Night Paddling rules are in effect all year round.
The following is required when paddling at night (Sunset to Sunrise):
1. All paddlers (boats under 7m):
- Must wear, or mount on the boat (e.g. OC-1, kayak, etc.), a non-flashing (“solid”) white light (all-round light) which is clearly visible 360 degrees all around the boat.
- This is in accordance with Transport Canada’s requirements for Navigation Lights (see also the complete Safe Boating Guide).
2. Dragon Boats, OC-4, OC-6:
- Must mount on the stern (back) of the boat a non-flashing (solid) white light (all-round light).
- May mount on the bow (front) of the boat a red/green navigation light.
- This red/green/white directional-lighting is in accordance with Transport Canada: Safe Boating Guide, page 31– Human Powered Boats – Rule 25).
3. Coach boats:
- The bow (front) of the boat must have a red light on the Port (left) side, and a Starboard (right) green light; the stern (back) of the boat must have a non-flashing, white light (all-round).
- This red/green/white directional-lighting is in accordance with Transport Canada: Safe Boating Guide, page 30 – Power Boats under 12m – Rule 23).
4. No solo Paddling
- All paddlers require a partner when paddling in the dark