Who Can Join ?
Whether your interest is in recreational paddling, water safety, flatwater racing, Masters program, adventure racing, dragon boating, the Ottawa River Canoe Club has a program that is right for you.

The only requirement for membership is that the paddler be a competent swimmer (see membership form for more details)

Our objectives are to provide safety, to encourage participation in recreational canoeing and to develop paddling skills in all disciplines.

How Do I Join?
Visit the Club during practice times, fill out a membership form and bring a cheque (see membership form). We will be more than happy to arrange a "test run" of our boats for you or your children before you join. If you have any questions concerning membership, give L.A. (Lesley) or Bevin Schmidt a call at 832-1820.

Email contact: admin@ottawarivercanoe.com

How do we do it?
The Ottawa River Canoe Club is in its infancy and we are truly grateful to the City of Ottawa for their financial support for our "start up". We are also being assisted by the Y Camp and by the volunteer efforts of our coaches.

Your membership fees, sponsorships and fund raising campaigns all contribute towards this non profit facility.

We will need more volunteers as time goes on and if you have experience in areas that you are willing to share with us, we would be very grateful. If you would like to volunteer, please contact a coach at practice time. Please help us grow.

How Much Does It Cost?
Paddling is a high-quality sport at a very affordable price (see attached membership form). The membership cost is $175 per person for club membership with a $400 family maximum. Boats, paddles, and lifejackets are supplied. (if you have your own please feel free to bring them, it helps us out and allows more people to be on the water).