The International Canoe Federation (ICF) is the umbrella organization of all national canoe organizations worldwide. It is headquartered in Lausanne, Switzerland, and administers all aspects of canoe sport globally. 157 countries are affiliated with the ICF after seven national federations were added at the 2008 ICF Congress in Rome.
In light of the 2022 Russian invasion of Ukraine, the ICF suspended athletes from Russia and Belarus from competing at any International Canoe Federation events, and suspended all officials from these countries from officiating at any event sanctioned by the ICF, as well as from attending or participating in any ICF meetings, committees, and forums. In March 2023, the Russian Canoe Federation sent a letter addressing the ISF and urging them to reverse the decision and allow Russian athletes to compete in ISF events. The RCF's statement included claims that the war was actually started by Ukraine and that 'Russia defends peace'. In May 2023, the International Canoe Federation reinstated Russian and Belarusian athletes, shortly after a Russian missile attack forced the cancellation of a canoe event in Ukraine.
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There are five continental associations affiliated with the International Canoe Federation. These associations are responsible for organizing continental championships, providing support for their member federations, and communicating their interests at the International Canoe Federation Board meetings.
International Canoe Federation: An overview of the International Canoe Federation, its mission, and the countries it is affiliated with. https://www.canoeicf.com
ICF suspends Russian and Belarusian athletes and officials: Detailed report on the ICF's decision to suspend athletes from Russia and Belarus in response to the 2022 Russian invasion of Ukraine. https://www.sportingnews.com/icf-suspends-russian-belarusian-athletes
Continental Associations of the ICF: Information on the five continental associations affiliated with the International Canoe Federation. https://www.canoeicf.com/continental-associations
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