Canoe Racing New Zealand is incredibly appreciative to receive fantastic support and sponsorship from a range of corporate, trust and other key funders.

Their ongoing support is gratefully received and allows our sport to grow at the grassroots in Aotearoa, and continue to achieve high levels of success on the international stage.

OUR PARTNERS

Zhik

Zhik has been at the forefront of the water sports apparel industry propelled by product innovation and enthusiastic support of elite athletes. https://zhik.com/nz/

Ford New Zealand

For generations, Ford has been part of New Zealand’s everyday life - trusted by the people who build, explore, and move this country forward. Today, they’re driving that legacy into the future with a strong focus on hybrid and electric vehicles that deliver capability, efficiency, and lower emissions. From worksites to wild places, Ford vehicles are built for Kiwi conditions and Kiwi communities. Their commitment remains the same: innovation, reliability, and serving Aotearoa. https://www.ford.co.nz/

SwoleFoods

SwoleFoods are making healthy eating accessible to every body. We have created delicious ready made meals with the right balance of protein, carbs and fats to help you achieve your goals. Spend more time paddling and less time in the kitchen with SwoleFoods. Enter 'paddler' at the SwoleFoods online check-out for a 10% discount. https://swolefoods.co.nz/

Go Media

Proudly Aotearoa born and bred with Māori ownership, Go Media's purpose is to make a positive impact on businesses and communities throughout Aotearoa by providing them with a voice to connect and tell their story. https://www.gomedia.co.nz/

Nelo Kayaks & Canoes

Nelo designs and manufactures high-performance kayaks and canoes, with a focus on innovation and top-level performance. For enquiries contact: info@paddler.nz

https://www.nelo.eu/

TRUST FUNDERS

New Zealand Community Trust (NZCT)

Established in 1998, NZCT is one of New Zealand's largest gaming trusts with 13% of market share. They are proud of the contribution they make to local communities, particularly in the area of amateur sport and active participation. https://www.nzct.org.nz/

Grassroots Trust

Grassroots Trust is dedicated to providing local funding to local communities. They share the passion and enthusiasm for amateur sport, education and various charitable community initiatives. https://www.grassrootstrust.co.nz/

GOVERNMENT FUNDERS

High Performance Sport New Zealand (HSPNZ)

HPSNZ works together with National Sporting Organisations (NSOs) to enable and empower world class performances that inspire New Zealanders. They focus on the performance pathways, wellbeing, engagement, and funding and investment for their partner sports, and place carefully chosen teams of experts around elite athletes and coaches. https://hpsnz.org.nz

Sport New Zealand (HSPNZ)

Sport NZ is a kaitiaki (guardian) of the play, active recreation and sport system in Aotearoa New Zealand. A central government agency, Sport NZ promotes and supports quality experiences in play, active recreation and sport to improve levels of physical activity and, through this, ensure the greatest impact on wellbeing for all New Zealanders. https://sportnz.org.nz/

Waipa District Council

Waipa District Council partners with the community in promoting the wellbeing of the Waipa district and its people. https://www.waipadc.govt.nz/

KEY SUPPLIERS

Petone PAK'nSAVE

PAK'nSAVE Petone are supporters of the Canoe Racing New Zealand youth development camps. http://www.paknsave.co.nz

House of Travel

House of Travel is a locally owned travel agency helping Kiwi travelers to experience the world differently.

https://www.hotevents.co.nz/newzealand-sports-travel

CORPORATE SPONSORSHIP

We are looking for partners to work towards shared goals and have a range of opportunities across both participation and performance.

If you are interested in being part of our Olympic success stories or helping us to inspire and support more kiwis to pick up a paddle, we would love to hear from you.

Please contact our Chief Executive, Graham Oberlin-Brown: graham@crnz.org