I would see a dermatologist who can provide a good hand cream to combat the possible excema you have developed. I too get the 'peeling skin' and use a cream called Dermalac that contains lactic acid (as recommended by my dermatologist). They are much better now. You have to ask a pharmacist for it (no prescription required).
I would try not paddling with gloves (I no longer wear them) as this just assists in keeping your hands moist throughout practice which does not help your condition. If you wear them for gripping your paddle try wax or hockey tape instead.
Yes, chalk it up to dirty False Creek water and all that bacteria
