Coming Events

Registration begins on August 1. Please complete this form to REGISTER.

• The Annual ORCKA Membership Rendezvous is the only event where all members can get together to meet face to face, share experiences, have fun paddling, plan for the future and enjoy a weekend at YMCA Camp Pinecrestwith other good paddlers.

• If you haven’t been there, the location is in the woods on two lakes, with excellent accommodation and food, the best of docks and many boats for us to use. It is perfect!

• Best of all, it’s all-inclusive! Accommodation, meals and boats and workshops are included, with options to suit your schedule:

  • Single meal (any day): $20

  • One day (includes 2 meals): $80

  • One night with meals: $142

  • Full weekend: $283

  • Saturday AGM and dinner only $20

  • Day rate no meals included $41

  • Prices include tax.

• Whether you’re a longtime ORCKA member or relatively new to the organization, come out and connect with other paddlers, share your ideas and enjoy the camaraderie that makes ORCKA special.

• More information, schedule of events and options can be found on the registration form. (Registration Deadline is 25th!)

• Have you thought about joining the ORCKA board of directors?

  • Please consider playing a role!

  • See board positions here.

    • Current vacancies include

      • Vice-President Business Affairs

        • Are you organized, creative, and passionate about paddling? The Vice-President, Business Affairs is a key leadership role that helps keep ORCKA running smoothly and connected with its members.

        • Working with the Board and ORCKA Office, you will support communications, engagement, and administration across the organization.

        • You will have the opportunity to:

          • Connect with members through communications, social media, webinars, and publications

          • Support ORCKA’s voice through CANEWS, marketing, and promotions

          • Help develop new ways to share information and engage the paddling community

          • Contribute to effective administration and planning

          • Work with a dedicated team of volunteers and staff

          • Support the growth and future of paddling in Ontario

        • This is a great opportunity to use your skills, share your ideas, and make a real impact on ORCKA.

        • If you enjoy teamwork, communication, and getting things done, we’d love to hear from you!

        APPOINTMENTS

      • Funding Chair

        • The Funding Committee will have at least two members, including the Chair. The Committee will identify and recommend ways to raise funds for the Association’s projects, including grants, government or business funding, donations, and partnerships with other organizations.

      • SUP Instructor Services Chair

        • This committee supports SUP Instructors by organizing instructor clinics, managing certification and recertification, and providing guidance and resources. It also serves as the main point of contact for questions and issues affecting SUP Instructors.

      • Environment and Climate Liaison

        • This committee keeps the Board informed about environmental and climate issues affecting recreational paddling, including land and water rights, pollution, and climate change. The Chair serves as the Association’s voice on environmental and climate matters.

      • Social Media Chair

        • This committee will have at least two members, including the Chair. It will share information, ideas and updates with members, organizations and the public using social media and other digital tools. The committee will build online communities and keep communications current and engaging.

      • CANEWS Team Editor

        • This team promotes the Association and recreational paddling and manages communications with members, organizations, and the public through a magazine publication.

      • Activities may include shows, conferences, workshops, special events, demonstrations, the Annual General Meeting, publications, and other provincial or regional activities approved by the Board.