About Us
Born on the Lake.
Built for the Bold.
Premium year-round adventures on Shuswap Lake. Founded by lake enthusiasts with decades of expertise and SVOP certification.
Shawn
Co-founder & Lake Captain
SVOP-Certified Captain — Licensed for paid-passenger operations on Shuswap Lake. This certification is your assurance of professional expertise and regulatory compliance.
Based in Sicamous, Shawn founded Sicriderz to bring premium water experiences to the community. He knows every cove, current, and perfect launch point on Shuswap.
His passion? Building adventures that respect the lake, empower guests, and celebrate the water lifestyle.
When you book with Rent It, you're booking expertise.
Drew
Co-founder & Brand Lead
Based in Calgary, Drew brings tech, design, and strategic thinking to Rent It. He's building the digital experience that makes booking adventures as smooth as the water.
With a background in tech and brand, Drew's mission is to turn Rent It into the premium choice for Shuswap Lake adventures.
His passion? Creating systems that let captains focus on guests, and letting guests focus on adventure.
When you experience Rent It, you're experiencing strategy.
Why SVOP Matters
Small Vessel Operator Proficiency
What It Means
SVOP is a Transport Canada certification for operators of commercial passenger vessels. It requires marine training, first aid, and continuous safety standards.
Your Advantage
When Shawn is captain, you're on a legally licensed, professionally-managed vessel. No shortcuts. No exceptions. Just safety, expertise, and premium service.
SVOP certification is a competitive moat for Rent It. Most rental companies can't legally carry paying passengers. We can. That's why we're different.
Our Mission
Premium Year-Round Adventures on Shuswap
Premium Gear
Only the best. 2021 Nautique, Radinn jets, Bakcou ebikes. No compromises.
Local Expertise
Sicamous-based captains who know the lake intimately. Decades of experience.
Safety First
SVOP certification, life jackets, safety briefings, professional standards.
Year-Round
Summer boats & boards. Fall/winter sauna & cold plunge. Always open.
Where We Are
Sicamous, BC
Address
938 Seed Frontage Rd
Sicamous, BC V0E 2S0
Hours
Summer: 7 AM – 8 PM daily
Winter: By appointment
Contact
+1 (825) 559-0038
info@rentitrentals.ca
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