The Annual General Meeting is a chance for our community to come together to celebrate another year of growth and impact. There will be interactive opportunities to catch up and get to know other PC community members, stories and updates from our team, and some live music. We will also welcome new Board members and review our 2020 audited financial statements. This will be a virtual event, held on Zoom. Please click on the image below to register.

Project Canoe is excited to bring you the first part of our Anti-Oppression and Anti-Racism in the Outdoor Industry Workshop Series.

In this first session, we will identify, deconstruct and challenge colonial racist narratives as they are re-produced in the outdoor industry and inform power dynamics in your roles as outdoor educators.

Tickets will be sold on a sliding scale, by donation. We suggest a contribution of $25, or $5. All ticket proceeds will go towards paying our facilitators for their time and work. Space is limited, and tickets are available on a first come, first served basis.

We’ve finally made it through this long winter and are now ready to welcome summer. Let’s celebrate! Please join Project Canoe for our “Summer Boat Launch” Fundraiser at 720 Bathurst Street (Centre for Social Innovation) on Wednesday, June 26th at 7:30pm!

Join us for drinks sponsored by Georgian Bay Spirits Company, hear stories from our youth and be the first to know about big changes coming to Project Canoe.

We look forward to seeing you there, and launching a new summer together!

It’s the return of Les Bandes Portage! Come to the Third Annual Rock Show in Support of Project Canoe!

• The Monarch Tavern, Toronto

• $12 online, $15 at the door

• Friday May 24th

Get out of the snow and into the cinema…

The Reel Paddling Film Festival is coming!

The World Tour kicks off Feb 5th in Toronto

The festival recognizes the best paddling films there are. It aims to inspire more people to explore rivers, lakes and oceans, push physical and emotional extremes, embrace the lifestyle and appreciate the heritage of the wild places we paddle.

• The Complete Paddler will be hosting the Premiere of the Paddling Film Festival at The Royal Theatre, 608 College Street 

• Doors will open at 6:30 PM for a 7:00 PM start

• All proceeds go to Project Canoe!

We hope to see you there!

The Reel Paddling Film Festival kicks off its 2018 world tour with the Premiere on Thursday February 8th, 2018 hosted by The Complete Paddler. All proceeds of the night will go to Project Canoe!

The Complete Paddler is proud to host Rapid Media’s 13th annual Reel Paddling Film Festival that showcases some of the best paddling films in the world. This international competition begins in Toronto, ON, hosted by The Complete Paddler, before beginning its year-long tour across the globe and screening to over 30,000 outdoor enthusiasts and their families. The festival recognizes the best paddling films in a series of categories like best whitewater kayaking film, best canoeing film, best fishing film etc. It aims to inspire more people to explore rivers, lakes and oceans, push physical and emotional extremes, embrace the lifestyle and appreciate the heritage of the wild places we paddle.

The Complete Paddler and others will be donating a number of door prizes to be won as well as “Hot Ticket” prizes. Everyone who attends will be entered into the draw for the Door Prizes and Hot Tickets will be sold separately for $2.00/ea or $5.00 for 3.

Tickets: $13/Advance or $16/door plus tax. Advance tickets can be purchased at The Complete Paddler in person, over the phone 416 255 6905 or online. Your tickets will be waiting for you at the door if you purchase over the phone or online. 

Advanced tickets will be available until 1pm Thursday February 8th.

Location: The Royal Theatre, 608 College Street. Toronto, Ontario M6G 1B4 MAP

Time: Doors open at 6:30pm and the show starts at 7pm. It will run until 10pm

For more information: The Complete Paddler www.completepaddler.ca
416 255 6905
info@completepaddler.ca

Join us for a free screening of The Peel Project!

The Peel Project follows six Canadian artists as they paddle into the arctic to create, learn and grow through disconnecting and reconnecting in the wild. The film encapsulates much of what we aspire to create on Project Canoe trips in Algonquin Park; it is a raw glimpse into life on a canoe trip as they overcome challenges, bask in the beauty that is the Canadian wilderness, and learn about their individual and collective capabilities.

The film also advocates for the protection of wild spaces that we hold near and dear to our hearts, as the Peel River Watershed is one of the last undeveloped watersheds in Canada. The area has been the subject of a five-year legal battle between the government and local First Nations and environmental groups fighting for the protection of the land and culture in the wake of mining and oil exploration.  The Peel Project blends art, science and storytelling to connect audiences to the Peel River Watershed in lieu of this fight for environmental justice.

Cost: Free
Runtime: 68 minutes

Celebrate our 40th Anniversary with us: Project Canoe is once again participating in the Scotiabank Charity Challenge to send more young people on canoe trips!

When you run or walk for Project Canoe, you’re raising funds that go directly to programs. Many people credit their time on canoe trips with making them the person they are today, but for some the opportunity is simply not available. Over our 40 year history we have bridged the gap for thousands of young people who are unable to access the Great Canadian Outdoors.

Join our team and help make this possible for more youth!

It's easy to register to run with Project Canoe! To register, click 'Register' below and follow the instructions.

PROJECT CANOE IS TURNING 40!

Join us to reminisce & celebrate 40 years of helping youth transform their lives through the power of the outdoors, at our 'canoe trip themed' 40th Anniversary Party!

Featuring a camp style night of music, art, food, auction items and a chance to hear from youth and families positively impacted by Project Canoe.

Tickets $40 Online (Advance) / $50 (At the door). Tickets include a drink ticket & tasty campfire fare.

Where: 192 Spadina Avenue, Toronto

When: October 17th, 7pm-10pm

Our 2017 Annual General Meeting will be held on October 3rd.

Location: 215 Spadina Avenue, Fourth Floor, "Innovation Lab" Room
Date: 9pm, 3rd October

Please note that you will need to call 416 778 4311 to be let into the building at this time.

An Urban Wilderness Walk in Lawrence Heights

Come join Project Canoe and Lawrence Heights residents as we walk through the neighbourhood to explore community connections.

This is a chance to learn more about the youth our program serves, and to explore the area's past, present and future. Join us on a walk through this evolving neighbourhood!

When? June 30th, 3:30pm
Where? Starting at 37 Varna Drive
Cost? Jane's Walks are always free.

To register, contact: Rayon Reid Brown
e: Rayon.Reid-Brown@torontohousing.ca
p: 647.468.4035

Come to the Monarch Tavern for live music and help raise funds to send youth on trip this summer!

Pay What You Can - $15 suggested. Cash Only at the Door (no advanced sales).

A charity golf tournament in memory of Austin Hill. All proceeds will be donated to the Refuge, Project Canoe and Outward Bound Canada.

A young life was cut drastically short. Austin Tyler Hill died in his sleep at the age of 19. His family and friends – anyone who knew him – are devastated by the unbelievable loss of this dynamic, wonderful young man.

Read more about the event, buy a ticket for the tournament, and find out more information here.