The ITA has banned Polish canoeist Remigiusz Nowaczyk for three months after he tested positive for cocaine at the FISU World University Canoe Sprint Championship in September 2022. All his results from the event have been disqualified. Moroccan breakdancer Fouad Ambelj, also known as B-boy Lil Zoo, received a four-year ban for refusing to submit to an out-of-competition sample collection in June 2024. All his results since that date have been annulled.

The International Canoe Federation (ICF) has introduced an updated canoe sprint ranking system, effective from 2026, which is expected to be integrated into the qualification pathway for the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic Games. The new system applies across men's and women's kayak and canoe categories. Ranking points can be earned at the Olympic Games, World Championships (multiplier of 1.5), World Cups (multiplier of 1.0), Continental Championships (multiplier of 0.7), and designated world ranking races (multiplier of 0.5). Athletes can record a maximum of five results from five different competitions each year, with one competition needing to be on a different continent. The rankings, divided into four categories (men's and women's kayak, and men's and women's canoe), will be updated within five days of each qualifying event. Athletes will have their first chance to earn points at the ICF Canoe Sprint World Cup events in Szeged (May 16-18) and Poznan (May 22-25).

The International Canoe Federation (ICF) and the United Nations Institute for Training and Research (UNITAR) have signed an agreement to promote Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) through paddle sports. The partnership will leverage canoe slalom venues for urban resilience and sustainable city planning, offering safety training, environmental education, and community outreach. Joint training programs, including the 'Paddlers for Disaster Response' initiative, will enhance flood preparedness and water safety for athletes, volunteers, and emergency services. The collaboration aims to foster positive change, empower communities, and support sports diplomacy, aligning with the IOC's Olympic Agenda 2020+5.

Seven candidates are competing for four available seats on the ASOIF Council, with elections scheduled for June 11, 2025, at the ASOIF General Assembly in Lausanne. Uğur Erdener (World Archery), Sebastian Coe (World Athletics), and Nenad Lalovic (United World Wrestling) are completing their terms. Ingmar De Vos began his role as president on January 1, 2025, and will fill one seat for the remainder of the 2025-2027 term. Candidates include Mohammed Jalood (International Weightlifting Federation), Thomas Konietzko (International Canoe Federation), Nenad Lalovic (United World Wrestling), Ximena Restrepo (World Athletics), Jean-Christophe Rolland (World Rowing), Marco Maria Scolaris (International Federation of Sport Climbing), and Andreas Zagklis (International Basketball Federation). The elected council members will play a role in shaping the format of the Games, including LA28.

The IOC has confirmed canoeing for the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic Games, featuring 16 medal events with full gender parity. The event lineup mirrors Paris 2024, with venues in Long Beach for sprint and Oklahoma City for slalom. 318 athlete quota places will be available, split equally between men and women. Kayak cross will return after its debut in Paris. The 5000m sprint event was not included in the program.