KanOpener 2026

The Kananaskis Open is being held at Canoe Meadow at the Kananaskis River. The event brings together a broad group of whitewater kayak, canoe and SUP enthusiasts and their families.

  • from novice to international medal winners
  • competing in  slalom, kayak cross and freestyle at both the novice and advanced levels
  • paddlers from 8 to 68 years of age.  

This will be a keep-it-simple kind of event and we really appreciate people's race/judging support 

Canoe Meadows is the perfect family friendly venue for this event easy access to the slalom race course and freestyle waves, walking paths and numerous attractions nearby. 

REGISTRATION CLOSES TUESDAY JUNE 9th AT Noon

VOLUNTEERS are how our races are run. Please put your name in this form in your preferred role.

Schedule:  *Subject to change due to TransAlta Flow Schedule

Friday - June 12

  • 6 PM - Training & Race Set Up

Saturday - June 13

  •  9:30 AM - Clinics - Slalom or Freestyle
  • 1 PM - Kayak Cross
  • 3 PM - SUP Slalom
  • 5 PM - Saturday Awards
  • 6 PM - Beginner Slalom (If the water turns off)

Sunday - June 14

  •   9 AM - Half Course & Full Course Slalom
  • 1 PM - Freestyle
  • 3 PM - Awards

Rental slalom equipment will be on-site as needed - $10 boat/$5 paddle for the weekend

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Event Type
  • Government of Alberta
  • Coach Canada
  • La Farge
  • AQ Outdoors Logo
  • Jumpstart Badge Logo
  • InMotion Logo
  • Canoe Kayak Canada