SLSBC

Next weekend, we put the new dock to good use with two big events.

Join us Saturday, July 25th & Sunday, July 26th from 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM at the NEW Ski Dock! Demo the latest gear from The Boardroom, including this year’s newest waterskis, wakeboards, wakesurf boards, foil equipment, and more.

eFoils are BACK by popular demand!
If you didn’t get to try one last year, now’s your chance—they’re an absolute blast! The Boardroom will have multiple eFoils available with 30-minute lesson/ride sessions (limited to one session per person so everyone gets a chance). Thinking of adding one to your collection? eFoils will also be available for purchase with exclusive club pricing, and The Boardroom team will have all the details.

Professional coaching will be available for:

• Waterski
• Wakeboard
• Wakesurf
• Foil

Drop in anytime and book a coaching session. If a coach is available, they’ll get you on the water right away. Want a specific coach? Just come down to the dock and sign up for a time slot with your preferred instructor (subject to availability). BYOB – Bring Your Own Boat or hop in with your neighbours if there’s room.

Club Member Special: Receive 20% OFF all regular-priced gear from The Boardroom all weekend.

Everyone is welcome! Whether you’re a long-time member, new to the lake, or just curious about what the club is all about, come hang out with us on the NEW Ski Dock, meet the community, and enjoy an awesome weekend on the water. If you’ve been thinking about joining the club, this is the perfect opportunity to see what we’re all about.

And the first concert of the summer will be on Saturday, July 26th featuring Backseat Romance. If you enjoy these concerts, please considering donating to help support keeping them going.

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 The Youth Mentorship Program is a new opportunity for youth to become actively involved in the events, traditions, and community initiatives that make our waterfront community truly special.

This program is designed to inspire the next generation of leaders by providing hands-on experiences, mentorship opportunities, and meaningful ways for youth to contribute to the community they call home.

Participants will gain valuable real-world experience while developing leadership skills, teamwork, communication, responsibility, and confidence. Through involvement in community events, safety initiatives, maintenance projects, and special programs, youth will have the opportunity to work alongside experienced community members and play an important role in supporting the continued success of our community.

Program Opportunities Include:

* Fire department and emergency services demonstrations

* Annual Community BBQ support and event operations

* Tournament day setup and support

* Concert setup and takedown

* Boardroom Demo Day volunteer opportunities

* Community swag distribution

* Welcome packages for new families

* Ski dock and ski course maintenance

* Ski course safety and inspection support

* Safety awareness initiatives

* Community cleanup and stewardship projects

* Special projects and community improvement initiatives

* Youth Ambassador Leadership Team opportunities

This program is designed to provide youth with experiences that go beyond volunteer hours. Participants will have the opportunity to learn how community events come together, understand the importance of safety and stewardship, and develop skills that can support their future education and career goals.

Youth participants will receive recognition for their contributions, including documentation of completed volunteer hours and a formal letter of recommendation that can be used to support college applications, scholarship opportunities, employment opportunities, and future career prospects.

At its core, this program is about creating the next generation of community leaders — individuals who understand the value of giving back, take pride in their surroundings, and help carry forward the traditions and legacy built before them.

For generations, our community has been strengthened by the dedication of those who volunteer their time, share their knowledge, and show up for one another. The Youth Mentorship Program is an opportunity for young people to become part of that legacy while building experiences that will stay with them for years to come.

Get Involved. Build Skills. Be Part of the Legacy.

Interested in joining the Youth Mentorship Program or learning more?

**Danielle Scharbach**

Youth Mentorship Coordinator 

📧 daniellescharbach@gmail.com

📞 778-955-5847

We look forward to welcoming the next generation of community leaders.

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Did you miss out on the swag pre-order? And now you have FOMO watching everyone walk around in their awesome Sakinaw Lake gear? Well, we are taking more pre-orders for the men’s and women’s jackets! These jackets are super cozy, lined with interlock fleece. The perfect jacket for cool mornings and evenings at the lake. Jackets can be ordered on the SWAG page until July 12.

There are also a few towels, kuuzies can holders, sweatpants, hoodies, hats and travel tumblers still available! Get them before they’re gone!

We have a winner for our tournament T-shirt design contest. Congratulations to Mia Martin for her submission. Sign up for your full membership by July 12 to guarantee you get the size you want.

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Thanks to everyone who pitched in on the beautiful ski dock. A bell in honour of Brian Welch will be placed on the dock – thanks to Danielle and Gord for sourcing this beauty!

A big Sakinaw weekend ahead. Pickleball tournament #1 followed by the summer social! Make sure you sign up for your membership before Saturday. All members will have the chance to win gift cards from Brickers Cidery or Gibsons Butcher – the draw will be held at the social.

Pickleball Tournament Info

Two players have injuries and won’t be able to participate – if you want didn’t get a chance to sign up and want to join, text Barry Krangle at 604-989-8905. Also, the Canada vs Morocco World Cup game will be on during the tournament. If anyone has a laptop that they can bring along, we can try and set up a viewing station to catch some of the action between matches. If you are registered for the Pickleball Tournament, you will be emailed instructions and tournament format.

Summer Kick-Off Party

Come out to the Summer Kick Off party at the Vertes cabin. The party will start at 4 pm on Saturday. Click here for party details and cabin location. Gibsons Butcher is providing dogs and burgers, and there will be drinks from Kits Beach Beer.

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We are celebrating the start of summer with the first of three pickelball tournaments followed by a summer social at the Vertes property.

Pickleball tournaments are back! Entry fee is $10. The tournament will run from 9 am until 1 pm at Pender Harbour High School.

Sign up for pickleball tournament #1 here!

The fun continues at the Sumer Kick-off party hosted by Selina and Steve Vertes. Festivities begin at 4 pm and the location of the Vertes cabin is shown on the map below.

We have a packed summer schedule this year including two new bands for our summer concerts! All events can be viewed on the 2026 calendar. We will provide updates throughout the summer on all events. Make sure you have signed up for your SLSBC membership to participate in events all summer long.

SLSBC 2026 Events

July 4, 2026 (Saturday)

• Pickleball Tournament #1 Pender School Courts 

• Summer Kickoff BBQ (Vertes place)  

July 18, 2026 (Saturday) 

*New – Sakinaw Amazing Race in the works

July 24–26, 2026 (Friday–Sunday)

• Boardroom Demo Day

• Coaching / Clinics

July 25, 2026 (Saturday)

• Concert #1 Backseat Romance  

August 1, 2026 (Saturday)

• Concert #2 Buzza And the Reckless 

August 8, 2026 (Saturday)

• Pickleball Tournament #2 (Doubles)

August 15, 2026 (Saturday)

• Ski, Surf & Foil Tournament

August 29, 2026 (Saturday)

• Pickleball Tournament #3

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The SLSBC Annual General Meeting will be on June 1st at 5 pm (via zoom) for those who can make it. The agenda will be:

• Review of last year
• Financial update
• Plans for the summer
• Dock update
• Next projects

Here are the meeting details:

Link to meeting https://zoom.us/j/97040015431?pwd=W1OeEQ059mjPTDJDAq6Teym3mkI7IU.1

Meeting ID: 970 4001 5431
Passcode: 548653

SLSBC 2026 Tournament Shirt Design Contest: Every year at SLSBC we create a new tournament shirt design – and this year, we want your ideas! Make it a family GPT event – use AI, sketches, artwork, slogans, or old-school creativity to come up with the next legendary tournament T-shirt. Kids, parents, grandparents and cabin neighbours are all encouraged to join in. Send submissions to info@slsbc.ca by May 31, 2026. The winning design will be selected for this year’s official tournament T-shirt. With that, you get eternal Sakinaw glory and unlimited bragging rights!

July 4th – Summer Kick-off party – Hosted once again by Selina and Steve Vertes after last year’s legendary party. We’re raising the bar again this year! BBQ will be provided by Gibson’s butcher – including a special ‘Sakinaw blend’ dogs/burger made exclusively for the party. Come to the party for the latest dock project updates and to hear what’s planned for the future of the club. Also, get your swag if you have put in your orders! And there also will be limited inventory available for purchase at the party.

Don’t forget to sign up for your SLSBC membership here. Members receive 20% off full-price online items at The Boardroom.

We are proud to continue supporting local businesses with our amazing community! See you at the lake!

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