Why Scott won’t be competing in the Route du Rhum
With a long summer in Canada to train, time was short to qualify, and then seasickness struck.
TV Interview: Collingwood man training for the most challenging sailing race in the world
Scott Shawyer was interviewed by CTV News Barrie
Article: Scott Shawyer sets sights on solo round-the-world race billed as sailing’s Everest
Scott Shawyer was interviewed by Neil Davidson at The Globe and Mail
“It opened my eyes to a whole other side of the industry.”
Canada Ocean Racing’s youth pathway programme 2026 – it’s a wrap
The Countdown: 100 Days to the Route du Rhum
In 100 days, Scott will join the start line of the solo transatlantic race, the Route du Rhum
Announcing our Pathway Programme Class of 2026
Meet the six young Canadians who have been chosen to take part in this summer’s Pathway Programme.
EMIRA IV Arrives in Collingwood, Ontario, for a Summer of Training
The boat has reached its temporary home for the summer, and Scott prepares to get on the water for two months of training.
Update: EMIRA IV Transit through the St Lawrence Seaway Delayed
Due to mechanical failure, EMIRA IV is delayed and will reach Toronto and Collingwood later than planned.
CBC Podcast: Scott Shawyer talks to host Nav Nanwa
Scott is attempting to be the first Canadian to complete the gruelling Vendée Globe – what’s behind his decision to stop corporate life and take this on?
L’EMIRA IV à Québec pour quelques jours: le voilier de 60 pieds vient de traverser l’Atlantique depuis la France
Il doit être livré en Ontario pour un navigateur canadien qui se prépare pour la Route du Rhum