The Race is On!

Mattawa River Canoe Race is getting ready for the 2024 Race!

The NBMCA looks forward to hosting the exciting Mattawa River Canoe Race (MRCR) in 2024!  The race took a break in 2023 and we’re using the time to explore creative ideas with our partners (including the paddling community) to look at event categories, dinner options, date.   With the help of community volunteers, we’re also looking at way to increase our supporting resources.    Stay tuned!!

We've heard from paddlers and race supporters, sponsors and community members.   Volunteers from the paddling community and local supporters have come forward to assist on planning committees - thank you!  And we listened - to take advantage of the higher water levels, the date has been changed to June 8, 2024.   Save the date!  Other details are falling into place and will be announced soon on www.mattawarivercanoerace.ca

Please contact Paula Loranger, Community Relations Coordinator, at paula.loranger@nbmca.ca if you would like to join the conversation!  

Sponsorship opportunities available!

Do you have a passion for adventure?  The Mattawa River Canoe Race gives you an opportunity to align your personal and corporate values with environmental sustainability, stewardship, ecotourism or health and fitness? 

Would you like to see your company's name associated with a prestigious sporting event that challenges canoe, kayak and stand-up paddle board paddlers to test their skill and stamina for 64 km against multiple rapids, portages, open water and 100+ other paddlers from across Canada - right here on the Mattawa River!   

The 64 km Mattawa River Canoe Race is a marathon like no other.  

And in 2024, we'd love for you to be a part of it.  Your sponsorship aligns your company with a historic race and in the process, supports the NBMCA environmental, outreach and stewardship programs.

We'd love to explore the opportunity that awaits you! 

Contact Sue Buckle, Manager, Communications & Outreach
sue.buckle@nbmca.ca  (cell) 705-497-4999