This team was formed in 2013 and is now called the "Mixed Ability Dragons". We are launching the second decade of this team with an expansion and partnership with the international Mixed Ability Sports organization. We are encouraging family members and friends to join the team. We are still recruiting team members, who are welcome from anywhere or any organization in the GTA.
May 30 Update: Registration is open for both programs detailed below. Both new and experienced paddlers have already started signing up. We want you to join us and see what the sport is all about and how accessible it is for anyone of any ability.
To register or for more information, please email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or call Tim at 647-971-7332 if you have any questions.
This team was formed in 2013 and is now called the "Mixed Ability Dragons". We are launching the second decade of this team with an expansion and partnership with the international Mixed Ability Sports organization. We are encouraging family members and friends to join the team. We are still recruiting team members, who are welcome from anywhere or any organization in the GTA.
March 13 Update: Registration is open for both programs detailed below. Both new and experienced paddlers have already started signing up. We want you to join us and see what the sport is all about and how accessible it is for anyone of any ability.
To register or for more information, please email Mixed-Ability @ RustyDragons.ca or call Tim at 647-971-7332.
SPRING SESSION (Canada Day Program): Practices once a week for 4 weeks, on Saturdays, June 7/14/21/28, from 12:30 to 2:30 PM at Outer Harbour. The team will then race at the 23rd Canada Day Regatta on Toronto Island on Tuesday, July 1st. The cost for the Spring session is $75 per person.
FALL SESSION (Welland Program): Practices once a week for 4 weeks, on Saturdays, July 12/19/26 and August 2, from 12:30 to 2:30 PM at Outer Harbour. The team will then race at the 3rd annual Hope Floats Regatta on Saturday, Aug. 9th at the Welland International Flatwater Centre. We will arrange a subsidized coach bus to take those interested between Toronto and Welland. The cost for the Fall session is $55 per person.
See the Practice Site Page for more details on the practice location. The address of the practice site is at 480 Unwin Avenue, but note there is no parking at this address. There is also free parking just to the east of the site, and a path to walk along to the practice site. It is easily found by WheelTrans (we greet participants at the gate), and VIPs can be dropped off by drivers at the gate, after which they can go park and walk back. Details and maps will be emailed to all participants.
If you have any questions, or need assistance registering, please don't hesitate to contact Tim MacFarlane at 647-971-7332 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..
Practicing Saturdays in June,
Time: 12:30 to 2:30 PM.
Dates: June 7 / 14 / 21 / 28.
Canada Day Regatta on Toronto Island. Participants take the Toronto Ferry across to the Island and race in 200m races.
The cost is $75/person, which is all inclusive of the practices, and race day.
Note there is a separate $20 cost for a race jersey if you don't already have one.
Send an email to us for more information at "MIxed-Ability @ RustyDragons.ca"
Practicing Saturdays in July-Aug,
Time: 12:30 to 2:30 PM.
Dates: July 12 / 19 / 26 & Aug 2.
Hope Floats Regatta in Welland. We'll arrange car-pooling or a bus to this event. This is one of the best race sites in the world.
The cost is $55/person, which is all inclusive of the practices, and race day.
Note there is a separate $20 cost for a race jersey if you don't already have one.
Note that a coach bus will be arranged to take interested paddlers and supporters from Toronto to Welland at a highly subsidized separate fee.
Send an email to us for more information at "MIxed-Ability @ RustyDragons.ca"