NEWS

What began as a quick stop at a club awards banquet turned into an unexpected journey into the world of paddling for volunteer Wendy Train.

This June, Canadians from coast to coast to coast are invited to get on the water and celebrate the return of We Paddle Month.

CKC announces the Canoe Slalom teams representing Canada internationally in 2026. This year’s team reflects the depth, determination, and momentum building across Canadian slalom.

Twenty-four Canadian sprint paddlers have earned their spots on the 2026 ICF Canoe Sprint World Cup teams following a successful National Team Trials #1 (NTT #1).

Canoe Kayak Canada is looking for an athlete’s representative for the Canoe Slalom Officials Committee. The CSOC will meet at least twice (2) a year at the call of the Chair, to provide technical and oversight of the officiating aspects of Canoe Slalom.

The Sport Program Events Officer will support the planning and delivery of domestic canoe kayak competitions throughout the summer of 2026.

Canoe Kayak Canada and the Rideau Canoe Club are proud to announce that they will  host the 2026 Canoe Kayak Canada Sprint National Championships in Ottawa, Ontario, taking place August 25–29, 2026. The Canadian Masters National Championships (CanMas) will follow on August 30, 2026.

Q&A with Kevin Tobin
Bronze Medalist, 2025 World Marathon Championships
Ottawa River Canoe Club | PaddleAll/Special Olympic Athlete

CKC is seeking qualified candidates to support upcoming international slalom projects during the 2026 competition season.

Additional info for Masters World Championships participants and anyone who would like to compete in an International Canoe Federation (ICF) event and represent Team Canada. 

As part of our commitment to coach development and providing valuable international experience to coaches, along with the benefit of input and involvement of different coaches from within our community.