Western Canadian Beach Sprint Regatta hosted by Open Aviron Rowing Coastal Association (OARCA). Location: Colwood Waterfront Description: This event will provide a dedicated racing opportunity within BC for coastal rowers. In some years, it may also serve as a selection event for National coastal rowing representation. Registration: Registration and more information available on Regatta Central (search Western Canadian Beach…
Lap the Lake hosted by Vernon Rowing and Dragon Boat Club. Location: Swan Lake, Vernon Description: This regatta follows a unique format with 3500m racing in the morning, followed by a regatta BBQ, and 500m racing after lunch. This event is primarily attended by teams from the Interior, as an important chance to race and connect as…
Challenge West Regatta hosted by Victoria City Rowing Club. Location: Elk Lake, Victoria Description: 1850m racing intended to help prepare athletes from across the province before heading to other events like the BC Summer Games, Canada Summer Games, Henley and BC Provincial Championships later in the Summer season. Registration: Registration and more information available on Regatta Central (search Elk…
Cascadia Masters Championships hosted by Cascadia Regatta Association. Location: Burnaby Lake Description: This 1000m regatta is intended for performance MA athletes, and is specifically placed in the calendar to allow adequate recovery time in between the NorthWest Masters Regatta and the Cascadia Regatta. Athletes attend for the high quality racing provided, and for the festival-like atmosphere…
Nelson Sprints Regatta hosted by Nelson Rowing Club. Location: Nelson Rowing Club (1801 Lakeside Drive, Nelson, BC) Description: This event offers 500m and 1000m race opportunities for novices, and those looking for a friendly regatta experience. It is primarily attended by athletes from the Interior of BC, but also by those from C'ouer d’Alene (ID), and Spokane…
BC Provincial Championships hosted by Rowing BC. Location: Burnaby Lake, Burnaby Rowing BC is looking forward to hosting this regatta on the 2000m Burnaby Lake course on the weekend of July 21-23, 2023. Thank you to the Province of BC and viaSport BC for their financial support of this event through the BC Fairs, Festivals and Events Grant,…
Cascadia Coastal Beach Sprints and Endurance Regatta hosted by Cascadia Regatta Association. Location: Locarno Beach, Vancouver Description: This new event has been added to create an additional coastal racing opportunity for both long and short distances. Registration: Registration and more information available on Regatta Central (search Cascadia Coastal Beach Sprints and Endurance Regatta under Canadian Regattas). Questions can be…
Head of the Nicomekl hosted by Nicomekl Rowing Club. Location: Nicomekl Rowing Club (13723 Crescent Rd, Surrey, BC) Description: This is a friendly regatta, great for first time regatta experience, and also for those preparing for the Head of the Charles Regatta wanting experience on a windy river course. The day consists of two 6000m races. One…
RCA National Rowing Championships hosted by Rowing Canada Aviron (RCA). Location: TBA Description: This event is used to crown National Champions in small boat categories and determine athlete carding status for the year ahead. Registration: Registration and more information available on Regatta Central (search RCA National Rowing Championships under Canadian Regattas). Questions can be directed to Local Organizing Committee Chair,…
Western Canadian University Rowing Championships hosted by UBC Rowing. Location: Burnaby Lake Description: This event brings together the best athletes from university rowing programs in Western Canada for a 2000m championships event in the lead up to the Canadian University Rowing Championships later in the Fall. Registration: Registration and more information available on Regatta Central (search Western Canadian University Rowing…