Home of Recreational Paddling in Newfoundland and Labrador
The Mission of Paddle Newfoundland and Labrador (Paddle NL) is to advance participation and interest in all paddling disciplines practiced throughout the Province of Newfoundland and Labrador. Our mission is achieved through the promotion of safety, skill development, conservation, advocacy, and an active program of on and off-water activities. All Paddle NL events adhere to our core values of fellowship, inclusion, and respect.
Paddle NL 2026 Annual General Meeting is scheduled for April 9, 2026
Upcoming Events
It’s hard to believe that another life in the year of Paddle Newfoundland and Labrador has flown by and we are readying for another paddling season. The reason for this correspondence is to advise all members of Paddle NL of our upcoming Annual General Meeting.
Last year we had several people leave the board which resulted in a call for volunteers and / or nominees for the board. In typical fashion our membership answered the call which resulted in several new people becoming board members.
On these wintry cold days, it is nice to think about the upcoming warm paddling season and the Padde NL.
Retreat June 19 – 22 this summer, in the New World Islands area!
More retreat info will be coming! The Retreat Planning Team is busy getting our new location and activities ready for an awesome event for us all!
Places to Paddle
Whether on a pond, lake, ocean or river Newfoundland and Labrador has many places to explore!
Awards
Austin Anthony Award
The Making Waves Award was established many years ago, in honor of the late Austin Anthony. Austin was an avid outdoorsman, master canoeist, a strong supporter and member of the provincial and national paddling associations over several decades.
Jim Price Award
It has been a tradition during the Retreat to award the Jim Price Passion for Paddling award. This award is given in honor of the late Jim Price who was instrumental in the development of paddling, especially kayaking in the province.
Recognition Awards
Paddle NL regularly recognizes people through out the greater paddling community that have done many things to help improve the various waterways thorough out the Province of Newfoundland Labrador.
Paddle NL - So much to sea
Paddle NL is a Member of Paddle Canada and represents Paddle Canada in Newfoundland and Labrador.
