The Queen's Concrete Canoe team was established over 40 years ago. Throughout the years, the team has achieved 4 podium finishes at the annual Canadian National Concrete Canoe Competition.
Formerly lost due to the COVID-19 pandemic, QCCT was re-founded in 2022 by an enthusiastic team of Civil Engineering students, who made their debut back to competition in 2024.
A memoire for The FREC:
“See her purple skin glisten, kilt flowing in the highland breeze. Serving as the guiding light to those who may be lost. The protector with her staff and chains to scare the others off. In the chant of the engineering hymn she pushed through the tides, embodying the spirit of a Queen’s as she rides the waves.”
The FREC
In 2025, the FREC competed at the University of Manitoba in Winnipeg, Manitoba. The team placed 16th overall, exceeding a top 10 finish in both the enhanced focus area and the Female Tandem Sprint.
Phoenix
In 2024, the Phoenix rose from the ashes and competed at the Université Laval in Québec City, Québec.
A memoire for the Phoenix:
"Meet the Phoenix, a testament to resilience and rebirth, rising from the depths of challenge after the pandemic. She carries the spirit of collaboration, igniting passion and innovation with every stroke. Together, we paddle beyond boundaries, proving that determination and creativity can transform even the heaviest materials into a boat of dreams."
A memoire for the Duchess:
"Behold the Duchess, a concrete canoe: artistry and strength intertwined, defying norms. She whispers tales of innovation, urging to conquer the unknown. Creativity and tenacity unite, defying limits in this vessel of extraordinary fusion. "
Duchess
In 2019, the Duchess competed at Polytechnique Montréal in Montréal, Québec. The team placed 12th overall.
Poseidon
In 2018, Poseidon competed at the University of Waterloo in Waterloo, Ontario.
A memoire for Poseidon:
"In the realm where Queen's Engineers walk, there dwelled a wonderous vessel called Poseidon. With each stroke, she danced upon waves, defying limits. Tales of triumph and adventure adorned her, as she carried dreams and embraced her watery destiny."
A memoire for River Oak:
"In the tranquil embrace of nature's tapestry, nestled by a meandering river, stood the beloved vessel named River Oak. A concrete canoe with a heart as warm as a cozy cottage, she embodied the spirit of rustic charm and timeless elegance."
River Oak
In 2017, River Oak competed at Université Laval in Québec City, Québec.
Cleopatra
In 2016, Cleopatra competed at McGill University in Montréal, Québec.
A memoire for Cleopatra:
"In the realm of ancient wonders, where history and legend entwine, floated Cleopatra, a concrete canoe with a regal presence. She bore the name of a queen, embodying the allure and grace that echoed through the sands of time."
A memoire for Leviathan:
"From the abyssal depths arose Leviathan, a concrete canoe of chilling might. Like a mythical sea monster, she prowled the tumultuous seas, striking fear into the hearts of all who crossed her path. With each ominous journey, she unleashed the secrets of the dark abyss."
Leviathan
In 2015, Leviathan Competed at the University of Toronto in Toronto, Ontario.
Danger Zone
In 2014, Danger Zone competed at Université de Sherbrooke in Sherbrooke, Québec.
A memoire for Danger zone:
"Danger Zone, a formidable concrete canoe, reigned with a dangerous allure. With each pulse-racing journey, a trail of awe and exhilaration was left. Danger and excitement converged, beckoning only the boldest souls to join her treacherous voyage."