Topic: Cayman Islands Seafarers Association
Seafarers past and present honoured at Sea Sunday lunch
Cayman's seafarers and seafaring history were honoured at the weekend with the annual Sea Sunday celebration.
New catboat sculpture honours seafarers
The Cayman Catboat Club has unveiled a new sculpture dedicated to Caymanian seafarers Captain Kemuel 'Kem' Jackson and the late William Austin Ebanks for their contributions to Cayman’s rich maritime history and for keeping the catboat alive.
Seafarers gather for third annual Sea Sunday celebration
Cayman’s seafarers attended an annual event held at Seafarers’ Hall on Sunday, 9 July, to recognise their work and contribution to international trade.
Names wanted for Seafarers Registry
If you knew of a seafarer, or were a seafarer, then Celebrate Cayman is inviting you to add to the list of names of local mariners in the National Seafarers Registry, which is set to become a "living" online commemoration of the islands' sailors.
Harbour Drive renamed to honour seafarers
Dozens of people gathered in the vicinity of Hog Sty Bay along the waterfront in George Town on Friday, 25 June, to celebrate International Seamen’s Day as Harbour Drive was renamed Seafarers Way.
Seafarers gather at Government House
Noting their “sacrifice and contributions”, Governor Martyn Roper hosted a celebration for 150 of Cayman’s seafarers at a reception last week.
Seafarers help two doctors complete studies
The Cayman Islands Seafarers Association and the Health Services Authority have signed an memorandum of understanding to provide scholarships for two Caymanian HSA doctors to complete their postgraduate studies in the field of medicine.
Douglas elected Seafarers president
John Stanley Douglas is the newly elected president of the Cayman Islands Seafarers Association, “Thank you for your ongoing support as we together make these great strides for the future well-being of our association and its members.”
Veterans, seamen honored on Remembrance Sunday
War veterans and those who lost their lives at sea were honored Sunday as the Cayman Islands joined Commonwealth nations around the world in solemn remembrance. Police in ceremonial uniform marched through George Town before the laying of the wreaths at the cenotaph and seamen’s memorial.
Seafarers AGM scheduled
The Cayman Islands Seafarers Association is offering a bus service from West Bay for its next general meeting, which is scheduled for Tuesday, Oct. 18.
Seafarers visit First Baptist
Members of the Cayman Islands Seafarers Association visited the First Baptist Church on Aug. 28.
Outreach efforts maintain precious ties for seafarers
The Cayman Islands Seafarers Association’s community visitations are part of an effort to keep in touch with older seafarers or members who can no longer attend Association meetings.
Service honors seafarers
Members of the Cayman Islands Seafarers Association participated in the morning worship service at the Boatswain Bay Presbyterian Church in West Bay on July 24.
EDITORIAL – When private funds subsidize government responsibilities
When the private sector pitches in to shoulder what should be government’s burden, it allows our officials to avoid making tough, but absolutely necessary, decisions.
May deadline for seafarers’ and veterans’ benefits
Seafarers and veterans, and their spouses, who are receiving government benefits, have until May 31 to update their information with the Ministry of Finance and Economic Development.
Seafarers elect new president
The Cayman Islands Seafarers Association has elected a West Bay sea captain as its new president.
