WIFC North Course
A completely accessible, state-of-the-art venue meeting the highest international standards for training and competition.
With basin-like characteristics at depths of 35 feet, the WIFC North Course is an ideal location for all types of flatwater sports. Sloped banks make for great viewing in a natural amphitheatre setting, allowing for thousands of spectators in addition to the venue’s 500-plus permanent seating area. Surrounding trees on both sides of the banks provide an additional windscreen benefit. Overall, our North Course is leading the way among Canadian venues with the following amenities:
- timing tower and athletes centre with security access functionality
- wireless connectivity throughout
- medical docks providing efficient communication between stations
- weather monitoring station for tracking weather conditions
- community washrooms with wheelchair accessibility
- parking space for more than 500 vehicles
- FinishLynx timing system with split timing capability
- Poralu docks allowing for paracanoe and adaptive rowing