Canoe racing will be a feature sport during the upcoming Independence Day celebrations.
The Port Moresby Canoe Racing Association received funding support to host the activity.
Receiving the cheque from the representatives of the PNG Chinese Association, President of POM Canoe Racing, Kila Gulo-Vui, said canoe racing is much loved by coastal Papua New Guineans.
"I am grateful for this assistance as it is the launching pad for yet another successful staging of the canoe racing festival," said Gulo-Vui.
PNG Chinese Association representatives said they are part of the city and the assistance signifies their appreciation for the people of Port Moresby.
Canoes will compete in A, B and C grade divisions.
Canoe owners are urged to register their participation for the 15th and 16th of September.