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Launch Schedule

For more than a century, Kwasind and Hiawatha have ferried our Members and their guests from the mainland to the Island. Find all the scheduling information you need here for a seamless journey.

We kindly remind all Members to please bring your Membership card when using the Launch Service.
You’ll need to tap it when departing to the Island as you get on the launches.

Bringing a guest? Make sure to get each one a Launch Guest Pass in advance.  

Launch Guest Pass


Please note, as of Sunday, October 6, 2024, the TDOT service has ended for the season.

From City Station 

From Island 
7:45 am 8:00 am
8:15 am 10:00 am
10:15 am 12:00 pm
12:15 am 2:00 pm
2:15 pm 3:45 pm
4:00 pm 4:30 pm

Saturday & Sunday

 

To Island                                                 

To City
7:45 am 8:00 am
8:15 am 9:00 am
9:15 am 10:00 am
10:15 am 11:00 am
11:15 am 12:00 pm
12:15 pm 1:00 pm
1:15 pm 2:00 pm
2:15 pm 3:00 pm
3:15 pm 4:00 pm* Last Run after November 3rd
4:15 pm 5:00 pm
5:15 pm 5:30 pm
5:45 pm 6:00 pm

Weekend Service will end on November 17.
Weekday Service will end on November 22.
 
The Ship Channel Bridge is currently under construction, and its completion date is uncertain (refer to latest update). Recognizing that this bridge is the primary transportation route to the Island, we are committed to providing our Members with alternative transportation options to reach the Island. To achieve this, we have provided alternative solutions until the bridge is back in operation:

 

Pontoon Boat Service Update

The Pontoon Boat Service has concluded for the season with the end of Midweek Race Night.
 

 

Option 1: TDOT Water Taxi Service - Scheduled Staff Runs


Please note, as of Sunday, October 6, 2024, the TDOT service has ended for the season.

 

 

Option 2. Book your own TDOT Water Taxi Service

Members may book their own fare with TDOT at unscheduled times (required to show a Membership card) at a rate of $15.00 per trip.

To book your TDOT Water Taxi, call or text: 647.370.8368.

CITY STATION (RCYC LAUNCH)


City Station is located just south of the ship canal on Cherry Street. Our Club's launches, Hiawatha and Kwasind, transport Members and their guests to our historic Island Clubhouse. Our facility includes private parking for Members.
 
 

PARKING

$25 Daily Rate (24 Hours)
$12 Day Rate (8:00 am to 4:00 pm)
$12 Evening Rate (4:00 pm to 12:00 am)
$12 Overnight Rate (12:00 am to 8:00 am)
30-minute grace period
Plus applicable taxes (not included above)

To order your seasonal Parking Pass, please click below to fill out the form.

Parking Pass
 


LAUNCH ACCESSIBILITY


We are pleased to assist in arranging alternative launch accommodations for Members and guests requiring wheelchair access. To arrange this service, please email the RCYC Sailing Office at [email protected]  or call 416.967.7245 ext. 594. Kindly provide a minimum of 48 hour notice so our team can best assist you.

All runs are weather dependent and will be adjusted accordingly.