Paddle Canada Info
Paddle Canada is a national non profit committed to supporting canoeists and kayakers. Paddle Canada is committed to meeting this goal by developing standard skill sets for paddlers and providing training to support these skills.Paddle Canada's Mission Statement
To promote all forms of recreational paddling to Canadians of diverse abilities, culture or age, to advocate for a healthy natural environment, and to develop an appreciation for the canoe and the kayak in our Canadian heritage.
The 4 Pillars of Paddle Canada's Mission
Safety
We promote and teach the safe use of canoes and kayaks.
Educational Programs
Educational Programs
We train our instructors to certify people in the knowledge & skills of safe and enjoyable canoeing and kayaking.
Environmental Awareness
We help develop a love and respect for our natural resources.
Heritage
We nurture understanding of the place of the canoe and the kayak in our Canadian heritage.
There are 3 streams in Paddle Canada's curriculum.
There are 3 streams in Paddle Canada's curriculum.
- The Skills stream is designed for recreational paddlers, and takes you from day paddling in calm, sheltered waters to multiday touring along open coastlines.
- The Instructor stream is designed for paddlers with an interest in leadership and teaching.
- The Instructor Trainer stream is designed for paddlers who are interested in teaching the teachers.
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Customer Comments
"Thanks so much for putting together this expedition for us. We originally had bought a luxury kayak trip with gourmet food - that's what we ended up getting, thanks to Sarah. She's an awesome guide. She's patient, accommodating, knowledgeable and a great chef. We wouldn't have changed anything. She managed competing requests diplomatically. She catered to my finicky food fussiness in an understanding and non-judgmental manner. We really feel that we got the best possible use of our time because of her experience and familiarity with the area and its history. We crossed one area in total fog and, thanks to Sarah's skilful navigating, arrived EXACTLY where we were headed. The food preparation was delicious, fast, healthful and beautifully presented. We're very lucky to have had Sarah as our guide and we highly recommend her for other trips."
L.K. , Toronto, 2011