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DIRECTOR’S STROKES
CHANGING CURRENTS
PLUNGE YOUR PADDLES into the fast current and hold on tight. Paddle Canada is embracing many new changes in 2013. The catalyst for change is our new Float Plan for Success: a three-year stra- tegic plan developed at the start of this year with input from over sixty PC and paddling community stakeholders. Thanks to everyone who participated in the process. We are encouraged to report that the fundamen-
tals of Paddle Canada are on course, but the consul- tation process has revealed the need to refocus our priorities. A new vision and mission statement is posted in draft mode on
paddlecanada.com (“Our Mission” under the “About Us” tab). We invite all members to comment on the draft
postings and the Float Plan as well. We want to ensure that these documents accurately reflect the growing membership. The plan identifies four priority areas: • Public Awareness and Membership • Youth • Partnerships • Instructor Development
Some exciting 2013 projects that address these priorities are: • Securing increased insurance benefits to members and others in the paddling community (clubs and organizations)
• Developing new partnerships with youth groups such as summer camps and Scouts Canada
• Improving content and delivery of news via e-newslet- ters,
paddlecanada.com, social media and Kanawa
• Reviewing existing partnerships with Transport Canada, National Search and Rescue, Ontario Tourism, and investigating new partnerships with environmental advocacy and outdoor/paddling orga- nizations that align with PC’s mission
• Drafting new 2014 initiatives to meet more of the priorities
I welcome your comments and thank you once again for trusting the Board, the committees and me to lead the organization down some new unchartered chan- nels. Hold on for the fantastic and challenging ride— I foresee easy paddling ahead. GRAHAM KETCHESON Executive Director
info@paddlingcanada.com
58 RAPID EARLY SUMMER 2013
PLANNING FOR THE FUTURE
FROM the PAST
AS I END my tenure as Presi- dent, I can see a new era dawning for Paddle Canada. Over the past four years, Paddle Canada has secured a better group insurance policy, developed and strengthened partnerships with government agencies, developed a strategic plan and supported many symposia. There are some individuals who deserve much appreciation.
PRESIDENT
Richard Alexander (Past President) brought Paddle Canada through some tender times. Eric Williams should also be recog- nized for his steady hand and reflections on the national aspect of the paddling community. Also, I would be remiss without mention of the paddling on of Kirk Wipper in 2011. I will conclude my participation in a few continuing projects
like PaddleSmart. We met at Joyce Mason’s house on Meech Lake in February to develop this program. I couldn’t think of a more inspiring and appropriate origin than Bill Mason’s house for such an endeavour! My appreciation is also extended to Joyce, Becky and Paul for once again bolstering all that is pad- dling in Canada. My acknowledgements would be incomplete without recogniz- ing our Executive Director, Graham Ketcheson, who took the helm in 2010. His multiple talents have built Paddle Canada into the vibrant organization it is today. At the end of the day, this organization is about you—the many
creative talents plying blades and influencing paddlers to become wiser and more skilfull. I have great confidence in the new board to keep us afloat in new waters. Pleasure to have served. Get out and get wet!
Now Past President, BLAIR DOYLE
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