Rowing Canada Aviron Names New Leadership Team
The national organization has appointed two new directors to oversee athlete pathways and operations.
Updated on Oct. 22, 2026 in People
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Rowing Canada Aviron has officially appointed Dan Moore as Director of Pathway and David Robertson as Director of Operations. These newly created roles are designed to bolster athlete development and support the organization's long-term strategic goals.
Why it matters
The appointments aim to grow the sport across Canada while building a stronger pipeline to the podium for the LA28 and Brisbane 2032 Olympic Games. These strategic additions are central to fulfilling the objectives set out in the organization's Vision 2032.
David Robertson brings 20 years of experience within the Canadian sport system to the Director of Operations role. The organization aims to finalize its strategic goals aligned with the 2032 Brisbane Games.
The players
Rowing Canada Aviron
The national governing body for the sport of rowing in Canada, headquartered in Victoria, BC.
Dan Moore
The newly appointed Director of Pathway who previously served as a High Performance Coach with British Rowing.
David Robertson
The new Director of Operations who formerly served as High Performance Pursuit Advisor with Own the Podium and Executive Director of the Coaches Association of Saskatchewan.
The details
The new positions were established to enhance the existing athlete and coach development systems. Both directors will focus on delivering the organization's strategic plan and expanding access to rowing throughout Canada.
Timeline
David Robertson served as a national team coach from 2010 to 2017.
Dan Moore served as a World Class Start Coach from 2012 to 2018.
David Robertson worked at Own the Podium from 2023 to 2026.
The new appointments were officially announced on October 22, 2026.
The organizational strategic plan Vision 2032 concludes in 2032.
Market Landscape
These leadership appointments reflect a broader trend of national sporting bodies realigning their administrative structures to meet high-performance targets. The move positions the organization to compete more effectively on the global stage through 2032.
Local rowing clubs and athletes across Canada may see changes in development programming and coaching support as the new directors implement their strategies. These shifts are intended to improve access and performance outcomes for participants at all levels of the sport.
The takeaway
Effective sports administration requires a balance between long-term strategic vision and daily operational excellence. Organizations looking to improve performance often prioritize experienced leadership to bridge the gap between regional development and international competition.
Further reading
Learn more about the latest personnel changes in the domestic sector on the People page.
Source note: This article includes information reported by The Sport Information Resource Centre.
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