| DATE | EVENT | TIME | CLUB | CITY | COST/ AGE RESTRICTIONS | MORE INFO | LINKS |
| All June long | Drop-ins | Monday to Friday 5pm to 9pm | Manitoba Canoe & Kayak Center | 80 Churchill Drive Winnipeg, MB R3L 0T5 |
All Ages | Things to bring: water, hat, sunglasses, change of clothes and a towel. This is a great way to experience the Manitoba Canoe Kayak Center and the Red River for the first time! Come anytime between 5pm to 9pm to try kayaking or canoeing with your friends and family. Please register for drop-ins on our website or register in person when you arrive. | https://www.mpa.mb.ca/winnipeg |
| June 4, 2025 | Club Paddle on the North Saskatchewan River | 6:30-9 pm | United Albertan Paddling Society | Open to all Club Members | PFD, Whistle, Helmet, Boat, Paddle, Skirt, Sponge, Water, Wetsuit or Drysuit | ||
| June 7, 2025 | Journée Portes ouvertes | 10:00am to 4:00pm | Club de Canotage de Cartierville | 12530 rue Cousineau Montréal, QC H4K 1R1 |
9 à 14 ans | Please bring: Swimsuit, towel, bottle of water, sunscreen. Introduction to sprint canoeing on the Rivière des Prairies | |
| June 7, 2025 | Open House Event | Gananoque Canoe Club | 31 Adelaide Street Gananoque, ON K7G 2V4 |
Anyone open house event for all. Tour our facilities and equipment. We will have recreational kayaks available to try. | Have you registered for GCC summer program or are you interested. Join us for our open house event. Our summer staff will be available. | https://www.facebook.com/groups/6661439116/ | |
| Saturday, June 7 | Human Powered – Chelsea – À l’énergie humaine! | Cascades Club | 12 chemin Campbell Chelsea, QC J9B 2M6 | FREE | Cascades waterfront boathouse open house! Access from the Voie Verte… citizens of Chelsea are welcome to stop by the Cascades Boathouse (12, ch. Campbell) anytime during the day on Saturday, June 7 th which is National Physical Activity Day to try a dragon boat, standup paddleboard, outrigger canoe, rabaska canoe, and much more! (Rain date / backup date, Sunday, June 8th). Our community club is over 100 years old and an important part of the community. We will invite the Gatineau River Historical Society to join us at the boathouse with their maps and photos, to share stories from Chelsea’s history. Located on the Gatineau River, our water-based activities will not only be an opportunity for Chelsea residents to try a wide range of interesting human-powered boats, but also an opportunity for residents to connect with nature and appreciate one of the wildest and most beautiful sections of the Gatineau River. | https://www.cascadesclub.ca/ | |
| June 7 2025 | Cascades Club Open House | 10am to 2pm | Cascades Club | Waterfront Boathouse Campbell road and Voie Vert Chelsea, QC J9B 2M6 |
all ages and abilities are welcome | Come out for a paddle on the historic and beautiful Gatineau river in one of our canoes, touring kayaks, dragon boats, SUPs and learn more about outrigger canoe. We supply the boats, paddles and lifejackets | https://www.cascadesclub.ca/ |
| June 9 2025 | Paddle with Brian | 6:00-8:00 pm | Club de canoë-kayak Viking | beside 160 route Principale Wentworth-Nord, QC J0T 1Y0 |
Free/ Members, past-members, paddling friends of Brian | If not a Club member and you plan on attending, can you please confirm your attendance, and confirm if you will need to borrow a Club boat/paddle/pfd. canoekayakviking@gmail.com450-226-1876 | www.canoekayakviking.ca |
| June 11, 2025 | Pool Session | 8-9 pm | United Albertan Paddling Society | 9835 93 Ave NW Edmonton, AB T6E 2V9 |
Club Members | Swimsuit, towel, nose plugs and swim goggles | https://www.paddleuaps.com/?EventViewMode=1&EventListViewMode=2&SelectedDate=6/21/2025&CalendarViewType=1 |
| June 13 – 15 | Blackstone River Whitewater Paddling | 4pm on the 13th to 4pm on the 15th | Ceyana Canoe Club | PO Box 4545 Edmonton, AB T6E 5G4 |
Whitewater kayakers and canoers with skills for class II-III whitewater, full flotation and helmets are mandatory | Please Bring: Cold water immersion, mandatory float bags and helmets. There will be Camping, vehicle shuttles. Minimum bookings required to retain group campground reservation. Maximum of 12 participants. Must be paid by June 2, 2025. Attendees must have paid Ceyana club membership in order to register for event. Register for membership at www.ceyana.caBlackstone River Whitewater Paddling Event: Located approx. 25kms North of Nordegg on the Trunk Road (734) & Chungo Creek road, the Blackstone River is a skill step up from the upper section Wildhay river, thus Class II-III. We have booked the Blackstone Group campsite, which is on the river (just off the Chungo Creek Road) and divides the upper run from the two lower runs so there is a variety of paddling options. The group site has a big cook shelter, fire pit, picnic tables and toilets but otherwise is off the grid. The upper run of approx. 2 hours is a thrilling paddle thru a narrow canyon with constant 90 degree turns. The run from the group site to the trunk road (3 hours; 17 kms) is more open and adds in some ledges, while the run from the trunk road to the gas plant (25kms) has more standing waves. |
https://ceyanacanoeclub.wildapricot.org/event-6125820 |
| Saturday June 14 | OBC Community Day (Free Trials and Open House) | 9am to 4pm | Club de canotage OBC -Otterburn | Centre communautaire de la Pointe-Valaine, 85 rue Oxford,Otterburn Park, QC J3H 1H3 | FREE | The canoe club is hosting a community day from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. on Saturday, June 14th, featuring plenty of on-site entertainment and free trials of kayaking, stand-up paddleboarding, dragon boating, and more. The club provides all necessary equipment (paddles, PFDs, and boats). However, it is recommended to bring your own PFD to avoid waiting times. | https://www.zeffy.com/ticketing/journee-communautaire-obc-gratuite-samedi-14-juin–2025-2 |
| June 14, 2025 | Free Kids Trial Days | 10am-12pm | Burloak Canoe Club | 160 Water St Oakville, ON L6J 2Z6 |
Kids ages 8-14, all skill levels welcome | Get a taste of what paddling is all about! Our kids program is a great way to stay active, meet new friends, and get into nature, right in the heart of Oakville.
A free BBQ lunch is included on June 14, so come out and stay for a fun day at the canoe club.If you have your own PFD, please bring it. We have extras for those who don’t. Wear clothes that are okay to get wet, and you may want a change for after. |
https://www.instagram.com/burloakcanoeclub/?hl=en |
| June 14, 2025 | Tour Gananoque River – Kayaking for All | Gananoque Canoe Club | 31 Adelaide Street Gananoque, ON K7G 2V4 |
All Ages | We will have 6 spaces available for adults and 8 for children. Join us on an introduction to kayaking session for 1 hours. Basic strokes and a 2km paddle down the beautiful Gananoque River. | https://www.facebook.com/groups/6661439116/ | |
| June 14, 2025 | Regina Marathon Canoe Club Qu’appelle River Canoe Race | 10:00AM – 1:00PM | Canoe Kayak Saskatchewan | Meet at the Merv Woods Boathouse in Lumsden River Park Campground 55 SK-20, Lumsden, Saskatchewan, Canada. | All ages and boat classes are welcome to attend and/or participate. $20 Registration fee on site (extra $5 for non CKS members), this includes the post-race snacks. All paddlecrafts welcome | This 16km race offers a race experience and the opportunity to learn from others in a group environment. Join the excitement of the annual Lumsden Canoe Race, hosted by the Regina Marathon Canoe Club (RMCC)! This thrilling event winds through the scenic Qu’Appelle Valley, offering paddlers of all skill levels a fun and challenging course. Whether you’re a seasoned racer or a first-time participant, it’s a great way to enjoy the outdoors and connect with fellow canoeing enthusiasts. Prizes, refreshments, and community spirit await at the finish line. Don’t miss your chance to be part of this unforgettable Saskatchewan tradition! |
https://canoekayaksask.ca/events/rmcc-lumsden-canoe-race/ |
| June 14, 2025 | Morden Paddle Fest | 9am to 2pm | Manitoba Canoe & Kayak Center | Lake Minnewasta Recreation Area and Campground at Colert Beach | All Ages | Things to bring: Hat, sunglasses, water bottle, change of clothes and a towel. Try kayaking, canoeing, dragon boating or paddle boarding on the beach! This is a great way to spend the day. Event is free come anytime between 9am and 2pm. | |
| June 14 – 15 | CKC River Rescue Course – Edmonton | Alberta Whitewater Association | Edmonton, Alberta | UAPS members first | Ready to swim in cold water | https://www.albertawhitewater.ca/ckc-river-rescue-course-uaps-edmonton | |
| June 14 – 15 | CKC River Rescue Course – Kananaskis/Calgary | Alberta Whitewater Association | Kananaskis/CalgaryAlberta | Anyone interested in being safer on the river. | Be prepared to swim in cold water | https://www.albertawhitewater.ca/river-rescue-course | |
| June 14 – 15 | Swiftwater Rescue | United Albertan Paddling Society | 9835 93 Ave NW Edmonton, AB T6E 2V9 |
Anyone | All Paddling Gear, Notebook, Pen or Pencils, Camping Gear, Food and Beverages | https://www.paddleuaps.com/?EventViewMode=1&EventListViewMode=2&SelectedDate=6/21/2025&CalendarViewType=1 | |
| June 18, 2025 | Club Paddle on the North Saskatchewan River | 6:30-9 pm | United Albertan Paddling Society | 9835 93 Ave NW Edmonton, AB T6E 2V9 |
Club Members | PFD, Whistle, Helmet, Boat, Paddle, Skirt, Sponge, Water, Wetsuit or Drysuit | https://www.paddleuaps.com/page-18126?EventViewMode=1&EventListViewMode=2&SelectedDate=6/21/2025&CalendarViewType=1 |
| June 21, 2025 | National Indigenous Peoples’ Day | 10am to 1pm | Manitoba Canoe & Kayak Center | Open to all, but must sign up. | Open to all, but must sign up. The signup sheet is now available for our Indigenous Peoples Day activities!
Be sure to sign up early to reserve your place in a canoe if you are coming for the morning paddle from St. Vital! The event is free, but all participants are required to sign-up before joining the paddling fun. (Use link for QR code to sign-up) We are also planning a plant walk and music in the afternoon if being on the water isn’t your thing. Join us in celebrating Indigenous People’s Day! |
https://www.instagram.com/p/DKLSX8cs07D/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA== | |
| June 21-22 | Kananaskis Open 2025 | Alberta Whitewater Association | Kananaskis, Alberta | Open to everyone | Slalom, Kayak Cross, Freestyle Competitions | https://www.albertawhitewater.ca/kananaskis-open-2025 | |
| June 21- 22 | UAPS Next Step Course with AQO | United Albertan Paddling Society | 9835 93 Ave NW Edmonton, AB T6E 2V9 |
Club Members | All Paddling Gear, Camping Gear, Food and Beverages | https://www.paddleuaps.com/?EventViewMode=1&EventListViewMode=2&SelectedDate=6/21/2025&CalendarViewType=1 | |
| June 21 – 22 | Mom’s River Weekend at Rocky Mountain House | United Albertan Paddling Society | 9835 93 Ave NW Edmonton, AB T6E 2V9 |
Club members who are mothers of young children | All Paddling Gear, Camping Gear, Food and Beverages | ||
| June 22, 2025 | Saskatoon Racing Canoe Club Development Regatta | 11:00am to 3:30pm | Canoe Kayak Saskatchewan | Saskatoon, Saskatchewan | U14, U12 & U10 novice athletes. Complete the club entry form found on the attached link, before June 17th. Entry fee of $50/ athlete – includes post event snacks and drinks | Located at the Victoria Park Boathouse in Victoria Park in Saskatoon’s Riversdale Neighbourhood. Parking Lot located at the foot of Avenue G off Spadina Crescent West.
Events include: Biathlon: 1000M Run & 1000M Paddle with turn in K-1’s & C-1’s, 500M Sprint in K-1’s & C-1’s, Relays – each leg 300M, Mixed Crew Dragonboat |
https://canoekayaksask.ca/events/srcc-development-regatta/ |
| June 25, 2025 | Free Kids Trial Days | 5pm to 7pm | Burloak Canoe Club | 160 Water St Oakville, ON L6J 2Z6 |
Kids ages 8-14, all skill levels welcome | Get a taste of what paddling is all about! Our kids program is a great way to stay active, meet new friends, and get into nature, right in the heart of Oakville.
A free BBQ lunch is included on June 14, so come out and stay for a fun day at the canoe club.If you have your own PFD, please bring it. We have extras for those who don’t. Wear clothes that are okay to get wet, and you may want a change for after. |
https://www.instagram.com/burloakcanoeclub/?hl=en |
| June 25, 2025 | Pool Session | 8-9 pm | United Albertan Paddling Society | 9835 93 Ave NW Edmonton, AB T6E 2V9 |
Club Members | Bathing suit, towel, nose plugs, swim goggles | https://www.paddleuaps.com/page-18126?EventViewMode=1&EventListViewMode=2&SelectedDate=6/21/2025&CalendarViewType=1 |
| June 28 – 29 | Grande Cache River Rendezvous 2025 | Alberta Whitewater Association | Grand Cache Hotel, AB | -Family – $30, Individual – $20, Staying in a room at the Grande Cache Hotel – $0 event fee. Open to Recreational Whitewater, Alberta Whitewater Members, class III paddlers with a bomb-proof roll | Paddling on class 2/3 rivers/more info on website | https://www.albertawhitewater.ca/grande-cache-river-rendezvous-2025 | |
| Tuesday July 1 | Canada Day Free Paddle Party! | 10am to 1pm | Flatwater North Sprint Club | 94 Walnut Crescent, Whitehorse, Yukon | FREE | Flatwater North invites you to a special three-hour event on the stunning Schwatka Lake! This is a free opportunity for Whitehorse community members who’ve never paddled before to experience the beauty of the lake in our two-person canoes. Simply sign the waiver, bring a water bottle, sunscreen, and anything else you need to feel comfortable! Each canoe session will be limited to 40 minutes to ensure everyone gets a chance to enjoy the water. Come out and paddle with us! Participants should bring a water bottle, weather-appropriate clothing, sunscreen, and their own personal flotation device if they prefer. Elders, children (with adults), youth (14+ can independently paddle in pairs) welcome! No limitations. | https://www.flatwaternorth.ca/ |
| DATE | EVENT | TIME | CLUB | CITY | COST/ AGE RESTRICTIONS | MORE INFO | LINKS |
| June 7, 2025 | Journée Portes ouvertes | 10:00am to 4:00pm | Club de Canotage de Cartierville | 12530 rue Cousineau Montréal, QC H4K 1R1 |
9 à 14 ans | Please bring: Swimsuit, towel, bottle of water, sunscreen. Introduction to sprint canoeing on the Rivière des Prairies | |
| June 7, 2025 | Open House Event | Gananoque Canoe Club | 31 Adelaide Street Gananoque, ON K7G 2V4 |
Anyone open house event for all. Tour our facilities and equipment. We will have recreational kayaks available to try. | Have you registered for GCC summer program or are you interested. Join us for our open house event. Our summer staff will be available. | https://www.facebook.com/groups/6661439116/ | |
| Saturday, June 7 | Human Powered – Chelsea – À l’énergie humaine! | Cascades Club | 12 chemin Campbell Chelsea, QC J9B 2M6 | FREE | Cascades waterfront boathouse open house! Access from the Voie Verte… citizens of Chelsea are welcome to stop by the Cascades Boathouse (12, ch. Campbell) anytime during the day on Saturday, June 7 th which is National Physical Activity Day to try a dragon boat, standup paddleboard, outrigger canoe, rabaska canoe, and much more! (Rain date / backup date, Sunday, June 8th). Our community club is over 100 years old and an important part of the community. We will invite the Gatineau River Historical Society to join us at the boathouse with their maps and photos, to share stories from Chelsea’s history. Located on the Gatineau River, our water-based activities will not only be an opportunity for Chelsea residents to try a wide range of interesting human-powered boats, but also an opportunity for residents to connect with nature and appreciate one of the wildest and most beautiful sections of the Gatineau River. | https://www.cascadesclub.ca/ | |
| June 9 2025 | Paddle with Brian | 6:00-8:00 pm | Club de canoë-kayak Viking | beside 160 route Principale Wentworth-Nord, QC J0T 1Y0 |
Free/ Members, past-members, paddling friends of Brian | If not a Club member and you plan on attending, can you please confirm your attendance, and confirm if you will need to borrow a Club boat/paddle/pfd. canoekayakviking@gmail.com450-226-1876 | www.canoekayakviking.ca |
| June 13 – 15 | Blackstone River Whitewater Paddling | 4pm on the 13th to 4pm on the 15th | Ceyana Canoe Club | PO Box 4545 Edmonton, AB T6E 5G4 |
Whitewater kayakers and canoers with skills for class II-III whitewater, full flotation and helmets are mandatory | Please Bring: Cold water immersion, mandatory float bags and helmets. There will be Camping, vehicle shuttles. Minimum bookings required to retain group campground reservation. Maximum of 12 participants. Must be paid by June 2, 2025. Attendees must have paid Ceyana club membership in order to register for event. Register for membership at www.ceyana.caBlackstone River Whitewater Paddling Event: Located approx. 25kms North of Nordegg on the Trunk Road (734) & Chungo Creek road, the Blackstone River is a skill step up from the upper section Wildhay river, thus Class II-III. We have booked the Blackstone Group campsite, which is on the river (just off the Chungo Creek Road) and divides the upper run from the two lower runs so there is a variety of paddling options. The group site has a big cook shelter, fire pit, picnic tables and toilets but otherwise is off the grid. The upper run of approx. 2 hours is a thrilling paddle thru a narrow canyon with constant 90 degree turns. The run from the group site to the trunk road (3 hours; 17 kms) is more open and adds in some ledges, while the run from the trunk road to the gas plant (25kms) has more standing waves. |
https://ceyanacanoeclub.wildapricot.org/event-6125820 |
| Saturday June 14 | OBC Community Day (Free Trials and Open House) | 9am to 4pm | Club de canotage OBC -Otterburn | Centre communautaire de la Pointe-Valaine, 85 rue Oxford,Otterburn Park, QC J3H 1H3 | FREE | The canoe club is hosting a community day from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. on Saturday, June 14th, featuring plenty of on-site entertainment and free trials of kayaking, stand-up paddleboarding, dragon boating, and more. The club provides all necessary equipment (paddles, PFDs, and boats). However, it is recommended to bring your own PFD to avoid waiting times. | https://www.zeffy.com/ticketing/journee-communautaire-obc-gratuite-samedi-14-juin–2025-2 |
| June 14, 2025 | Tour Gananoque River – Kayaking for All | Gananoque Canoe Club | 31 Adelaide Street Gananoque, ON K7G 2V4 |
All Ages | We will have 6 spaces available for adults and 8 for children. Join us on an introduction to kayaking session for 1 hours. Basic strokes and a 2km paddle down the beautiful Gananoque River. | https://www.facebook.com/groups/6661439116/ | |
| June 14 – 15 | CKC River Rescue Course – Edmonton | Alberta Whitewater Association | Edmonton, Alberta | UAPS members first | Ready to swim in cold water | https://www.albertawhitewater.ca/ckc-river-rescue-course-uaps-edmonton | |
| June 14 – 15 | CKC River Rescue Course – Kananaskis/Calgary | Alberta Whitewater Association | Kananaskis/CalgaryAlberta | Anyone interested in being safer on the river. | Be prepared to swim in cold water | https://www.albertawhitewater.ca/river-rescue-course | |
| June 21-22 | Kananaskis Open 2025 | Alberta Whitewater Association | Kananaskis, Alberta | Open to everyone | Slalom, Kayak Cross, Freestyle Competitions | https://www.albertawhitewater.ca/kananaskis-open-2025 | |
| June 28 – 29 | Grande Cache River Rendezvous 2025 | Alberta Whitewater Association | Grand Cache Hotel, AB | -Family – $30, Individual – $20, Staying in a room at the Grande Cache Hotel – $0 event fee. Open to Recreational Whitewater | Paddling on class 2/3 rivers/more info on website | https://www.albertawhitewater.ca/grande-cache-river-rendezvous-2025 | |
| Tuesday July 1 | Canada Day Free Paddle Party! | 10am to 1pm | Flatwater North Sprint Club | 94 Walnut Crescent, Whitehorse, Yukon | FREE | Flatwater North invites you to a special three-hour event on the stunning Schwatka Lake! This is a free opportunity for Whitehorse community members who’ve never paddled before to experience the beauty of the lake in our two-person canoes. Simply sign the waiver, bring a water bottle, sunscreen, and anything else you need to feel comfortable! Each canoe session will be limited to 40 minutes to ensure everyone gets a chance to enjoy the water. Come out and paddle with us! Participants should bring a water bottle, weather-appropriate clothing, sunscreen, and their own personal flotation device if they prefer. Elders, children (with adults), youth (14+ can independently paddle in pairs) welcome! No limitations. | https://www.flatwaternorth.ca/ |
