Major Contributor to the Canadian National Rowing Team

When you see National Rowing Team athletes glide through the water - there's a good chance the boat they are rowing has a connection to Walker Industries. Ever since Walker Industries came on board, the equipment for every rower on the National Team is world class.  The only stipulation to the donation was that Walker Industries be able to name the shell in honour of an outstanding individual in the rowing community or in honour of a Walker family member.  1996 Olympics, the Men's Lightweight Four Team won a Silver Medal rowing the J.G. Walker and the Women's Eight won Silver in the Nora D. Walker II.

Walker Industries looked to support rowing because of the benefits rowing brings to the rower and our many communities.  Right from the beginning, in learning the sport - rowing teaches teamwork, perseverance and humility.  Important lessons in sport, but essential attributes needed in one's future.  Rowing instills in someone a special personality, which always shines through.  It is because of this character building, we see rowing as an important sport.