Every paddler has a hero. Maybe it’s the instructor who helped you roll your first kayak, the volunteer who cleans your local beach, or the friend who stepped up when things got serious on the water. The inaugural Paddle BC Awards celebrate the people, organizations, and communities that make paddling in British Columbia safer, stronger, and more fun. You can help choose the winners! Visit the Paddle BC Awards page to explore the categories and nominate your favourite paddlers and organizations.

From saltwater fjords to whitewater rivers and alpine lakes, Paddle BC has now listed 62 waterways across the province for you to explore. Don’t see your favourite body of water yet? Submit it and help others discover new paddling adventures.

Looking for your next paddling adventure? Paddle BC has listed 80 outfitters & experiences, from coastal tours like Comox Valley Kayaks’ “Ghost Ships” outing to interior whitewater trips like Elements Adventure Company’s “4 Days, 4 Rivers” tour.

Did you know there are over a dozen paddlesport gear makers in British Columbia? From handcrafted Delta Kayaks to Mustang Survival PFDs, here's a full list of manufacturers helping shape our paddling culture, one hull, blade, and drysuit at a time.

The winners of the inaugural Paddle BC Awards will be decided by a panel of respected paddlers, tourism leaders, guides & outdoor advocates from across British Columbia and Canada. Submit your nominations now and meet the crew who will be reviewing them.