Grab a few friends, form a team, and help CHANGE AN ANIMAL’S LIFE!
Join the Community Relay Race at the 5th Annual Ottawa Valley Doggy Paddle in the Town of Petawawa, supporting the Ontario SPCA Renfrew County Animal Centre.
Canoe with your canine, kayak for a kitten, or SUP with your pup - all for an incredible cause. No furry sidekick? No problem! Bring your two-legged friends and enjoy a full day of paddling fun. Don’t have a boat or board? We’ve got you covered.
Come for the fun, stay for the community, and leave knowing you made a difference!
Sunday August 9, 2026
TIME:
Start: 9 AM Check-in
10 AM Doggy Paddle
Lunch and fun to follow.
LOCATION:
COST:
TBD 2026
*registration cost includes branded shirt, meal, and event swag
REGISTRATION: coming soon!
Please note spaces are limited. All funds raised will support local animals in need through programs and services provided by Ontario SPCA Renfrew County Animal Centre in Pembroke.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFO:
ALL paddlers will require a safety kit. Kayakers and canoers need a whistle, bailing bucket, floating rope and to be wearing a PFD/ lifejacket. On a SUP you need a whistle, leash, and to be wearing a PFD / lifejacket. Paddlers under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult and wearing all safety equipment. For the safety for all of our guests, lifejackets are recommended for all Canine/Feline/Animal guests too!
CONTACT:
Heather Jobe
