marcuz will be joining our musical lineup! Matt will be cleaning the way for the rest of us to join Dave & Sue’s Shanty Sing-Along 3.0!!!

Matt is a seafaring, sailmaking, sword swinging, guitar picking, shanty singing legend! Don’t miss his set while you scarf down some oysters, burgers, and ale (or soda) to steel yourself for the sing-along!

We will be doing a rendition of Mr. K Wells “The Ballad of the St. Lawrence II” which you will NOT want to miss!

Bring all your friends down to the Kingston Yacht Club for this absolute banger of an evening!

No Shoes. No Socks.

05/04/2026

First Officer Cai tells you the story of her time involved with the St. Lawrnece II.

From Trainee to second in command of Canada's original Tall Ship!

Want to try it for yourself? Register today or apply through the Ships-2-Shores program!

Youth are more disconnected from natural spaces and their peers than ever before. Give them an opportunity to experience...
05/01/2026

Youth are more disconnected from natural spaces and their peers than ever before. Give them an opportunity to experience real connection through an immersive program that's been operating an exceptional outdoor adventure program for over 70 years.

Our program offers challenge, reflection, friendship, and facilitates real connection by eliminating distractions and focusing on being present in the moment.

We have some spaces remaining in our youth programs in July - a 5 day into to sail & tall ships program for youth from 12 -14, plus a 12 day Lake Ontario intro to voyaging program for youth from 14-17.

As a charity our goal is accessibility, so our prices are kept as affordable as possible, with our 5-day program costing only $750!

Our Transport Canada inspected and certified Tall Ship is a safe, impactful, and inspirational platform for growth and personal development.

Don't miss an unbelievable opportunity to create memories and friendships that will last a lifetime!

Photos by A. Beverley Photo & Nicholas Castel

Waiting for the mist to lift.
04/29/2026

Waiting for the mist to lift.

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53 Yonge Street
Kingston, ON
K7M6G4

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+16135445175

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