Welcome to the
Welland Canal Open Water Swim
and
15K Ultra Swim
DATE: August 30, 2026
LOCATION: Welland International Flatwater Centre
Welcome to the final event of our Ontario Season. Over the years, the Welland Recreational Canal and the Welland International Flatwater Centre have become one of the main focal points of our summer season. We thank the City of Welland, along with all the participants of our events, for your continued support
Welland Canal Open Water Swim
Featuring the
Welland 15K Ultraswim.... yes it's back!
One of the most iconic open-water swim events of the season, and a part of the Canaqua Sports Open Water Swim Series since 2017. With distances of 1K, 2.5K, 5K, 10K, and our 15K Ultraswim, this event has something for everyone.
We tried the 10K last year, and it is once again a part of this event.
Imagine a 10K and a 15K at the same event!
Elma's pride was in this distance as it brought the younger age group swimmers to this event, often trying open water swimming for the first time.
We welcome ALL open water swimmers, regardless of your ability, to come and enjoy a day of swimming at the beautiful Welland International Flatwater Centre.
What a great way to end the open water season!
Registration fees
Prices are inclusive of mandatory charges, items, and fees
Elma Couture 1k swim
Price changes in 2 months 21 days-
Named in honor of one of the Pioneers of Open Water Swimming in Ontario
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$83.94
Pre-Registration - Register early and receive a Free Canaqua Sports Runners hat
Nov 21 – Dec 15 -
Register for Elma Couture 1k swim$89.39Now registering Dec 16 – Mar 30
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$94.83Mar 31 – Jun 30
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$105.72Jul 1 – Aug 26
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2.5k swim
Price changes in 2 months 21 days-
1 x 2.5k lap
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$83.94
Pre-Registration - Register early and receive a Free Canaqua Sports Runners hat
Nov 21 – Dec 15 -
Register for 2.5k swim$89.39Now registering Dec 16 – Mar 30
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$94.83Mar 31 – Jun 30
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$105.72Jul 1 – Aug 26
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5k swim
Price changes in 2 months 21 days-
2 x 2.5k laps
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$100.28
Pre-Registration - Register early and receive a Free Canaqua Sports Runners hat
Nov 21 – Dec 15 -
Register for 5k swim$105.72Now registering Dec 16 – Mar 30
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$111.18Mar 31 – Jun 30
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$116.62Jul 1 – Aug 26
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15K Ultraswim
Price changes in 2 months 21 days-
End your season with a great long 15K Ultra Swim. Complete 6 laps of our 2.5K course as we bring back a distance from the past.
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$105.72
Pre-Registration - Register early and receive a Free Canaqua Sports Runners hat
Nov 21 – Dec 15 -
Register for 15K Ultraswim$111.18Now registering Dec 16 – Mar 30
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$122.07Mar 31 – Jun 30
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$132.96Jul 1 – Aug 26
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Welland 10K Open water Swim
Price changes in 2 months 21 days-
come and swim 4 laps of our 2.5K course.
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$105.72
Pre-Registration Event
Nov 21 – Dec 15 -
Register for Welland 10K Open water Swim$111.18Now registering Dec 16 – Mar 30
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$116.62Mar 31 – Jun 30
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$127.51Jul 1 – Aug 26
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Canaqua Sports Partners with Childhood Cancer Canada
Canaqua Sports is proud to announce our partnership with Childhood Cancer Canada. This partnership is a celebration of shared values: perseverance, hope, and a deep commitment to community. Together, Childhood Cancer Canada and Canaqua Sports aim to raise awareness, inspire action, and support children and families affected by childhood cancer across Canada.
“We’re incredibly grateful to Canaqua Sports for standing with us. Open water swimmers and Swimrunners face the unknown with every race – unpredictable conditions, long distances, and moments that test their mental strength as much as their physical endurance,” said Kyle Smith, Director of Development, Childhood Cancer Canada. “That same courage and determination lives in the kids we support. Every day, they navigate their own challenging journeys with incredible bravery.”
To donate, or to learn more about Childhood Cancer Canada please go to
1.0 K Course
To all you 1K swimmers, we have a special course developed just for you. A 1K loop starting and finishing at the same spot as the longer events. A great way to end the season with a great race
2.5k loop swim course
Welland 15K Ultra Swim
What's old is new again!
Introducing the Welland 15K Ultra Swim
As part of our events, we started a new series called the 15K Ultra Swim Series in 2025 as a longer set of events for those of you looking for something a little longer than the standard 10K event
As this event is our final Ontario event of the season we decided to bring back the 15K distance, making this event a little different from our other Welland events. So come on out and join us for the final event of our Ontario season and give yourself an extra challenge!
From all of us at Canaqua Sports.
Thank you for your continued support
Race Info
Location: 16 Townline Tunell Road, Welland, ON L3C 2T4 (Welland Recreational Waterway)
Check-in: At the Welland International Flatwater Centre (WIFC) in Welland (corner of Townline Tunnel Rd. and Colborne Street)
Awards: An award will be presented to the top finisher in each race.
The Course: See map above. All races finish at the Welland International Flatwater Centre on Townline Tunnel Rd, Welland.
Facilities & Food:
- Washrooms will be available at the Welland International Flatwater Centre
- Food will be provided
- World Class Facility used for the 2015 Pan-Am Games
Race Details:
- Swim caps will be provided for each swimmer and MUST BE WORN for identification purposes during the race
- A number will be inked on upper back/shoulder of each swimmer
- Water temperature at this time of year ranges between 68 – 72 degrees Fahrenheit
- The race is an in-water start and finish
- A time limit will be strictly enforced and any swimmer still racing at this time will be removed from the course (2.5k- 1.5 hours, 5k- 2.5 hours, 10K- 4.5hours)
- Swimmers should not undertake this swim unless they are physically fit and sufficiently trained to participate safely
- There will not be a "rain date" and a delay (or cancellation) would only occur in the event of lightning
Event schedule
- Wed, August 30, 2006 6:30 a.m. - Onsite Registration and check-in
- Sun, August 30, 2026 7:45 a.m. - Mandatory Meeting 10K and 15K swimmers
- Sun, August 30, 2026 8:15 a.m. - 10K and 15K start
- Sun, August 30, 2026 8:45 a.m. - Mandatory Meeting for 1K 2.5K and 5K swimmers
- Sun, August 30, 2026 9:15 a.m. - 5K Start
- Sun, August 30, 2026 9:30 a.m. - 1.0k and 2.5K Start
Contact information
- Event contact
- Ian Feldman
- Phone
- +1 416-617-3558
- Website
- Visit website
