In a spirited display of skill, camaraderie, and determination, the 2023 Rowing Canada Aviron (RCA) Canadian Masters Championships unfolded at the picturesque setting of Martindale Pond in St. Catharines, Ontario. The Championships were made all the more significant after the Royal Canadian Henley Regatta Committee’s inclusion of the Masters Championships as part of the Henley Masters, that kicked off the 139^th edition of the historic regatta. Rowers from across the nation, North America and beyond converged to vie for glory in a day filled with exhilarating races and remarkable sportsmanship.

The Masters Championships witnessed seasoned athletes and rowing enthusiasts alike, gather with an air of excitement that was palpable. Teams from as far as Victoria, British Columbia, to San Diego, California, through to international participants from South America and beyond, represented their clubs’ crests and colours proudly as they competed with vigour, prepared to leave it all on the water. With synchronized blades slicing through the water and boats skimming the surface, the spectacle of grace and power was evident in every stroke, they certainly did not disappoint.

One of the most striking aspects of the Championships was the sense of unity and camaraderie among the rowers. While the races were fierce, the genuine sportsmanship and mutual respect among competitors created an atmosphere that was both competitive and congenial. It was a testament to the rowing community’s shared love for the sport and the bonds that are forged through the shared experience of pushing one’s boundaries.

The day’s events were a testament to the mastery of the rowers, showcasing their technical prowess and mental fortitude. Each race had its own narrative, with teams executing their plans while being cheered on by spectators in the grandstand who were treated to thrilling sprints and close finishes, all unfolding against the stunning backdrop of St. Catharines’ natural beauty and showcased why it was chosen as the site for the 2024 World Rowing Championships.

The 2023 RCA Canadian Masters Rowing Championships in St. Catharines were a resounding success, a testament to the passion, dedication, and skill of all involved. As the sun set on a day of triumph and camaraderie, it was clear that the event had not only showcased remarkable athleticism but had also fostered a sense of unity among the rowing community. With memories of thrilling races and shared moments, participants and spectators alike departed with a renewed appreciation for the art of rowing and the joy it brings to all those involved. The perfect way to begin what is sure to be an exciting race week at the 139^th edition of the Royal Canadian Henley Regatta.

 

2023 Rowing Canada Aviron Canadian Masters Championships Results

Women’s Masters D-I Pair

Laurie Michaud & Vilma Faccani-Von Buren – Don Rowing Club

 

Men’s Masters H-L Single

Jacques Aarts – Edmonton Rowing Club

 

Women’s Masters F-L Single

MaryAnn Repa – Leander Boat Club

 

Men’s Masters AA-D 72.5kg Double

Dean Sela & Sunny Lad – Argonaut Rowing Club

 

Men’s Masters E Single

Rob Marland – Ottawa Rowing Club

 

Women’s Masters E Single 

Sunja Edmunds – Hanlan Boat Club

 

Men’s Masters F-I Double

Brian Love & John Nelson – Peterborough Rowing Club

 

Women’s AA-B Coxed Four

Rebecca Rosloski, Karen Costantini, Kelly Shewfelt, Meghan Marchand & Marlo Stoutenburg – St. Catharines Rowing Club

 

Men’s AA-D Quad

Daniel Bullock, Dylan Wing, Owen Kane & Matthew Seaby – Peterborough Rowing Club

 

Women’s D-I Quad

Jennifer Walinga, Julie Platt, Tanya Ross & Cheri Ross – Victoria City Rowing Club

 

Men’s E-I Coxed Four

Grant Akitt, Greg Kott, Mark Jansen, Craig Pollock & Kaitlyn Akitt – Leander Boat Club

 

Men’s E-I 72.5kg Single

Jim Dwyer – London Western Rowing Club

 

Women’s C Single

Laura Corbett-Brown – Ridley Graduate Rowing Club

 

Men’s C Single

Andrew Mactaggart – Burnstown Rowing Club

 

Women’s AA-C Eight

Rebecca Rosloski, Karen Costantini, Kelly Shewfelt, Meghan Marchand, Krista Whittard, Lindsay Sferrazza, Rae Ceccato, Ronna Lockyear & Marlo Stoutenburg – St. Catharines Rowing Club

 

Men’s Masters AA-C Pair

Aubrey Oldham & Logan Madill – Don Rowing Club

 

Men’s Masters F Single

Richard Klajnscek – Leander Boat Club

 

Men’s Masters AA-D 72.5kg Single

Steve Dmytrasz – Don Rowing Club

 

Women’s Masters AA-D 59kg Single

Lesley Smith – Don Rowing Club

 

Women’s Masters D-I Coxed Four

Georgia Greenwood, Laurie Michaud, Vilma Faccani-Von Buren, Carrie Strachan & Louise Soucy-Fraser – Don Rowing Club

 

Men’s E Double

Kevin Fuller & Shane McReynolds – South Niagara Rowing Club

 

Men’s G Single

Kevin Mark – Burnstown Rowing Club

 

Women’s E-I 59kg Double

Diane Barr & Chris Huet – Georgian Bay Rowing Club

 

Women’s AA-B Quad

Nyssa Pohl, Audrey Ferec, Salome Prive & Lea Couture Fernandez – Montreal Rowing Club

 

Men’s C Double

David Ukrainetz & Matthew Bradshaw – Saskatoon Rowing Club

 

Men’s D Single

Andriy Stogomyuk – Montreal Rowing Club

 

Women’s C Double

Jacqueline Thompson & Lesley Smith – Don Rowing Club

 

Women’s E-I 59kg Single

Heather MacDonald – Don Rowing Club

 

Men’s AA-B Single

Aubrey Oldham – Don Rowing Club

 

Men’s E-I 72.5kg Double

Jacques Aarts & Ken Attwood – Edmonton Rowing Club

 

Women’s C Coxed Four

Charlotte Hastings, Kendell Donoho, Nadine Pozzobon, Kristin Donovan & Shannon Pearson – Argonaut Rowing Club

 

Men’s C Coxed Four

Johnathon Butler, Brandan Andrews, Mark Jansen, Craig Pollock & Kaitlyn Akitt – Leander Boat Club

 

Men’s D Double

Eric Aubin & Steve Higgins – Ottawa Rowing Club

 

Women’s AA-A Single

Sarah Pidgen – Don Rowing Club

 

Women’s AA-C Pair

Caroline Kowalewicz & Julie Winterburn – Leander Boat Club

 

Women’s B Single

Caitlin Pauls – Ridley Graduate Boat Club

 

Men’s E-I Quad

Volker Nolte, Andrew Smith, Peter Stiles & Jim Dwyer – London Western Rowing Club

 

Women’s C Quad

Sarah Pidgen, Jacqueline Thompson, Lesley Smith & Vilma Faccani-Von Buren – Don Rowing Club

 

Men’s AA-B Double

Brandon Batey & Scott Glover – Brock Rowing Club

 

Women’s E-I Double

Diane Barr & Chris Huet – Georgian Bay Rowing Club

 

Women’s AA-B Double

Caitlin Pauls & Laura Corbett-Brown – Ridley Graduate Rowing Club

 

Women’s D Double

Rachel Inch & Julia Fournier – Ottawa Rowing Club

 

Men’s AA-C Eight

Victoria Muir, Thomas Wicks, John Scannell, Johnathon Holmes, Graham Bolton, Paul Johnson, Sean Lawler, Achiya Klein & Erkam Aytac – Argonaut Rowing Club

 

Mixed E-I Double

Sandy Smith & MaryAnn Repa – Leander Boat Club

 

Mixed D Double

Andriy Stogornyuk & Audrey Ferec – Montreal Rowing Club

 

Mixed A-E Quad

Volker Nolte, Andrew Smith, Carolyn Jaeger & Andrea Mutsaers – London Western Rowing Club

 

Mixed C Double

Richard Klajnscek & Caroline Kowalewicz – Leander Boat Club

 

Mixed AA-B Double

Aubrey Oldham & Sarah Pidgen – Don Rowing Club

 

Mixed AA-C Eight

Craig Pollock, Greg Kott, Anthony Thelfa, Crystal Sitzer, Matthew Lauzon, Andrea Jansen, Taylor Iseppon, Barb Pollock & Kaitlyn Akitt – Leander Boat Club