The 8th Canoe Sprint National Championship, organized by the National Association for Canoeing and Kayaking in Sri Lanka (NACKSL), culminated in Jaffna, offering a novel experience. For the first time, the events took place in the captivating waters off Jaffna Fort from 14th to 16th September 2024. When the Sri Lanka Army clinched the championship, the Sri Lanka Navy secured the runner up title.