The Missions of the Wooden Canoe Builders' Guild are:

• To preserve the art and craft of wooden canoe bulding.
• To promote high quality workmanship by its members.
• To pass on the skills of wooden canoe building through workshops, courses and apprenticeship programs.
• To preserve the heritage and history of wooden canoes through education and restoration.
• To support and serve its members by providing forums for mutual assistance and collective action.