PRIDE Dragon Boat Team

Every year the ORCC enters a number of teams into the annual Ottawa Dragon Boat Festival (ODBF) which will be taking place over the weekend of June 24 & 25. This year the ORCC is hoping to put together a PRIDE crew showcasing the vibrant 2SLGBTQ+ community living in Ottawa! If you're part of the 2SLGBTQ+ community and interested in competing at the ODBF please view the details below prior to registering.

PRIDE Crew Details

Registration Fees

Program Cost:

  • This year we are offering a pay what you can via donation program fee.
  • Suggested donations range from $20 - $45
  • Donations can be e-transferred to treasurer@orcc.ca.

Included:

  • Entry into the Tim Hortons Ottawa Dragon Boat Festival from June 22-25, 2023 (racing on June 24-25)
  • Four team practices with certified coaches
  • Opportunity for top fundraising teams to qualify to race in the Charity Challenge Cup
  • Access to free concert series and onsite activities
  • Opportunity to compete in various community and corporate divisions
  • Team site to hang out between races; decorate to have fun or promote your business/organization
  • Invitation for all team members to the Opening Ceremony and Parade of Champions
  • Entry into team t-shirt, team site and team spirit competitions
  • All equipment provided (boats, paddles, PFDs)

Not Included

  • Food for purchase on the festival grounds

Important Dates

Festival Dates

  • June 24 & 25, 2023
  • All day event

Practice Times

  • Thursdays starting June 1 through to June 22 (4 practices)
  • 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
  • Note: Practices will occur at the Ottawa River Canoe Club located at 1610 Sixth Line Road. Unfortunately, public transportation is not available.

Prerequisite

  • Be part of the 2SLGBTQ+ community
  • Ready to slay the day!

Festival Weekend Information

****Ottawa Dragon Boat Festival Website***

How to Register***

Please follow the following steps to register for the ORCC PRIDE crew:

  1. Click the button below to register on the ORCC site.
  2. You will also be requested to fill out the ODBF waiver on their website at a later time. More information on this will be communicated to you by the ORCC.

    If you have any questions or concerns please do not hesitate to reach out to manager@orcc.ca as we would be more than happy to help.

    PRIDE Crew Dragon Boat Registration