Rafting guide

Become a rafting guide with Eau Vive Québec – Professional Rafting Training

 

Eau Vive Québec (EVQ) is proud to offer a new rafting guide training program, recognized across the province. Mandated to standardize the rafting industry in Quebec, EVQ has developed safety standards and a comprehensive training curriculum, validated by a committee of experts.

 

Since 2021, EVQ has been actively developing this innovative program, and after a successful pilot project in 2023, the training is now available to all rafting enthusiasts.​

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📍 Location

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• Parc familial des Berges, 10 QC-138, Donnacona, QC G3M 1B2

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📅 Training Dates

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• Level 1 (3 days)

• Level 2 (5 days): April 30 - May 1, 2, 3, 4, 2025

• Level 3 (7 days): April 30 - May 1, 2, 3, 4, 10, 11, 2025

• Training available anytime upon request (minimum 4 people)

 

⏰ Schedule

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• 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

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💵 Rates:

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• Level 1 (Recreational): Class 1 rapids

• Level 2 (Family): Class 1 rapids 2-3 – $625 + tax

• Level 3 (Sport): Class 4 rapids and above – $875 + tax

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💳 Cancellation and refund

 

• Free cancellation with at least 24 hours' notice

• 24 hours or less: no refund or credit.

 

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📚 Rafting Guide Training – What you need to know

 

• Provincially recognized training by Quebec rafting companies.

• Program structured into three levels, from beginner to advanced.​​​​

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⏳ The Rafting Guide Program

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• Trained Rafting Guide

• Apprentice/Rookie Guide

• Certified Guide (Safety Kayak)

• Senior Guide/Trip Leader

• Instructor

• Evaluator

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✔️ What's Included

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• Full Safety Equipment

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❌ What's Not Included

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• Meals

• Transportation to Practice Sites

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🔓 Prerequisites

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• Level 1-2-3: None

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Become a Rafting Guide – Sign Up Now! ✍️​​