The Ice Breaker Regatta is an annual regatta hosted by Row Nova Scotia on Lake Banook and Lake Mic Mac in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia. This regatta is a head race format that has athletes complete a 4.3km loop of the two lakes. This regatta aligns with the Long Term Athlete Development (LTAD) model outlined by Rowing Canada Aviron that has athletes competing at long distances early in the season. The Ice Breaker is open to Novice, Under 17, Under 19, Under 23, Senior, Masters and Para athletes.
Ice Breaker will be hosted on May 30, 2026.
Regatta Package
Ice Breaker Emergency Action Plan
Volunteering
Interested in volunteering? Sign-up for a shift at the link below, or email rowing@rowns.ca
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/5080F45A9A82CA6FB6-62821044-2026
Regatta Entries
Entries can be made on Regatta Central until Thursday, May 21, 2026, at midnight.
Regatta Draw
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Regatta Results
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Past Results
2025 Ice Breaker Results
2024 Ice Breaker Results
2023 Ice Breaker Results
2022 Ice Breaker Results
2019 Ice Breaker Results
2018 Ice Breaker Results
2017 Ice Breaker Results
2016 Ice Breaker Results
2015 Ice Breaker Results
2014 Ice Breaker Results
2013 Ice Breaker Results
2012 Ice Breaker Results
2011 Ice Breaker Results
2010 Ice Breaker Results
2009 Ice Breaker Results
2008 Ice Breaker Results
2007 Ice Breaker Results
2006 Ice Breaker Results
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