Peace River Brigade 2026
Clayhurst Bridge, BC → Peace River, Alberta · Summer 2026
Registration for this brigade is closed. This page remains as a record of the 2026 Peace River Brigade.
About this brigade
Join us for a multi-day paddling expedition along the historic Peace River — one of Canada’s great northern waterways. This brigade follows the big-canoe tradition that CVBS has supported since 2008, bringing together paddlers from across Canada for shared adventure, community, and heritage.
Each team of ~10 paddlers will have a ground support team in place to move camp each day. Teams provide their own breakfast and lunch; suppers will be a mix of community-supported, team-organized, brigade-organized, and potluck meals.
What to expect
- Multi-day paddling on the Peace River, BC/AB
- Big voyageur canoes (22' and larger) with ~10 paddlers each
- Ground crew support for daily camp moves
- Daily Captains Meetings for safety and coordination
- Safety plan provided; Paddle Canada Big Canoe Leader certification encouraged (not required)
- No smaller craft — canoes under 22' are not permitted to join the brigade
Registration (closed)
Registration has closed. The steps below are kept for reference and for organizers planning future brigades.
Confirm your spot with a crew
Before registering with CVBS, confirm a place with a canoe crew. Contact the brigade registrar to find available crews or to list yourself as an individual seeking a berth.
Become a CVBS member
All participants must hold a current CVBS membership. Annual membership: $18 adults / $10 children.
Become a CVBS member →Register your canoe (crew leaders)
Crew leaders register their canoe, then add individual crew members. Pay the $300 deposit within 24 hours of canoe registration.
Register as Crew Leader →Register as a crew member
Individual crew members register after their crew leader has registered the canoe.
Register as Crew Member →Key dates
| Date | Milestone |
|---|---|
| March 1, 2026 | Crew leader (canoe) registration opens |
| Within 24 hours of registration | $300 non-refundable deposit due |
| May 1, 2026 | Registration closes |
| May 15, 2026 | All crew members must be registered & $1,700 balance due (+$200/paddler over 10) |
| July 1, 2026 | Any additional fees due |
| June 1, 2026 | Full refund deadline (minus $300 deposit) if canoe withdraws |
| June 15, 2026 | Partial refund of $1,000 |
| After June 15, 2026 | No refund |
Questions?
Contact Brigade Registrar Ingrid Shephert at love2paddle.ab@gmail.com or 403-740-5046.