Canadian National Team Trials for the two Olympic paddling disciplines of sprint and slalom are set to open a new quadrennial of competition this weekend on opposite sides of the country.
Sprint trials will take place at the Olympic Basin in Montreal, QC while slalom trials will take place at Canoe Meadows in Kananaskis, AB. Both trials are being used to select athletes to various National Teams including those to represent Canada at World Cup competitions in Europe. Results of the trials will also impact carding selections for Sport Canada’s Athlete Assistance Program.
Canadian Sprint Senior Team Trials
WHEN: Saturday, May 13 (8:30 a.m. – 4:15 p.m. EST)
Sunday, May 14 (8:30 a.m. – 4:15 p.m. EST)
WHERE: Bassin Olympique, Parc Jean Drapeau, Ile Notre-Dame, Montréal, QC | Map
Jean Drapeau Metro Station
Canoe Slalom Team Trials
WHEN: Saturday, May 13 (9 a.m. – 3 p.m. local time)
Sunday, May 14 (9 a.m. – 3 p.m. local time)
WHERE: Canoe Meadows, Hwy 40, Kananaskis, AB |Map