Welland International Flatwater Centre

www.wifc.ca
Stephen Fischer - Business & Operations Manager
Welland Recreational Canal Corporation
60 East Main Street, Welland ON L3B 3X4
Phone: 905-735-1700 ext. 2311 Fax: 905-734-9952

Welland International Flatwater Centre

Boasts:
• Two Courses (North and South)
o Full 1000m Albano Buoyed Course
o Full 2000m Albano Buoyed Course
• Race Courses are constant 32’ depth across all lanes
• Race Course is well protected from winds by the natural amphitheatre created from the over dig of the original Old Welland Canal
• Finish Lynx Timing System
• Split Timing Capability
• Live Result Broadcast – LCD Display/Web/Text
• International Standard Timing Tower
• Parking for over 1,000 vehicles
• On-Water Start Tower
• Trail System parallel to course for viewing on both sides
• Held start system
• Miscellaneous Regatta equipment
• Seating for 600 spectators in bleachers
• Wonderful sloped banks for standing viewing with room for 1,000’s in a park like setting
• Paved asphalt trail system along the banks of the waterway to follow races

North and South Course Development
In an effort to develop rowing and canoekayak in the Niagara Region and in Canada, the WRCC through the creation of the WIFC has and continues dedicating considerable time and resources to develop plans, provide means and opportunities to develop both courses and deliver permanent club, storage, training, physiotherapy, and regatta facilities.

Program Development
The programs and events promoted by the WIFC are self -sustaining projects that encourage a broad range of participation. Programs offered by member clubs target a wide range of ages and athletic abilities, from youth camps starting as young as eight (8) years of age to extensive masters (over 27) programs.


Sponsorship & Support
WRCC provides direct support to National Rowing and National Canoekayak athletes, coaches and programs. We welcome support that allows us to boost our position on the international scene. There are many exciting opportunities for nationally and locally based firms to support the WIFC and connect with athletes, coaches, officials, spectators and parents. Flatwater sports continue to be a great source of pride for Canadians as our athletes consistently bring home Olympic, World Cup, Pan American and Commonwealth GOLD in these very demanding and respected disciplines.


Community Based Participation
We work at developing and delivering community based programs and events with the belief that, through sport, we can contribute in ways that will strengthen our surrounding communities. Through our clubs, we have and currently partner with the YMCA, Boys and Girls Club of America, local elementary schools, local high schools, and municipal summer camps.

Events:
Welland Kiwanis High School Regatta
Jr. National Team Trials
Ontario Provincial Masters
Ontario Provincial Rowing Championships
Head of the Welland ~ Five Bridges Fall Classic – most pressing setup
Canoekayak Canada National Team Trials
Western Ontario Division Canoekayak Championships
Ontario Canoekayak Team Trials
Ontario Provincial Canoekayak Championships
Western Ontario Division Bantam/Peewee Canoekayak Championships
The RosePADDLE 10k ~ Long Distance Paddle
Four Bridges Open Water Swim
Welland Triathlon
Welland Dragonboat Festival


Clubs:
South Niagara Canoe Club
Welland Otters Swim Club
Welland Running Club
Welland Triathlon
South Niagara Rowing Club
Notre Dame Rowing
EL Crossley Rowing
Lakeshore Rowing
Jean Vanier Rowing


News
The involvement of the Welland Recreational Canal Corporation, ranges from completely producing an event, to collaborating with other dynamic sport or business associations and groups to deliver high quality events, to simple preparation of facilities for use by others. We have an excellent reputation for being enthusiast and results focused with an emphasis on fun, fair competition and a great experience.

Council Supports WRCC Commonwealth Rowing Championships Bid
http://www.wellandtribune.ca/ArticleDisplay.aspx?e=1164716

RCA Partners with WRCC and South Niagara Rowing Club to host the 2009 Commonwealth Rowing Development Camp
http://www.rowingcanada.org/sites/rowingcanada/files/comm_brochure_web.pdf


If you have any questions regarding any of the events listed, please contact us.

Current Supporters of the WIFC
Van Jon Paving
Boston Pizza
Par Construction
Seaway Mall