Widjiitiwin Special

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Widjiitiwin Special – Canoe Race Fundraiser

Saturday, June 13, 2026 • Mary Lake

Get ready to paddle for a purpose! The Widjiitiwin Special is our annual canoe race fundraiser in support of Camp Widjiitiwin and the life-changing programs we offer to children, youth, and families.

This one-day event brings together racers of all ages—families, friends, alumni, and supporters—for a fun, friendly competition on beautiful Mary Lake. Whether you’re racing hard or cheering from shore, it’s the perfect way to kick off summer while supporting a ministry that is transforming lives.

Race Options

  • Single Distance – Adult Canoe
  • Single Distance – Family Canoe
  • Single Distance – Camp Canoe (New for 2026 – bring your best paddlers from another camp)
  • Marathon Distance – Adult Canoe (A 4-lap endurance race from Widjiitiwin Island and back!)

Join the race. Support a team. Make a difference.

For 2026, all Widjiitiwin Special funds will go towards reducing the fees that our campers have to pay to get to camp – we’re planning to set a new Widjiitiwin Special fundraising record this year by raising the other $25,000 so that we can be ready for day one of camp!

There are two main ways that you can join us at the Widjiitiwin Special – you can race, and you can fundraise. Here are three easy steps for you to follow:

  1. Register for your race category: sign up for one of the canoe races, or just sign up to fundraise!
  2. Share your fundraising page with friends and family: our goal for 2026 is to raise $25,000 for Widjiitiwin!
  3. Show up on race day: join us on race day starting at 10:00am for a few hours of racing, a BBQ and awards!

If you’re not interested in racing this year, please consider supporting one of our race teams – whether they win or lose, all funds are crucial for helping our campers experience an incredible week of camp this summer at Widjiitiwin.

This year, the race distance is approximately four kilometres for our single distance races: from MBC’s beach to Widjiitiwin Island and back! The Marathon Distance follows the same course, but involves doing four laps instead of one. 

Stay tuned for details to register to race in the Widjiitiwin Special on Saturday, June 13th!

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