Three Canadian crews will be competing in Lucerne, Switzerland May 19-21. Rowing BC is proud to see four BC athletes among these incredible rowers. Christa Akins, who has rowed for Vernon Rowing Rowing and Dragon Boat Club and Victoria City…
Are you a rower, coach, or sport administrator looking for a fun, rowing-related job for the summer? Rowing BC is seeking an individual to fulfill the position of Summer Student Staff. Candidates must be between the ages of 15-30 as…
The Becoming Para Ready (BPR) resource has been developed as an introductory guide to provide coaches and club administrators with the knowledge, confidence, and tools to be more proactive in inclusion. Para Ready clubs can proactively plan, prepare, and communicate…
It has been two years since rowing organizations in BC started adopting the harmonized Safe Sport Policies created by Rowing Canada. That was a big step toward making rowing spaces safer for everyone! And, the work continues at national, provincial,…
By Novella Rusman The BC Games is the start of numerous journeys in the world of sport. The Opening Ceremony is memorable as it gives the athletes a glimpse of what it is like to be at the Olympic Games…
Thirty-six athletes came together in Victoria for a packed four days of training and assessment. The camp was led by Rowing BC's Director of Performance, Terry Paul and assisted by coaches Katie Bahain-Steenman, Dave Calder, Brian Carr, Miki Chantler, Alex…
At the Elk Lake Spring Regatta, Rowing BC had a chance to catch up with Chanel Ghesquiere about her journey to umpiring. What was your background in rowing before you started umpiring? I started rowing with VCRC’s novice program in…
For 2024, Rowing Canada Aviron has adopted a new trials-based system that enables clubs and provinces to field project crews for U19 selection. By keeping crews in their region the athletes have a longer runway for training, fundraising and planning,…
The theme for Black History Month 2024 in Canada is "Black Excellence: A Heritage to Celebrate; A Future to Build". At Rowing BC, we are celebrating the excellence achieved by Vancouver rower Kieanna Stephens. Kieanna started her rowing career at…