🇨🇦 Canada Ocean Racing’s IMOCA 60 EMIRA IV to Arrive in Collingwood for Summer 2026

Collingwood, ON [05 June 2026] – The Town of Collingwood and the Collingwood Yacht Club are pleased to announce the upcoming arrival of the Canada Ocean Racing IMOCA 60 racing yacht, EMIRA IV, on Monday, June 8, which will be docked in Collingwood Harbour for the summer season.

This internationally competitive foiling offshore racing yacht represents one of the most advanced monohull sailing vessels in the world. The vessel’s visit to Collingwood marks a significant opportunity for residents and visitors to experience a world-class sailing campaign up close, while celebrating Canadian innovation, sport, and maritime excellence.

The campaign is led by Collingwood resident and Canadian offshore sailor Scott Shawyer, founder of Canada Ocean Racing, whose long-term goal is to become the first Canadian to complete the Vendée Globe in 2028 — one of the most demanding solo, non-stop, unassisted around-the-world yacht races. Through this campaign, Shawyer hopes to inspire others to challenge their own perceived limits, asking: “What if you gave yourself permission to find out what you’re capable of?”

The IMOCA 60 class vessel EMIRA IV is part of the Canada Ocean Racing campaign, which has competed internationally, including in The Ocean Race Europe. The program also partners with “Be Water Positive” initiatives alongside H2O Innovation and IDRA, raising global awareness around water scarcity and sustainable water solutions.

At 18.28 metres in length and capable of speeds in excess of 70 km/h, the foiling IMOCA 60 is among the fastest offshore monohull racing yachts in existence. Its arrival in Collingwood is believed to be one of the first visits of a foiling IMOCA 60 to Canadian waters.

Track the Journey
Members of the public will be able to follow EMIRA IV as it makes its voyage to Collingwood. A live tracking link is available at: https://www.canadaoceanracing.com/follow/

During its stay, the vessel will be docked within Collingwood Harbour, with planned opportunities for public engagement, including viewing opportunities, educational outreach, and community programming designed to bring residents closer to the world of offshore racing and marine innovation.

As part of these public engagement opportunities, members of the public can experience the vessel firsthand through free, 20-minute guided boat tours offered on June 13 and June 20. Led by the Canada Ocean Racing team, these exclusive tours provide a unique opportunity to explore the boat up close and learn more about the world of offshore racing. Advance registration is required, as space is limited. To reserve a spot, visit canadaoceanracing.com/events.

The Town will work closely with Canada Ocean Racing to ensure safe harbour operations and to maximize public access while maintaining all required marine and safety protocols.

The vessel is scheduled to remain in Collingwood through the summer training period before returning to Europe to continue preparations for future international competition.

Further details on public access opportunities and programming will be shared in the coming weeks.