The WCRPC and its committee members would like to thank the many participants that are planning to be a part of the 1st Annual Western Regionals being held in Regina. The rest of Canada and International players are welcome to begin registering on April 18th here.
Pickleball Canada is updating and modernizing its by-laws to bring it in line with the best practices of most of Canada’s National Sport Organizations. To read more about the proposed amendments and the Special Meeting click here.
As of March 30, 2022, the following nine former IFP countries, including seven of the eight full member countries, have formally notified the IFP in writing that they have officially withdrawn their participation from the federation:
*Also current members of World Pickleball Federation
The former IFP countries and directors are committed to building a collective international organization worthy of the respect of its member countries. An organization that is driven by integrity, democratic principles, transparency and inclusion.
A Task Force has now been established, composed of the presidents (or their designees) from the nine former IFP member countries. This group is now actively exploring and evaluating the options available going forward, which include joining the WPF, introducing a new international federation and merging the WPF into it, or introducing an independent, new international federation.
In addition, the following former IFP directors have all resigned their positions, effective March 30, 2022:
The joy created by our sport, its inclusiveness, health and social benefits, and the ability to unite all backgrounds around the world remains our goal, as we embark on the next chapter. We remain grateful for your understanding and support.
Countries with questions can email the new Task Force at: pickleballcommunications@gmail.com
For more information regarding each of the following countries, click the logos below:
