John Kleiber, 1970 – 2025

With deep sadness we share the news of our friend and colleague John Kleiber’s passing. John was a fixture here at Nova Craft Canoe, and the longest serving member of our staff. He came to Nova Craft in 2003 after beginning his career in the outdoors industry at OWL Rafting. You almost certainly encountered John if you were a customer of London’s Paddle Shop, which he has run as Retail Manager for the past 12 years. John was a private but profoundly decent person who brought integrity to everything he did. John loved Rush, The Tragically Hip, walking the Thames Valley Parkway, and, of course, time spent on the water. We will remember him well and miss him often. Rest peacefully, John.