Paddling Film Festival - World tour

BROUGHT TO YOU BY

POLARIS MORTGAGE PLANNERS & PADDLE UAPS 

The United Albertan Paddling Society, with the support of Polaris Mortgage Planners, is excited to host the Paddling Film Festival World Tour in Edmonton on April 18, 2026! Since 2006, the Paddling Film Festival has been a highlight in over 130 cities around the globe, showcasing the finest paddling films. It motivates audiences to cherish their local waterways, venture into rivers, lakes, and oceans, and fully embrace the paddling lifestyle. The 2025 film line-up included whitewater paddling, canoeing, outrigger-canoeing, fishing, rafting, SUP, adaptive paddling, hiking, adventure, travelling, repelling, split boarding and more. The 2026 lineup will be announced in the new year! There are lots of door prizes to be won & silent auction items to be bid on! 

We invite you to join us for the World Tour screening at the NAIT Shaw Theatre on Saturday, April 18. Doors will open in the lobby at 5 pm, with the film screening scheduled for 6:30 pm. Before the show, take part in our paddling fair in the lobby, where you can explore local retailers, discover how to safely start your paddling journey, learn essential skills for river outings, connect with local paddling clubs, and find out more about our provincial paddling associations. There will be AlleyKat craft beer, snacks, and non-alcoholic beverages for purchase. 

We are thrilled to introduce our Platinum Sponsor for this year’ festival: Polaris Mortgage Planners! At Polaris Mortgage Planners, they believe home-ownership is about more than finding a mortgage—it’s about building your future. From your very first pre-approval through to paying off the last payment, they’re committed to guiding you at every step, offering clear communication and expert support every time. Locally based in Spruce Grove and Edmonton, their team is dedicated to helping their clients achieve financial freedom through smart mortgage planning. They’re proud to support the UAPS Film Festival and be part of this community-driven celebration of creativity and connection on the water.

We would also like to thank our Gold Sponsors, Benke Real Estate and Excalibur Executive Planning, for their generous support in making this event possible. Adam at Benke Real Estate is a dedicated realtor who puts you first and comes highly recommended by numerous satisfied UAPS members. Excalibur Executive Planning is proudly supporting the UAPS Film Festival as a Gold Sponsor, guiding business owners from workplace wellness to lifelong wealth — through employee group benefits, insurance, and retirement planning.

Your support in attending this event will contribute to the vibrant paddling community in our region. Proceeds from this event will support both our children’s and adult paddling programs by funding essential equipment purchases and training to certify our volunteer instructors, ensuring they are fully insured to teach paddling at local pools, ponds, lakes, and rivers. If you or your company are interested in sponsoring the event, please reach out via email at festival@paddleuaps.com. All business monetary donations are tax-deductible as advertising costs, and we would be happy to promote your business through our social media platforms and email newsletters.

Platinum Level Sponsor

• Polaris Mortgage Planners (where home ownership is yours for the taking, and mortgage freedom is yours for the having)

Gold Level Sponsors

• Benke Real Estate (a real estate agent who puts you first & comes highly recommended by numerous satisfied UAPS members)
• Excalibur Executive Planning (guiding business owners from workplace wellness to lifelong wealth — through employee group benefits, insurance, and retirement planning)

Silver Level Sponsors

• Alberta Whitewater Association (connects, develops and advocates for whitewater and paddle sports across Alberta)
• KC Insurance (providing insurance to fit your budget)

Bronze Level Sponsors

• Contact us to become a Bronze Level sponsor!

• Mark's Guide for Alberta Paddlers, 3rd edt (detailed river guidebook including put-ins, take-outs, rapids, highlights plus; from Alberta's longest serving canoe guide author!)
• Shawna Sicotte