Dear paddlers, due to weak early registration, the Conference was
unfortunately cancelled for this year. Sorry for any inconvenience. We
hope to have the Conference back next year. Send us an email if you are
interested to attend the conference in 2009 so we can keep you updated!
Happy Paddling!
 The 2nd Annual Western
Canadian Paddlesports Leadership Conference is taking place May 2nd through the 4th, 2008 at Camp Columbia on Thetis Island, British
Columbia. Workshops, seminars, and panel
discussions led by industry leaders and peers provide up to date techniques,
knowledge, and information for paddlesports professionals.
"This is a non
denominational event", says Michael Pardy, Director of the WCPLC. "We are
bringing together folks from a variety of backgrounds with a range of skills to
foster the exchange of ideas and skills.
The goal is to continue to strengthen the quality of on water
programming for all our clients, from club members, to youth in school
programs, and adults on guided trips."
Special
themes and topics at the 2008 event include:
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New Transport Canada regulations for commercial
human powered vessel;
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Roles and responsibilities of volunteer leaders
in paddlesports;
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Reviving the BC Marine Trail Initiative;
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Equivalency between Paddle Canada and the
SKGABC;
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Threats to access along the BC Coast;
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Business
to business round table
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