Membership Application

Apply for Org Membership by Email 

Org Memberships Available

  1. Club – $50-125/yr (recreational paddling is one of the main organizational objectives, the club must be registered as an Alberta society and must be composed of individual members.)
  2. Not-for-profit organization – $50/yr (any other NFP groups other than a paddling club, must be registered under Alberta or Federal Legislation. (ie: schools, Scouts, camps with paddling programs.)
  3. Commercial organization – $150/yr (must be registered under Alberta or Federal Legislation. This category includes NFP’s engaged in commercial business activities.)
  4. Affiliate – $400/yr (must be registered under Alberta or Federal Legislation. Non-commercial organization that promotes paddling event(s) in Alberta.)

Paddle Alberta Org Membership Benefits

  • Keep up to date on recreational paddling in Alberta & Canada
  • Subsidies available to clubs/NFPs for equipment purchases, building development and Instructor Development Certification.
  • Participate in environmental programs and issues affecting our paddling environment.
  • Access to competitive insurance for Club/NFP/Affiliate members
  • Special Paddling Event financial support for Club/NFP members
  • Networking opportunities with clubs and organizations across the province for events and training opportunities.
  • Resources and support for club development, training and risk managment.

Commitments For Orgs Members:

  • Attend at least 1 AGM every 2 years.
  • Complete a “Program and Stats” report with annual membership renewal.
  • May participate at our fundraising casino every 18 months to earn credit for PA subsidy programs. 

Volunteer Opportunities:

  • Executive positions (President, Vice-President, Secretary, Treasurer, Education Director, Safety & Touring Director, Environmental Director, Member Reps, and Instructor Rep. All volunteer positions earn credit towards Paddle Alberta subsidy programs.