Victoria Canoe & Kayak Club (VCKC) upcoming events

Saturday Potluck Breakfast (01 Aug 2026)

Sat, 01 Aug 2026 16:00:00 GMT

Hosted by the kayak group but open for anyone to attend. We'll have toast and coffee but please bring your own bacon and eggs and we'll get them all cooked up. Any other breakfast items are also welcome.

(easy like) Sunday Morning SUP (02 Aug 2026)

Sun, 02 Aug 2026 17:00:00 GMT

Come join us for a leisurely paddle on the Upper Gorge. This is a session for developing SUP techniques and enjoying being on the water.

We may have to adjust timings and sometimes cancel sessions due to adverse winds, weather and tides so be sure to confirm your planning to attend with the Program Director / Session leader.

There is club equipment available for use, please reserve through the Program Director.

Email: SUP@VCKC.ca

Wednesday Big Canoe Social Paddle (05 Aug 2026)

Thu, 06 Aug 2026 00:30:00 GMT

Big Canoe social paddle is on!! Come join us.

Wednesday Big Canoe Social Paddle (12 Aug 2026)

Thu, 13 Aug 2026 00:30:00 GMT

Big Canoe social paddle is on!! Come join us.

Wednesday Big Canoe Social Paddle (19 Aug 2026)

Thu, 20 Aug 2026 00:30:00 GMT

Big Canoe social paddle is on!! Come join us.

Wednesday Big Canoe Social Paddle (26 Aug 2026)

Thu, 27 Aug 2026 00:30:00 GMT

Big Canoe social paddle is on!! Come join us.

Wednesday Big Canoe Social Paddle (02 Sep 2026)

Thu, 03 Sep 2026 00:30:00 GMT

Big Canoe social paddle is on!! Come join us.

Wednesday Big Canoe Social Paddle (09 Sep 2026)

Thu, 10 Sep 2026 00:30:00 GMT

Big Canoe social paddle is on!! Come join us.

Thompson River Trip (11 Sep 2026)

Fri, 11 Sep 2026 15:00:00 GMT

Thompson River Trip September 11th to 13th, 2026

VCKC’s annual Thompson River Trip from Savona to Ashcroft, BC will take place the second weekend Labour Day. This trip will paddle downstream from Savona to Ashcroft on the Thompson River.

The 2026 edition of this trip is changed to be one day longer. Expect to travel to Cache Creek on Thursday September . On Friday we meet with other Big Canoe clubs from around the province for some moving water training. On Saturday and Sunday we enjoy the river from Savona to Ashcroft.

Pre-requisites

Members wishing to participate must have Big Canoe experience with either previous participation in a Paddle for the Kids season or else participation in a brigade. Moving water experience in tandem canoe is an asset. Members need to be 12 or older to paddle on this trip.

Registration

The initial cost is $125 per paddler to cover the cost of shipping canoes off the island.

Camping, travel, and food expenses are not included.

Outline of the trip is as follows:

Thursday September : Travel from Victoria to Juniper Beach Provincial Park (just east of Cache Creek)
Friday September : Meet up with other Big Canoe clubs at Savona community boat ramp for a day of practice, training, and socializing.
Saturday September : Paddle Big Canoes from Savona to Ashcroft (lunch at Juniper Beach)
Sunday September : Paddle from Savona to Juniper Beach, load boats at noon and head for a 7pm ferry.

For more information contact

Walter Wright, Big Canoe Director

bigcanoe@vckc.ca

Wednesday Big Canoe Social Paddle (16 Sep 2026)

Thu, 17 Sep 2026 00:30:00 GMT

Big Canoe social paddle is on!! Come join us.

Safety Day 2026 (19 Sep 2026)

Sat, 19 Sep 2026 16:00:00 GMT

***POSTPONED TO Saturday, 19 Sep 2026***

Save this date to learn and review safety skills necessary for paddling on water!

More details will follow closer to this event date.

Each program area is being asked to participate. Programs are encouraged to use this day to practice team and individual rescues. There will be safety clinics and activities for members and the general public.

The Safety Committee ,

Claire Harder, safety@vckc.ca

Safety Director

(Ellie James Cel: 250-885-8030 elliej6172@gmail.com)

Dragon Boat Team Social / Race Debrief VCKC Clubhouse Main Floor and Deck (22 Sep 2026)

Wed, 23 Sep 2026 00:30:00 GMT

Dragon boat team social and Race debrief-Videos. Post Comox Harbour Festival.

Wednesday Big Canoe Social Paddle (23 Sep 2026)

Thu, 24 Sep 2026 00:30:00 GMT

Big Canoe social paddle is on!! Come join us.

ORCBC River Day (27 Sep 2026)

Sun, 27 Sep 2026 16:00:00 GMT

Outdoor and Recreational Council of BC Annual River Day

Wednesday Big Canoe Social Paddle (30 Sep 2026)

Thu, 01 Oct 2026 00:30:00 GMT

Big Canoe social paddle is on!! Come join us.

Wednesday Big Canoe Social Paddle (07 Oct 2026)

Thu, 08 Oct 2026 00:30:00 GMT

Big Canoe social paddle is on!! Come join us.

Wednesday Big Canoe Social Paddle (14 Oct 2026)

Thu, 15 Oct 2026 00:30:00 GMT

Big Canoe social paddle is on!! Come join us.

Wednesday Big Canoe Social Paddle (21 Oct 2026)

Thu, 22 Oct 2026 00:30:00 GMT

Big Canoe social paddle is on!! Come join us.

Wednesday Big Canoe Social Paddle (28 Oct 2026)

Thu, 29 Oct 2026 00:30:00 GMT

Big Canoe social paddle is on!! Come join us.

House and Grounds Fall Clean-Up (07 Nov 2026)

Sat, 07 Nov 2026 17:00:00 GMT

Come join us for the annual Fall Clean-up at the clubhouse. Tasks include smartening up the outdoor spaces of the clubhouse, deck washing, BBQ cleaning, gutter cleaning, window washing and more. In addition we will be doing a thorough cleaning of the interior including meeting rooms, kitchen and storage areas.

This is a great way to meet other members of the club and put in your volunteer hours. The more people that show up the quicker things get done!

A reminder email will be sent out closer to the date. If you have any questions, contact by email to: clubhouse@vckc.ca

Dragonboat Team Meeting VCKC Clubhouse Main Floor and Deck (18 Mar 2027)

Fri, 19 Mar 2027 01:00:00 GMT

VCKC Dragonboat Team Meeting