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  • 2025 Big Canoe Excursion

    After an introduction to Big Canoe strokes, participants learn how to paddle together as a team as we embark on a trip into nature and history on the Ottawa River. Open to all members, guests and public. Price is $40 (+13% HST) = $45.20 A minimum of 4 participants is required for the excursion. If we do not have enough participants, we will offer to reschedule your excursion to another date (or refund you). Meet outside the ONEC Waterfront Room on the lower level in the N.C.C. River House. After crossing the bridge, go round left side of building and down outside back stairs to lower level. The ONEC room is on the right at the bottom of stairs. Eligibility: Adults and accompanied children 12 years and older; No canoeing experience is necessary, but everyone is expected to paddle. Equipment: Paddles and PFDs (Personal Flotation Devices) are provided. Bring water and snacks as well as weather appropriate items, e,g, sunscreen, sun or rain hats, rain jackets. Cancellation policy: Cancellation by client: prior to 48 hours, refund minus $10 processing fee per client / within 48 hours, no refund unless the place can be filled. Cancellation by Club due to weather or any other unforeseen circumstance: full credit for another excursion or refund.

  • Intro to Kayak Skills Clinic

    No experience is necessary, as this Intro to Kayaking clinic will start with the basics, including getting in and out at the dock safely and reviewing basic paddling strokes. The course will go on to introduce intermediate strokes and assisted rescues depending on interest, time and conditions Price is $55 (+13%HST)= $62.15

  • Seniors: Big Canoe | Excursion en canot

    *Le français suit* To join our waitlist, please contact paddling@onec.ca Experience the joy of paddling with our Senior Paddling to Wellness on the Water program, funded by the Government of Canada through the federal New Horizons for Seniors program. Designed for seniors aged 55 and over in Ottawa, this initiative offers free paddling opportunities while promoting physical health and community connection. Partnering with local organizations, we aim to create a welcoming environment for participants to enjoy the beauty of our waterfront while enhancing their well-being. After an introduction to Big Canoe strokes, participants learn how to paddle together as a team as we embark on a trip into nature and history on the Ottawa River. Eligibility: Adults 55 years and older; Should be able to swim 25 metres (with a lifejacket). No canoeing experience is necessary. Equipment: Paddles and PFDs (Personal Flotation Devices) are provided. Bring water as well as weather appropriate items, e,g, sunscreen, sun or rain hats, rain jackets. Pour vous inscrire sur notre liste d’attente, veuillez communiquer avec paddling@onec.ca Découvrez le plaisir de pagayer avec notre programme « Pagayer pour le bien-être sur l’eau » destiné aux aînés, financé par le gouvernement du Canada dans le cadre du programme Nouveaux Horizons pour les aînés. Conçu pour les aînés de 55 ans et plus à Ottawa, ce programme offre des activités de pagayage gratuites tout en favorisant la santé physique et les liens avec la communauté. En partenariat avec des organismes locaux, nous souhaitons créer un environnement accueillant où les participants peuvent profiter de la beauté de notre bord de l’eau tout en améliorant leur bien-être. Après une introduction aux techniques de pagayage en grand canot, les participants apprennent à pagayer ensemble en équipe avant de partir à la découverte de la nature et de l’histoire de la rivière des Outaouais. Admissibilité : Adultes de 55 ans et plus; doivent être capables de nager 25 mètres (avec un gilet de sauvetage). Aucune expérience en canot n’est nécessaire. Équipement : Les pagaies et les VFI (vêtements de flottaison individuels) sont fournis. Apportez de l’eau ainsi que des articles adaptés aux conditions météorologiques, p. ex. de la crème solaire, un chapeau pour vous protéger du soleil ou de la pluie et un imperméable.

  • 2026 Learn to Sail (Saturdays)

    Pre-requisite: Ability to Swim Details: SailONEC provides a structured training program for adult members from May until the end of June.  It is comprised of both basic theory and practical skills segments. Experienced, certified skippers provide training to new members under the direction of the head instructor. The goal of the program is to train new members to a level at which they are competent to act as skippers and take club boats out on their own. To confirm this spot: After booking your Learn to Sail classes please purchase your Sailing or Sailing Multi-sport membership at: www.onec.ca/membership Refund Policy: ONEC Learn to Sail is considered a Membership. ONEC Memberships are non-refundable and transfers of Membership are subject to a 10% administrative fee.

  • CANSail 1 & 2

    CANSail 1 & 2 Day Camp Kids aged 9 to 17 Students receive quality instruction stressing safety, fun, and learning. They are introduced to many different elements of sailing, safety practices, and seamanship. They will develop new skills in boat handling and sailing for both fun and competition! Sail Canada certified instructors teach trainees, and successful trainees receive Sail Canada certificates from CANSail 1 to CANSail 4. We emphasize safety and low student-to-instructor ratios per Sail Canada guidelines. With our flexible week-to-week program, your child can move up through the levels as the summer progresses. Youths’ skills and experience are evaluated on the first day of camp, and an appropriate boat is chosen for them. Beginning sailors will be taught on the two-person Pico or the three-to- four-person CL16. ONEC day camps are offered from July to August. Register your child for a full week, two full weeks or more (each week must be booked separately). Refund Policy: Refunds are subject to an administrative fee of 10% and will not be granted within two weeks of the start of the session. In the instance that camps are cancelled, a full refund (minus any additional credit card charges) will be given.

  • 2025 Kayaking Camp

    Kayaking Day Camp with Voyageur Canoe and Stand Up Paddleboarding (SUP) Beginner and Intermediate, Kids aged 11 to 17 Participants learn kayaking skills according to the Paddle Canada Waterfront Kayak Skills program. Skills include how to get in and out of kayaks safely at the dock, basic strokes, safe water exit and assisted re-entry into a kayak from the water, as well as general skills for fun and safe paddling! Campers will also be introduced to the particular canoeing skills and teamwork needed for ten people to paddle a 24 foot Rabaska, Voyageur style, Canoe as they paddle together from the River House to Rideau Falls. The kayaking camp program also offers campers the opportunity to learn basic skills and have fun on Stand-up Paddleboards (SUPs). Campers improve their balance and coordination while perfecting the strokes and playing camp games! ONEC day camps are offered from July to August. Register your child for a full week, two full weeks or more (each week must be booked separately). Refund Policy: Refunds are subject to an administrative fee of 10% and will not be granted within two weeks of the start of the session. In the instance that camps are cancelled, a full refund (minus any additional credit card charges) will be given.

  • 2023 Sea Kayak Basic Skills Clinic

    PADDLE CANADA BASIC SKILLS COURSE 2 evening course on Tues 20th and Wed 21st June Full course content can be found at: https://www.paddlecanada.com/levels/sea-kayak/basic-kayak-skills/ Price is $180 (+13% HST)= $203.40 For help with completing the registration process, please call us at: 613-327-8728 or email us at paddling@onec.ca REGISTRATION INFORMATION The course will be delivered by Nanook Expeditions Closed toe footwear is required i.e. no flip flops Bring a change of clothes - you will be getting wet Bring water and snacks Notebook is optional Bring your personal PFD and paddling gear if you have any

  • Seniors: Big Canoe Excursion (10am)

    Experience the joy of paddling with our Senior Paddling to Wellness on the Water program, funded by the Government of Canada through the federal New Horizons for Seniors program. Designed for seniors aged 55 and over in Ottawa, this initiative offers free paddling opportunities while promoting physical health and community connection. Partnering with local organizations, we aim to create a welcoming environment for participants to enjoy the beauty of our waterfront while enhancing their well-being. After an introduction to Big Canoe strokes, participants learn how to paddle together as a team as we embark on a trip into nature and history on the Ottawa River. Meet outside the ONEC Waterfront Room on the lower level in the N.C.C. River House. After crossing the bridge, go round left side of building and down outside back stairs to lower level. The ONEC room is on the right at the bottom of stairs. Eligibility: Adults 55 years and older; Should be able to swim 25 metres (with a lifejacket). No canoeing experience is necessary, Equipment: Paddles and PFDs (Personal Flotation Devices) are provided. Bring water as well as weather appropriate items, e,g, sunscreen, sun or rain hats, rain jackets.

  • Junior Tennis: Learn, Train & Play

    Above pricing includes HST $150.00 + $19.50 HST = $169.50 Come joint our Tennis Pro - Johnny Martin for Junior Tennis Lessons (Ages 9 - 14). The basics of tennis will be explored with a focus on stroke basics, game strategy, footwork, sportsmanship and fun! At the end of these lessons, participants be well acquainted with the sport of tennis. Max class size is 12 participants.

  • 2024 Intro to SUP Skills Clinic

    Practical intro to safe mounting and falling off a board and paddleboarding along the ONEC waterfront with effective strokes Price is $70 (+13% HST) = $79.10 For help with completing the registration process, please call us at 613-327-8728 or email us at paddling@onec.ca. REGISTRATION INFORMATION The clinic will be delivered by Nanook Expeditions Closed toe footwear is required i.e. no flip flops Bring a change of clothes - you will be getting wet Bring water Bring your personal PFD

  • 2026 CANSail 1 & 2

    CANSail 1 & 2 Day Camp Kids aged 9 to 17 Students receive quality instruction stressing safety, fun, and learning. They are introduced to many different elements of sailing, safety practices, and seamanship. They will develop new skills in boat handling and sailing for both fun and competition! Sail Canada certified instructors teach trainees, and successful trainees receive Sail Canada certificates from CANSail 1 to CANSail 4. We emphasize safety and low student-to-instructor ratios per Sail Canada guidelines. With our flexible week-to-week program, your child can move up through the levels as the summer progresses. Youths’ skills and experience are evaluated on the first day of camp, and an appropriate boat is chosen for them. Beginning sailors will be taught on the two-person Pico or the three-to- four-person CL16. ONEC day camps are offered from July to August. Register your child for a full week, two full weeks or more (each week must be booked separately). Refund Policy: Refunds are subject to an administrative fee of 10% and will not be granted within two weeks of the start of the session. In the instance that camps are cancelled, a full refund (minus any additional credit card charges) will be given.

  • 2023 Rowing Camp

    Rowing Day Camp with Stand Up Paddleboarding (SUP) Beginner and Intermediate, Kids aged 11 to 17 This summer get your child out on the water at an Ottawa New Edinburgh Club (ONEC) Rowing Summer Day Camp with SUP!​ Kids will have fun learning a new sport (or improve on the skills learned last year), discover the amazing Ottawa River, and make new friends! Day campers are taught by trained coaches and receive an achievement certificate.​ ​For rowing, ONEC accepts a maximum of 10 campers at a time, so reserve your child’s spot now! ONEC day camps are offered from July to August. Register your child for a full week, two full weeks or more (each week must be booked separately). Refund Policy: Refunds are subject to an administrative fee of 10% and will not be granted within two weeks of the start of the session. In the instance that camps are cancelled, a full refund (minus any additional credit card charges) will be given.

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