Milner leaves Canadian Olympic program

Sail Canada has revealed that Mike Milner has left his position as Sail Canada’s High Performance Director. After holding the position since April 2018, Milner was responsible for the Canadian Sailing Team, Sail Canada’s Development Squad, the development of the Sail Canada Identified Athlete Program, and investments in coach development.

“On behalf of Sail Canada, I would like to truly thank Mike Milner for his work and service to the organization,” said Sail Canada’s Chief Executive Officer, Ryan Kelly. “Mike worked tirelessly, day in and day out, to support our coaches, support team and athletes and we are grateful for his leadership. I would like to wish him the best in his next endeavors.”

During the transition period, Sail Canada’s Chief Technical Officer Ken Dool will take on the lead of the High Performance Program. Sail Canada will announce further details about the High Performance Director candidate search and hiring process in the near future.

“I could not have asked for a better team, whether at the Olympics or watching our National provincial and club coaches running our National Talent Identification Camps,” said Milner.

“The progress of performance sailing in Canada is undeniable. Our implemented system of Talent ID, the Identified Athlete Program, the improvement of the Development Squad results, and the ongoing Podium athletes working towards medals is at the core of what we do.

“As I leave my position at Sail Canada and move on to other projects, I look forward to and support the new leadership at Sail Canada, and the path forward to success.”

Source: Sail Canada