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We open this Thurs June 1st. Reservations for boat rentals are now open to make bookings online. Save money on rentals with our Frequent Paddler Codes. For any inquiries, email ask@paddletoronto.com

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Located in Toronto on the edge of Lake Ontario for over 35 years, the Harbourfront Canoe & Kayak Centre is the most popular paddling centre in Toronto for kayaking, tandem kayak tours, canoeing, big voyageur canoe excursions, stand up paddleboarding, and kayak evening social paddles.

People out on a social kayak paddle in Toronto at Harbourfront Canoe & Kayak Center
Photo credit: Wilbur Wong

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Latest Harbourfront News

Happy Spring!

Our 2023 courses are starting to fill up! Check out some new programs: Kayak Safety & Rescue Skills Clinic, Kayak Performance Paddling Evening, and Kayak Wellness Paddling Evening. The Crew at Harbourfront Canoe & Kayak Centre look forward to connecting you to Toronto’s waterfront and bringing you some joy this season! Happy Paddling! Dave & … Continued

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Rent a Kayak, Canoe or Stand Up Paddleboard

The beautiful 13 Toronto Islands are on our doorstep, with secluded beaches, bird sanctuaries and many waterways to paddle and explore.

Our Location

We are located at 283 Queens Quay West just south of the Rogers Center right on the edge of Lake Ontario.

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Email us at ask@paddletoronto.com.

Call us at 416-203-2277.