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CITY OF TORONTO


NEWS (May 7, 2025): This new dragon boat team was created by Kathy Deschamps at the City of Toronto for staff.  Registration for the 2025 season is now open via the blue "Register Now" button below.  Registration is limited to City of Toronto staff, to a limit of 20 paddlers.  Note that you do not have to buy any equipment.   


The team will practice at the Balmy Beach Canoe Club at Ashbridges Bay (10 Ashbridges Bay Park Road).  Their coach will be Jack Meikle and your captain is Kathy Deschamps.


You can contact team captain Kathy using: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.


Program Details for 2025


We practice for three weeks in June and then race at the Canada Day Regatta on Toronto Island.

Practices:  3 Weeks

Dates

Practicing TUESDAYs, 5:40 to 7:10 PM.

June 3 / (not 10th) / 17 / 24.

Location

Balmy Beach Canoe Club (10 Ashbridges Bay Park Rd).

Equipment

The use of club paddles and life jackets is included

Regattas: 1

Canada Day Regatta

Tuesday, July 1st on Toronto Island - on Canada's 158th birthday!  This event is run by the Rusty Dragons and the Dominion Day Regatta Association.

Cost

$120

Your team captain will provide details on how to pay the $120 fee via Interac e-transfer.

 

**Note: The $120 fee is due upon registration or before the first practice.  Thank you!