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Paddling

Ottawa New Edinburgh Club
About
ONEC Paddling

Offering a membership option with unlimited access to club kayaks and stand-up paddle boards. ​We also offer pay-as-you-play options such as instructional clinics, Big Canoe outings & kids' summer camps open to everyone in the community.

 

Membership includes unlimited booking privileges, at no additional charge, to paddle at times convenient to you (and a mandatory orientation and on-water safety session for new members).

Paddling

Calendar

Check out our Paddling Events Calendar.  It's updated regularly with all our great sailing activities.  You can even RSVP right in the Calendar for special events, clinics and our social pub nights .

Photo

Gallery

Check out our ONEC Paddling Photo Gallery.

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We're working on expanding our galleries to showcase all the amazing things we have going on.

Have

Questions?

Check out our FAQ or send us an email. Our friendly ONEC staff will be happy to answer any questions.  They can also be reached by

phone at

613-746-8540.

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Courses
and Clinics

Open for Members and Non-members In addition to social and power paddle outings for members, ONEC offers skills development and specialty clinics to club members and non-members alike, run by Paddle Canada certified instructors. Activities start mid May and continue throughout the summer. View the calendar of events for the latest schedule and links to register. We can also create bespoke events for community groups such as clubs, schools, businesses and we may be able to add additional clinics or spots if there is interest - just let us know! For more information, to join our mailing list, or to ask to be put on a wait list, contact paddling@onec.ca.

Registration open for 2026

Big Canoe
Excursions

Open for Members and Non-members Monthly Learn to Paddle excursions with Paddle Canada certified leaders, in Rabaska Big Canoes, Saturday mornings (last Saturday of month Jun-Sep). Includes an introduction to paddle strokes and a trip up the Ottawa River towards Rideau Falls, the locks, and Parliament. You can register below, or over on our paddling calendar.  If you'd like to book a time for your own group (of 5 to 18) then send us an e-mail at paddling@onec.ca and we'll get back in touch to arrange details.

Registration opening for 2026

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Our Programs

Youth
Kayaking
Camps

Week-long camps for youth 9-17 run from July - Aug. Participants will learn kayaking, SUP and Big Canoe skills according to the Paddle Canada Waterfront Kayak Skills program in a fun and relaxed environment.

Member
Social
Paddles

A great way to explore the river with friends.  Paddle at a relaxed pace with other club members. Connect via our Paddle Chat group to learn when social paddles are taking place.

Member
Power
Paddles

A great workout on the river with friends,  paddling at a pace to go further afield. Connect via our Paddle Chat group to learn when power paddles are taking place.

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Meet
Our 
Fleet

ONEC paddling has 23 Kayaks (including a tandem) and 11 Stand-Up Paddleboards. Read about our fleet of boats.

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ONEC Paddling
Supports Safe Sport

Join our Coaches in a safe, inclusive and fun environment. All instructors are Safe Sport trained. Safe Sport: Anyone involved in sport should be able to thrive and perform at their best without fear of abuse, neglect or other maltreatment.

Where to Find Us

The Ottawa New Edinburgh Club is a short 5 min drive from downtown Ottawa. We're one of only two non-motorized boat clubs along the section of the Ottawa River that runs through the heart of the National Capital region.

ONEC is Proud
to be a Paddle Canada Member

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A not-for-profit organization founded in 1971, and incorporated in 1972, Paddle Canada is the national association for recreational paddling in Canada. Setting standards for instruction and certification for recreational canoeing, kayaking and stand up paddling, Paddle Canada certifications are nationally accredited and internationally recognized. Each year, approximately 2500 certified instructors deliver sanctioned courses to more than 15,000 paddlers across Canada.

Our 
Paddling
Policy

Important info on club policies for our paddling members.  Great to review at the beginning of each season.

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