The Regional Government of Madeira has awarded public commendations to several athletes, coaches, and associations for their excellent results at the 1st Stage of the ICF Ocean Racing World Cup 2026.
The Regional Government Council of Madeira, meeting in plenary on May 28, 2026, decided to grant public commendations to athletes, coaches, and sports institutions for their remarkable performance at the 1st Stage of the ICF Ocean Racing World Cup 2026, in the ocean racing canoeing specialty. The athletes were distinguished for the following results:
The commendations extend to the respective coaches, the mentioned clubs, and the Regional Canoeing Association of Madeira, recognizing the prestige they brought to the Autonomous Region of Madeira.
The Regional Government has authorized financial aid to two organizations to support Madeirans and Portuguese descendants in vulnerable situations in Venezuela.
The Autonomous Region of Madeira has allocated a total of 95 thousand euros in humanitarian aid to four institutions supporting Madeirans and Portuguese descendants in Venezuela.
Two program contracts approved to support social inclusion and professional development projects in Madeira.