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…
Rowing BC is accepting proposals from clubs or organizations who want to run the concession at the Provincial Championships.
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…
Indoor rowing season was a great success. Between Beat the Beast and Kraken Erg, there were over 600 entries. Congratulations to St. George's School and Brentwood College School for organizing such great events. February saw some coach development activities including…
Invictus Games Vancouver Whistler 2025 is less than a year away! You may have heard that Harry and Meghan were in Vancouver last week. After the pomp of the “One Year to Go” events, the Games hosted a community event…