Where to learn how to kayak in Canada

East

Liquid Skills: Provides all levels of kayaking instruction on the big and relatively safe waves of the Ottawa River.

Madawaska 
Kanu Centre: High-calibre instruction and comfortable lodging downriver from Algonquin Park.

Montreal Whitewater Kayak Club (CCKEVM): Offers pool and river classes all year long (en français).

West

Aquabatics: Courses in Calgary on everything from rolling to creeking.

WAVpaddling: Two-day beginner courses on the Whitemouth River near Winnipeg.

Sea-to-Sky Kayaking School: Has a wide range of two-hour to one-day courses.