The Cardboard Boat Race, put on by Career Transitions, was held at the U of L on Thursday, November 16, 2023. (Photo: LNN)

By Christian Oldale

Cardboard Boat Racing returns to University of Lethbridge

Nov 16, 2023 | 3:51 PM

LETHBRIDGE, AB – An annual aquatic race returned to the University of Lethbridge (U of L) this week.

The Cardboard Boat Race, put on by Career Transitions, was held at the U of L on Thursday, November 16, 2023.

In the competition, 50 teams of four students were provided with sheets of cardboard, a cutting tool and some tape to make a boat. The teams then competed in both a timed race and a weight challenge.

Two divisions, made up of students from schools across southern Alberta, were represented in competition:

• Senior (Grades 10-12)
• Junior (Grades 7-9)

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The teams arrived at the U of L at 9:00 a.m. for check-in, then began construction at 10:00 in the 1st Choice Savings Centre. The races and weight challenges began at 12:30 at the pool and ran until 2:00 p.m.

In addition to points for speed in the timed race and time afloat during the weight test, the teams were evaluated on their design, construction quality, teamwork, and visual appeal.

The competition was followed by an awards ceremony to recognize the victors.

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