Team DEEN - Al Noor Boat Race Challenge

Join Team DEEN for the Al Noor Foundation Boat Race Challenge and be part of something truly meaningful. Together, we’re racing to raise vital funds for programs that empower Muslims with disabilities in our community to connect, thrive, and live with dignity. Every paddle makes a difference. Every contribution helps create inclusive opportunities, meaningful support, and a stronger community for individuals and families who need it most. Join us, cheer us on, and help drive change — together.

What: Dragon Boat Race to raise funds for DEEN Support Services
When: Race day is Saturday, August 1st, 2026. 
Location: Welland International Flatwater Centre, 16 Townline Tunnel Road, Welland, ON L3C 2T4
Time: Registration opens at 8:00 AM and Event begins at 9:00 AM sharp. Full day of fun!

✨ What to expect:

• A fun, adrenaline-filled splashin’ day out!
• Team spirit like you’ve never felt before!
• A beautiful day at Welland International Flatwater Centre, with friends and family cheering you on!
• The chance to truly make a difference and empower those closest to home

Why Join the Challenge?
This is more than a boat race — it’s an opportunity to challenge yourself, build unforgettable connections, and make a real difference in the lives of families in our community.

Feel the Power of the Race
Dragon boat racing is an adrenaline-filled, high-energy experience that pushes you physically and mentally in the best way possible. Every stroke demands teamwork, focus, and determination as your crew moves together with one shared goal: crossing the finish line stronger than when you started.

Step Outside Your Comfort Zone
Most people never imagine themselves racing in a dragon boat — until they do it. This challenge is your chance to try something bold, exciting, and unforgettable. You’ll discover resilience, courage, and strength you didn’t know you had.

Build Friendships & Community
Whether you sign up with friends, family, coworkers, or come on your own, this experience brings people together. You’ll laugh, compete, support one another, and create memories that last long after race day ends.

Race With Purpose
Most importantly, every paddle stroke helps support Muslims with disabilities and their families in our community. The funds raised will help provide inclusive programs, meaningful opportunities, and essential support for individuals who are too often overlooked.
This is your chance to be part of something bigger than yourself — to help create a community where everyone has the opportunity to belong, thrive, and live with dignity.

Every Effort Matters
You don’t need to be an athlete. You don’t need to be an expert. Every participant, every fundraiser, and every contribution helps change lives.
Join us for an unforgettable day of energy, teamwork, purpose, and impact.

Let’s paddle together. Let’s race for change.

I'm interested! What's next?

1. Sign up on this page to become a rower.
2. Once you register, you will receive your crowdfunding link through Launchgood, which you can utilize to fundraise. You will be helping raise vital funds for DEEN Support Services, serving people with disabilities in our community.
3. Spread your page far and wide so your family, friends and local community can support you!
4. Participate in practice/training sessions with the actual boat and certified trainers (FREE, courtesy of DEEN)!
5. Finish off on race day with an amazing time with friends and family! Each team is entered into a series of heats throughout the day. As the day progresses winning teams progress into the knockout stages and there will be a grand finale at the end of the day.  Earn tremendous rewards for all your efforts and intentions and earn the duaa of so many!
   

For more info you may also visit: https://al-noor.co.uk/boat-race-canada/