

78th Annual CSSRA · May 30, 31, June 1, 2025

About Us
The Canadian Secondary Schools Rowing Association was formed to organize and run the Canadian Secondary Schools Rowing Championships. The founding members were Claude Saunders, Doug Wells, Harry Kaysmith, Norm Adams, Dr. Tice and Alec Champion.
CSSRA Board of Directors
President | Tom Blacquire |
1st Vice President | Kate Palmer-Almond |
2nd Vice President | Peter Scott |
3rd Vice President | Debra Huurman |
Past President | Mike Purcer |
Secretary | James Ingram |
Treasurer | Cesare Marchese |
Directors |
Bill Ross Kevin Monaco Linda Dirks
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Regatta Committee All board members plus |
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Regatta Chair | Ken Campbell |
Umpires | Robb Blacquiere |
Office | Linda Dirks |
Dock | Charlie Riches |
Boat Drivers | James Webb |
Safety Boats | Sandy Myers |
Medical | Hillary Blackwood |
Timing | Rick Hughes, Elaine Manocha |
Grandstand | Silvio Palumbi, Greg Pinder |
Boat Holders | Nancy DiPasquale, Jordan Kasza |
Course Facilities | Malcolm Walker |
Registration | Al Shynal |
Weigh-ins | Bill Ross |
Trophies | Tom Blacquiere |
Volunteer Services | Debra Huurman |
Programs | Debbie MacGregor |
Technology | Peter Scott, Serge Paquin |
Island Admissions | Kristen Rogers |
Grandstand Admissions | Bruce MacDonald |
Hospitality Tents / Vendors | Sue Erskine |
Regatta Objectives | Mike Purcer, Mike Petrychanko, Tom Blacquiere, Ken Campbell, Peter Scott |
Media Boats | Mark Jenkins |
Media Relations | Renate Hodges |
C.H.R.C. | Wayne Dick, Swede Burak |