The Canadian Canoe Museum

About The Canadian Canoe Museum

Welcome to The Canadian Canoe Museum, located on the Traditional Territory of the Williams Treaties First Nations in Peterborough, Ontario! For more than 25 years, The Canadian Canoe Museum has stewarded the world’s largest and most significant collection of canoes, kayaks and paddled watercraft.

More than 650 in number, the watercraft and their stories have a pivotal role to play in understanding our past and our collective future. As part of our responsibility for this one-of-a-kind collection, we have built it a new home along the water’s edge.

We invite you to explore this world-class collection and uncover the stories that shape our collective identity. From honouring Indigenous traditions to embracing diverse perspectives, our commitment to stewardship extends far beyond artifact preservation—it’s a pledge to foster meaningful connections and inspire new generations of stewards. Come paddle with us!

The Trent-Severn Waterway was listed in the New York Times’ “52 Places To Go in 2025” article. The Canadian Canoe Museum is honoured to be named alongside neighbouring attractions on The Trent-Severn Waterway!

The Canadian Canoe Museum was named one of the Best Cultural Spots on National Geographic’s Best of the World 2024, the brand’s annual guide of the most exciting, meaningful, and one-of-a-kind travel experiences for 2024!

Photo Credits: Justen Soule.