Paddle Alberta Society

06/19/2026

Have your say, looks like potentially big changes ahead:
https://engage.calgary.ca/bearspaw-reservoir-plan?cid=social-fb-er&r_bearspaw_engagement-2026-fb-june-launch-jc&fbclid=IwY2xjawSiRS5leHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETE4cTBzUm9MUXFtcjlDcnFpc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHsAFiuMziAhFpXuFpJCfnHwO8AzdnW6VUPsb4FyL0P4z9oLS3SrQV7B0obcy_aem_m1FYCudNUi_71LQdgL6zNA

The Bearspaw Reservoir Management Plan will guide future decisions about how the reservoir is managed, used and protected.

05/28/2026

It’s National Invasive Species Action Month!

Keeping your kayak, canoe or paddleboard clean is one of the most effective ways to prevent the spread of aquatic invasive species. Follow these three simple steps:
Clean and wash your watercraft and equipment
Drain all water
Dry all gear thoroughly before heading to another body of water

Make it a habit to clean, drain and dry all recreational watercraft and equipment that have come into contact with water.

🎥 Watch this video to learn more: https://ow.ly/2MeQ50Z4FGv

05/17/2026

Happy to see stations like these available now

04/24/2026

Good news on the water situation for the Milk River.

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After a couple of years of interrupted flow, the St. Mary’s River diversion into the Milk River basin is anticipated to be at customary levels and will allow for paddlers to navigate the river starting in May!

⚠️ As always, be sure to check current conditions at the Alberta Rivers website or app before embarking. https://rivers.alberta.ca/

04/20/2026

Edmonton area paddler's boat swap coming up fast. May 3rd in the parking lot at Totem Outdoor Outfitters Home of the Sports Exchange

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04/19/2026

Hanging out at the Paddling Film Festival in Edmonton. Thanks to Paddle UAPS for hosting such a great event for the local paddling community.

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04/15/2026

See you there!

Don’t miss out! The Paddling Film Festival World Tour is coming to NAIT Shaw Theatre in Edmonton this Saturday!

Since 2006, this festival has inspired audiences in over 130 cities around the globe to explore rivers, lakes, and oceans—and to fall in love with the paddling lifestyle.

Kick off the evening at 5pm with our Outdoors Fair, featuring local paddling retailers, backpacking and adventure food companies, course providers, gear repair experts, paddling clubs, provincial associations, invasive species experts and more.

At 6:30pm, settle in for a line-up of thrilling paddling films showcasing wild rivers, Arctic expeditions, adaptive adventures, and the heart of river communities.

🎟️ Save by buying your tickets online at www.paddleuaps.com/film-festival or grab them at the door for $25 (cash or e-transfer).

📍 Location: NAIT Shaw Theatre
🕔 Outdoors Fair: 5pm
🎬 Films Begin: 6:30pm

Get ready for door prizes, silent auctions, great company, and an unforgettable night for paddling fans of all ages!

Thankyou to our sponsors!

PLATINUM SPONSOR
- Jim Sicotte with Polaris Mortgage Planners at Indi Mortgage

GOLD SPONSORS
- Benke Real Estate
- Excalibur Executive Planning Inc.
- River City Repair

SILVER SPONSORS
- Alberta Whitewater Association
- Alberta Canoe Polo Association
- AQ Outdoors
- Edmonton Massage and Bodywork
- Edmonton Whitewater Paddlers
- KC Insurance
- Paddle Alberta Society
- PeakEATS
- Racks For Cars - Edmonton South
- Smith Paddle & Canoe Co
- 7 Summits Snacks

BRONZE SPONSORS
- The Edmonton Riverboat
- Form Health
- HeLa Ventures
- Kanfest
- NSR Environmental Ltd.
- Track 'N Trail
- Raven | Rescue Safety Medical

DOORPRIZE SPONSORS
- Blue Sky, Red Canoe
- Ceyana Canoe Club
- Cloud 9 Pajamas
- Home Hardware
- Evoolution
- Kal Tire Acheson
- Mark's Guide for Alberta Paddlers
- Mountain Equipment Company
- Northern Alberta Institute of Technology
- Northwest Voyageurs Canoe & Kayak Club
- Vertically Inclined Rock Gym

Please share the word!

04/07/2026

AWA's Response to the Parks Canada Mountain Parks Waterways Closures & How you can help!

- AWA has met with Parks Canada staff who have offered no consideration of adjustments for 2026/2027 seasons
- AWA has written to Parks Canada and federal ministers requesting an immediate change to the policy
- We are launching User Survey to inform Parks about river use, and understand the impact on you
- We have created a letter template and contact Emails for Parks and Ministers

What you can do:
- Fill out the survey
- Write to Parks and MPs
- Ask your friends to do the same!

Find our Parks Canada Info Page
https://www.albertawhitewater.ca/parks-canada-mountain-national-parks-waterways-closure