NOTICE OF 65th ANNUAL GENERAL MEETINGIrish Canoe Union Limited trading as Canoeing Ireland (“the Company”)Monday, 18th May 2026 at 7pmHybrid Meeting, in person Sport HQ and Via online meeting (Teams) In accordance with Article 14 of the Irish Canoe Union’s Constitution, notice is hereby given that the Annual General Meeting (“AGM”) of the Company will [...]
Canoeing Ireland is excited to launch the 2026 River Clean Up Week, running from April 20th to 26th. This annual initiative brings together paddlers, clubs, and outdoor enthusiasts across the country in a shared mission to protect and preserve the waterways we enjoy every day. As part of our ongoing commitment to environmental sustainability, [...]
Canoeing Ireland is delighted to announce that the Junior Liffey Descent will return on Saturday, 16th May 2026, promising another exciting day of racing on one of Ireland’s most iconic rivers. Building on the success of previous years, the Junior Liffey Descent continues to provide young paddlers from across the country with a fantastic [...]
Canoeing Ireland has published the official 2026 Surf Kayaking Selection Policy, outlining how athletes will be selected to represent Ireland at the upcoming WSKA World Cup events: Santa Cruz, California: 27–29 March 2026 Widemouth, England: 25–26 April 2026 Sopela, Basque Country: 26–27 September 2026 Additional locations: To be confirmed This new competition format requires [...]
Canoeing Ireland has confirmed that the 65th edition of the Liffey Descent will take place on Saturday, 19th September 2026, marking another milestone for one of Ireland’s most iconic and enduring sporting events. For over six decades, the Liffey Descent has brought together paddlers of all levels to take on the unforgettable challenge of [...]
Canoeing Ireland is proud to launch its Athletes Commission, a representative group that places athlete voice at the centre of the organisation. Made up of athletes from across multiple disciplines, the Commission acts as a direct link between the athlete body and Canoeing Ireland—ensuring feedback, ideas and concerns are heard, while also helping to communicate [...]
Notice is hereby given that the Annual Meeting (“AM”) of Irish Freestyle Kayaking Committee will be held via online meeting on Tuesday 28th April 2025 at 7pm. People registered with Canoeing Ireland are eligible to attend and vote. Registration for the Annual Meeting is available below. Motions should be submitted by Canoeing Ireland members, [...]
Canoeing Ireland has published the 2026 Canoe Polo Selection Policy and Process, outlining how athletes will be selected to represent Ireland at major international competitions this season. The policy sets out the procedures for selecting the best possible teams across four squads: U21 Women, Senior Women, U21 Men and Senior Men. For each team, [...]
As part of Sport Ireland Women in Sport Week, Canoeing Ireland is proud to spotlight the women leading the way in paddle sport. Our CEO, Moira Aston, will join an international panel at the ICF Women’s Symposium Webinar, sharing her insights on women’s leadership, inclusion, and creating pathways for future leaders in sport. Joining [...]
Canoeing Ireland and the Training and Development Unit are launching several new updates to the Canoeing Ireland Award Scheme. These include updates to existing awards as well as website revisions to reflect changes that have already been made. Under each heading below, we outline what has changed, why the change was made, and whether [...]
