Our Programs
Canoeing Program
Launched in 1971, with the latest edition launched in 2009, saw the start of some significant changes for national instructors. The canoe programs have expanded into Big Canoe, Coastal Canoeing and Style from it's foundational base of Lake, Moving Water, Poling and Canoe Tripping.
Sea Kayaking Program
Includes nationally recognized certifications in five skill levels, five instructor levels, and four instructor-trainer levels.
Stand Up Paddling Program
This program teaches paddlers how to safely and efficiently use stand up paddleboards in a wide variety of waters.
River Kayaking Program
Includes nationally recognized certifications in four skill levels and four instructor levels, earned through course participation.
Waterwalker Film Festival
A tribute to the late Bill Mason, the great conservationist, canoeist and filmmaker.
Bill Mason Scholarship
A tribute to the late Bill Mason, a Canadian recognized as an avid canoeist, environmentalist, filmmaker, photographer and artist.
Latest Instructor News
Volunteer Awards
Recently, two of our incredible volunteers were recognized for their outstanding hard work and dedication to the Paddle Canada organization. The Kirk Wipper Award in recognition of 20-plus years of volunteerism was presented to David Johnston. A Volunteer Recognition Award was also presented to David Johnston – in recognition of his outstanding work on the […]
2018 Annual General Meeting Documents Now Posted
The 2018 Annual General meeting was held by teleconference / webinar on April 18, 2019 at 7 pm EDT. The meeting documents can be viewed here. […]
Member Claudia Kerckhoff Van Wijk receives Lifetime Achievement Award
A big congratulations to Paddle Canada member Claudia Kerckhoff Van Wijk on receiving a Lifetime Achievement Award from the World Paddle Awards! “I am honoured for being recognized for my participation and contribution to the sport of whitewater paddling. I am still happiest when in my kayak, especially when running a challenging section of river, so […]
