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 […]
Paddle Canada was front and centre at the Recreational Boating Standing Committee meetings with Transport Canada in Ottawa this week, as part of their twice annual Canadian Marine Advisory Council. Executive Director, Graham Ketcheson presented on two topics: 1) Safety Equipment Requirements for Whitewater Paddling Schools (Bailers & Rope bag exemptions – on behalf of Alberta […]
What do you think about the new PFD’s now hitting the market? Paddle Canada as a valued member of Transport Canada’s National Recreational Boating Advisory Council (NRBAC) is spreading the word, so that paddlers may have a say. These new devices also are part of a larger North American lifejacket and personal flotation device harmonization […]
The board of directors, program committee chairs and staff, gathered for two days in Kingston April 6-7 to discuss the future of Paddle Canada. The weekend was a great success with some amazing work accomplished. We have the beginnings of a new Vision, Mission statement plus some agreed upon priorities, goals with measurable outcomes. We […]
We are excited to announce that our staff Bethan (Accounts and Social Media Manager) got married last month. We were all in attendance and very happy to be part of the celebration of Bethan Williams and Mike Pollard with their son Elwyn. The wedding took place at the Queen’s University Club and we were impressed […]
Invitation to Attend Paddle Canada’s Annual General Spring Meeting Paddle Canada’s Annual General Meeting will be held at 7 p.m. (Eastern Time) on Thursday, April 18, 2019. The AGM will take the form of an online webinar. Participants may join by computer (mobile or tablet) or by phone. Information to join the conference/webinar call will be sent […]
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