The Royal St. John's Regatta - Organizers
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Organizers of the Races
The Regatta Committee pose for a picture in a boat. Click on the image for a larger picture.
(Size: 63kB, Approximate Year: 1920, Source: PANL Glass Plate Negatives (Glassplate No: PANL e45-39))
The Regatta Committee poses for a picture in the Victoria Carriage. Click on the image for a larger picture.
(Size: 47kB, Approximate Year: 1948, Source: Sports Archives of Newfoundland and Labrador)

Click here for photos of the Committee Presidents from 1873 to 2003.

When the first committee was formed in 1826, the group was known simply as the Amateurs of Boat Racing. They ensured the races went off in fine fashion and this tradition has carried on.

The Royal St. John's Regatta Committee takes it upon itself every year to ensure the day of the races is organized well, officiated properly, and, most importantly, enjoyed by all.

The Committee, like the Regatta, has an extensive history itself. It too follows a certain set of traditions. One of the oldest of these traditions is the requirement that one must be appointed in order to serve on the Committee. Another tradition is that a President may serve only two terms before stepping down. Prior to the mid-twentieth century, however, we do see Presidents serving for longer then two years. It is without a doubt a position of distinction in the City of St. John's.
Honorary Members Plaque
The Honorary Members Plaque hanging outside the Regatta Museum. (Size: 31kB)

We wish to acknowledge all those over the years who have made the Royal St. John's Regatta a wonderful event enjoyed by many. We recognize the hard work and effort made by everyone in the preparation and execution of the Royal St. John's Regatta.

The 1926 St. John's Regatta Committee. Click on the image for a larger picture.
(Size: 46kB)
The 2003 Royal St. John's Regatta Committee. Click on the image for a larger picture and a listing of all the committee members in the photograph.
(Size: 46kB, Photographer: Gord King)
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