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Big Canoe Moving Water Instructor Trainer (Endorsement)

This mentorship process provides national certification in the instruction and administration of the Paddle Canada Big Canoe Moving Water Instructor courses.

Discipline: Canoeing Stream: Instructor Trainer Development

Mandate of the Big Canoe Moving Water Instructor Trainer

The Big Canoe Moving Water Instructor Trainer is certified to mentor and assess Paddle Canada Big Canoe Moving Water instructor candidates and to certify instructors at that level.

Prerequisites

Age

At least 18 years of age.

Membership

Current Paddle Canada membership and Provincial/Territorial membership (as required).

Instructor Certification

Introduction Moving Water Instructor.

Instructor Trainer Certification

Intermediate Big Canoe Instructor Trainer.

Teaching Experience

Taught a minimum of four combined Big Canoe Moving Water Beginner and Recreational Leader courses.

Taught a minimum of two Big Canoe Instructor course.

Paddling Experience

Extensive experience paddling on rivers in the big canoe.

Other Recommended Training

None.

Certification Awarded

Paddle Canada Big Canoe Moving Water Instructor Trainer

Published: February 20, 2025 Last updated: April 30, 2026