Building paddlers for life since 2018.

The Nanaimo Ocean Paddling Club (NOPC)is a non - profit amateur sport organization that provides entry - level to high - perfromance outrigger canoe training to people of all ages and skill levels within the Nanaimo region.

Mission

We believe that recreational and competitive sports are healthy ways of building mature and responsible citizens, developing leadership skills, providing social interaction, and promoting full participation in society.

Purpose

Our purpose is to provide structured programs, which offer leadership and encouragement in the development of physical and social skills, with the goal of participation in organized competition, as well as providing access to recreational paddling opportunities for individuals of all ages and skill levels.

Objectives

To participate in the Canadian Outrigger Racing Association (CORA) activites and to promote and to develop all forms of paddle sports, both competitive and recreational.

To organize and sponsor competitions, regattas, and social opportunities consistent with involvement in outrigger paddling.

To instill in our members the values inherent in good sportsmanship and good citizenship and to develop mature and positive self esteem.

The Nanaimo Ocean Paddling Club (NOPC)  is a member of the Canadian Outrigger Racing Association (CORA).  As a member of this organization, we receive communication and administrative support through their central offices, as well as third party liability insurance coverage for sanctioned activities and events. Our memberships also enable individual members to compete in local, national and international events.

The club is run by an elected volunteer Board of Directors.  For more information on how the club operatates, visit our page on Board of Governance

Nanaimo Ocean Paddling Club is a non-profit society governed by an elected volunteer Board of Directors and guided by the club's constitution and bylaws.  The Policy and Procedures manual is the operating manual of the club.  It is intended as a guide for the Board of Directors, staff and volunteers.

NOPC is a member of the Canadian Outrigger Racing Association (CORA).  As a member we receive communication and administrative support through through their offices. as well as third party liability insurance coverage for sanctioned activities and events.  Our membership also enable individual members to compete in local, national and international events.

Board Meetings

The NOPC Board of Directors meet regularly.  All members are welcome to attend and participate.

Executive Directors

Commodore - Wolf Presslauer - commodore@nanaimooceanpaddlingclub.ca

Vice Commodore - Bill Humby

Secretary - Doug Wansbrough

Treasurer - Kathleen Sherry - treasurer@nanaimooceanpaddlingclub.ca

Directors

Membership Administrator - Angela(Gus) Lee - membership@nanaimooceanpaddlingclub.ca

Outrigger Rep - Bill Humby - outriggerrep@nanaimooceanpaddlingclub.ca

Dragonboat Rep -Janet Povey

Communications/Web - Mary-Jane Hudson

Vacant - Equipment Manager