About the International Canoe Federation
Through our network of 171 national federations, we unite millions of paddlers worldwide. From starting to the Olympic Games, we aim to promote and inspire a global passion for paddle sport everywhere and for everyone.
Always moving forward is our motto.
At the heart of our community is a set of core values that ensure a welcoming environment for all.
Leadership
Fostering innovation and shared purpose.
Excellence
Upholding high standards in all aspects of paddle sport.
Integrity
Acting with honesty, respect, and ethical values.
Inclusivity
Promoting fairness and equality across all demographics.
Passion
Demonstrating enthusiasm, pride, and a desire for excellence.
ICF Fit For Future Evolution 2024-2026
Building on the achievements made under Fit For Future 2022-2024, this refined strategic plan has been designed to ensure the long-term success and growth of paddle sport and the federation. From 2024-2026, the ICF will undergo a comprehensive organisational review with five focus areas. The prorities include increasing administrative support, strengthening governance and decision-making, advancing the development model, evolving event delivery and delivering on digital. The process will culminate in the relaunch of the federation under the new name of Paddle Worldwide at its next Congress in 2026.
Overall, the ICF is committed to advancing paddle sports worldwide, guided by its core values and strategic initiatives outlined in the 'Fit for Future' plan.
Find out more about the structure of the ICF, and contact details for Board Members, Committee Members and Staff.
Financial Audit Reports
The ICF, as a non-profit organisation, promotes a culture of good governance through transparency. ICF contracts external financial institutions to audit the accounts of ICF Treasurer and Headquarters. The contracted company inspects and reports on all ICF finances and if requested, acts as a financial adviser to the ICF Executive Committee. Below are the recent audit reports. Further, ICF has a strict EXPENSE POLICY to restrict financial wrongdoing or any exploitations.
The financial audits can be found on the finance page.
Governance
XL ICF ORDINARY CONGRESS
7-8 November 2024
For comprehensive coverage of the 2024 Congress, view the video replays here.
Minutes and Reports
Please follow this link to access the official minutes from previous Congresses and Board of Directors sessions.
Read about the Diversity and Inclusion Commission.
The ICF Ethics Commission forms a part of the ICF Court of Arbitration and is charged with defining and updating a framework of ethical principles, including a Code of Ethics, based upon the values and principles enshrined in the Olympic Charter. In addition, it investigates complaints raised about the non-respect of such ethical principles, including breaches of the Code of Ethics and, if necessary, proposes sanctions to the ICF Board.
Read more about ICF Ethics Commission Chair Michael Chambers
For confidential reporting in regards to corruption, doping, harassment, or any other form of misconduct, please contact the ICF Ethics Commission Chair Michael Chambers.
Contact the ICF Ethics Commission
ICF Governance Support and Monitoring Programme
National Federations are the key stakeholders in supporting the global growth of paddle sport. So the ICF have created the 'ICF Governance Support and Monitoring Programme' to allow National Federations to give their input, which will encourage the development of the sport and strengthen the bonds of friendship that unite those who practice it.
Find out more and answer the questionnaire
Contact Us
Váci út 76
1133 Budapest, Hungary
Avenue de Rhodanie 54,
1007 Lausanne, Switzerland
80 Fuchun Road,
Shangcheng District,
Hangzhou, China
+41 (0)21 612 0290
Mon-Fri 9:00-18:00 CET
Contact details for National Federation members.
