Welcome to Abreast In A Boat
We are a group of women from Vancouver, Canada and the surrounding metropolitan area, who have had a breast cancer diagnosis. We are a living symbol of hope and a vivid demonstration that there is life after diagnosis. Through the strenuous demands of dragon boat paddling we have learned that we can push the limits of our physical endurance and have fun doing it.
Donate to AIAB
Abreast In A Boat Society uses its donations to fund the dragon boat crews, and to provide education in the fight against breast cancer.
Become a Sponsor
Abreast In A Boat relies on the kindness and generosity of individual donors and corporate sponsors to help us to continue paddling. Learn More +
Our Sponsor
A Growing Movement
Abreast In A Boat is a registered charitable society whose mission is to demonstrate that women can live full, active and healthy lives after a diagnosis of breast cancer. Learn More +
Join Abreast In A Boat
Are you a breast cancer survivor looking for a new adventure and an opportunity to discover your full potential? Then join fellow survivors in Abreast In A Boat (AIAB). Read more +
Regatta & Events Calendar
Keep up-to-date with the latest calendar events to check out the upcoming regattas, training clinics and other events for the 2019 season. View calendar +
“Dr. Don McKenzie, founder of Abreast In A Boat, being presented with a cheque for our $50,000 donation to the UBC Cancer Gym, to support new breast cancer research focus. AIAB 2018 Board members, Left to right, Betty Yu-Membership, Eydie Walls-Sponsorship, Peggy Bellerive-Vice President, Cathy Marr-Membership, Dr. Don, Heather Trenholm-President, Alison Thompson-Treasurer, Judith Manns-Regatta, Debbie Murphy-Sponsorship, Rhona Charron-Regatta, Yvonne Stich-Secretary”.
Featured Article
Concord - Survivor Showdown 2019
Abreast In A Boat and Butts In A Boat! All Winners!
AIAB HIGHLIGHTS
You may have noticed our short inspirational video that was filmed at the Inlet Spring Regatta in April of this year. We are really excited with our new video and invite you to share this on your social media pages.