TORONTO – On Tuesday, the Canadian Olympic Committee (COC) and Rowing Canada Aviron (RCA) named the 26 athletes nominated to represent Team Canada in rowing at the Rio 2016 Olympic Games from August 5 to 21. Of the 26 athletes, there are 10 returning Olympians, including six who stood on the podium at London 2012. Leading…
Team Canada received their first glimpse of international competition this weekend at World Rowing Cup 2 in northern Italy, and they liked what they saw. The women’s 8 led the charge with a silver medal performance in their event. While staying in contact with their southern neighbours throughout most of the contest, the mighty American…
Four Canadian crews fought for podium finishes during the final day of racing in Lucerne, as spectators were spoilt for tight and fierce racing ahead of the all-important 2014 World Rowing Championships in six weeks time. The men’s four were the first Canadians to be on the podium winning the bronze medal in a highly…
Coinciding with 800 days until Rio 2016, Rowing Canada Aviron is proud to announce the Senior National Team that will represent Canada at the upcoming 2014 World Rowing Cup II and World Rowing Cup III. These athletes will compete at World Rowing Cup II, taking place over June 20 to 22 in Aiguebelette, France. They…