CANI is the governing body for paddlesport activities in Northern Ireland.

CANI is a membership organisation with circa 1,200 members, 24 clubs and commercial providers. CANI has a small staff team of 4 full time and 4 part time employees. CANI has a large team of volunteers who help with events and serve on committees.

CANI delivers a range of services to support its members, drive growth across the sport and to increase opportunities for people to try paddlesports.

CANI is based at the Belfast Boat Club. Board meetings are held in the greater Belfast area.

Stephen Craig Chair

Lauren Smith Chief Executive

Why CANI is supporting Boardroom Apprentice

“This will be the fourth year CANI hope to be a host board and to date have found the process mutually rewarding and beneficial.

“CANI welcome the apprentice into the board environment and actively encourage involvement in sub group activity along with regular board activity.”

Location of Board and Committee Meetings

Greater Belfast is the current choice, as it suits the board members. This could change with new directors being appointed.

Frequency and timing of board/committee meetings

Board meetings are held in the evening, 7pm to 10pm

Date of Board Meetings (September 2021 – August 2022)

TBC