The History of Rowing in New Brunswick
The New Brunswick Sports Hall of Fame invites you to join us in celebrating the rich history of rowing in our province. From the early days of Confederation to the achievements of modern champions, our rowing legacy is central to New Brunswick's, and indeed Canada's Sports History.
Our goal: raise $20,000 to create a world-class exhibit showcasing New Brunswick’s contributions to the Canadian rowing community, honouring legends, and inspiring future generations.
Be part of preserving our history—Donate Now!
Excelled in speed skating and sculling. Represented Canada at the 1924 Paris Olympics.
Hilton Belyea
Won 49 medals, including a 1990 World Championship in coxless fours; the first New Brunswicker to achieve that victory in 123 years.
Jillian Rose Blois
2006 World Championship gold and 2008 Olympic appearance. Now serving as Director of the Olympic Department of Health Medicine and Science.
Dr. Jane Thornton
Fulton, Hutton, Price, and Ross: Canada's first world champions. Won the 1867 World Championship and 1868 Championship of America.
The Paris Crew
Founder of the Kennebecasis Rowing Club, revived the Renforth Regatta, and led the growth of rowing in New Brunswick.
Humphrey Bonnycastle
Dominated Canadian rowing in the 1980s, winning eight national medals together and four individual golds.
The Flood Brothers
Kennebecasis Rowing Club star; won gold at the 2000 World Rowing Championships.
Ed Winchester
Rowing NB Sports Hall Honoured Members
A Part of Brian Flood's Legacy
We extend our heartfelt thanks to the late Brian Flood, whose leadership, passion, and clear vision were instrumental in bringing the History of Rowing exhibit fundraiser to life. Special thanks also goes to his sister, Dianne Sharpe, Gregory Zed, the Town of Rothesay, and our other generous donors for their early support.
About the project
What: A comprehensive exhibit celebrating New Brunswick’s rowing history.
Where: New Brunswick Sports Hall of Fame, 503 Queen St., Fredericton.
When: Launching June 2025 to coincide with our summer opening.
Why: To preserve and celebrate a legacy that has shaped our province, inspiring generations of athletes.
Fundraising Tracker
Donation Tiers
Quad Scull Donor: $1,000+
• Name included prominently within the exhibit
•A special gift
Double Scull Donor: $500+
• Name included within the exhibit
• A special gift
Sculler Donor $100+
• Name included within the exhibit
Supporter $25+
Our goal is to raise $20,000 in order to make this project a reality. All funds raised will go directly to the creation of the exhibit, including design, installation, and renewal. We are extremely grateful to be able to say we have raised almost half of our goal already!