2025 OUTRIGGER CANADIAN NATIONALS – Comox Lake – Sept 26-28

Yes, you read that right… 

Presented by Comox Valley Canoe Racing Club, this year’s event promises to be bigger, better and more engaging, both on and off the water, than ever before.

We’ve decided to take the race to THE COMOX LAKE… which offers incredible mountain views,  crystal clear freshwater and conditions where the winds can whip up and create an upwind challenge one way and a great ride down in the opposite direction.Friday we’ve added some fun jr racing options – check out the website for those!

  • FRIDAY Sept 26
    • arrive and jr racing
  • SATURDAY Sept 27
    • Big boats – multiple categories – plus dinner/awards/music-dancing
  • SUNDAY Sept 28
    • Small boats – multiple categories
    • See times and fees on the website under events

An onsite facility offers a place to gather, socialize and watch the starts and finishes and the opportunity to engage with fellow paddlers. This is where we will host the dinner on Saturday night!  And camp sites keep us all together for a true Ohana experience.

As the race site is a fair distance from town, (see maps and photos on our website) we will be hosting a dinner on Saturday (included in your fees), which will be followed by music to keep you groovin ‘until at least 10pm!

As mentioned, onsite camping is available (These sites are not usually offered to the general public) of which there are a couple of good “group” sites.  This is an extra cost (cheap!) so be sure you register early -as this is where you indicate you’d like a camping spot.  These requests will be dealt with separately, outside the registration process and on a first come first serve basis.  Payment for the camping will be via etransfer to the club to secure your spot.  

The boat ramp,  beach access and ample parking make this an ideal location to set up and store your boats. We are finalizing the fees which will be available by early August but wish to let you know now that ferries MUST be booked asap (Horseshoe Bay route in particular will be busy) so book your reservation TODAY and sort out the other details along the way.

We are super pumped to be taking this event to the lake and hope you are as well.  A change of location, new offerings and the promise of exciting racing all make this a definite “must do” for all canoe clubs involved in outrigger racing in Canada.  

Elbows up folks.. or was that “paddles up!”…
Registration page of our website – check here for more details

Reach out with any questions about boats etc – we are here to support you getting here.
CVCRC Nationals Coordinating team

Singapore World Sprints 2026 – additional high performance coach/es: deadline extension

Expression of Interest: Deadline August 17, 2025

The CORA High Performance Committee is still actively seeking high performance coaches for the Singapore World Sprints in 2026. If you are interested in being considered for a position, please contact us at HPC@canadianoutrigger.ca

Please note, we are only considering applicants that meet the original criteria as posted in the July Contract Posting on the CORA website. You may be asked to provide a CV, please have it available.

CONTRACT COACHING POSITIONS AVAILABLE – Application Deadline: 21 July 2025

Coaches for 2026 Singapore IVF World Sprints: CORA is seeking experienced coaches to prepare Canada’s elite national teams for the Singapore IVF World Sprint Championships in 2026. 

Positions Available for the following divisions: 

  • Elite Men Coach
  • Elite Women Coach
  • Elite Under 19 Men Coach
  • Elite Under 19 Women Coach

Position Categories:  Contractual
Application Deadline:  21 July 2025
Email Applications To:  info@canadianoutrigger.ca

Coaching Responsibilities

  • Review athlete applications for relevant gender division/s in preparation for the Calgary Trials (September 20-21 2025) leading to team selection for World Sprints (Singapore 2026).
  • Athlete Selection – Initial selection of athletes who will proceed from elite trials and potential selection to the national team in each coach’s respective division.
  • Training Program Development – Create training program tailored to the timeline for Singapore sprints for the division for which the coach is responsible.
  • Competition Preparation – Plan and oversee training camps, coordinating logistics and travel in consultation with CORA’s IVF Program Manager.
  • Athlete progress monitoring through performance measures (time trials and other testing).
  • Team Building – Work to build a cohesive, communicative,supportive team atmosphere among the athletes competing for a seat and forming the final team in the coach’s division.
  • Collaboration & Reporting – Each coach will report to the CORA High Performance Committee and work closely with the CORA IVF Program Manager to maintain compliance with IVF regulations and CORA standards.

Qualifications

  • Coaching Background.
    Several years’  coaching experience in outrigger canoeing or a related paddling sport at a significant level for high-performance teams.
  • Technical Expertise.
    Thorough knowledge and effective application of training principles, methodologies and racing strategies, for individual and crew development with a comprehensive knowledge of sprint outrigger canoe racing.
  • Leadership & Communication.
    Proven ability to lead athletes, manage team dynamics and resolve conflicts.
  • Certifications and Other Requirements.
    The below certifications are required. Coaches may, at the discretion of the committee, be permitted to attain missing qualifications, at the coach’s expense, if they are completed prior to the September time trials.
    • Emergency First Aid (St. Johns, or equivalent)
    • Safe Sport – Coaching Association of Canada
    • NCCP Making Ethical Decisions – National Coaching Certification Program
    • Coaches who work with U16 athletes, must undergo a Canadian Criminal Record Check. 
  • Desirable Certifications
    The below certifications are desirable. Applicants are requested to indicate which certifications they hold.
    • Other NCCP courses including the core outcomes
    • NCCP Coaching competencies
    • Pleasure Craft Operator Card – Transport Canada (required if operating a coach boat)
  • Working with J19 and younger crews
    Coaches who work with the J19 and under athletes must have a minimum of two years working with athletes in that age class and demonstrate an understanding of the safety requirement for working with junior athletes in water sports. These applicants must be knowledgeable of the CORA Junior Paddler Safety Policy and Procedures. 

Availability

Coaches must be willing to commit their efforts from July 2025 (to initiate recruitment of athletes to the Calgary Trials in September), to attending the trials on September 20/21 2025 and performing the selection and training of crews for Singapore in August 2026.

Coaches’ Compensation

CORA has prepared an outline budget of $6,800 to cover delivery of services outlined in the job description, including travel costs to the September 2025 selection camp in Calgary.

Applicants will be required to demonstrate how they will work within this budget specific to the division (e.g. elite women or U19 men, as examples) for which they have been retained. Any additional expenses outside of this amount (for example, the running of additional camps) will be considered by the CORA Board on a case by case basis.

An Independent Contractor Agreement will be put in place for each selected coach.

Application Process

Please submit the following by 21 July 2025 to info@canadianoutrigger.ca:

  1. Cover Letter (detailing coaching philosophy, general experience).
  2. Curriculum Vitae (coaching background, achievements, certifications). Please ensure you address all required criteria.
  3. A presentation of your plans to work within the budget set by CORA; you must indicate the division you wish to be considered for (e.g. elite men or U19 women for example).
  4. Provide two professional references

Important Exclusion
Coaches cannot select or coach their own age/gender division if they themselves wish to compete. 

CORA is considering applicants for Singapore Sprints in 2026; RFPs for future coaching projects will be issued separately.