N.S. children brush up on survival swimming skills for National Drowning Prevention Week
Canada’s Lifesaving Society is encouraging residents to brush up on their swimming survival skills. Continue reading
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Most drowning victims are men who were not wearing life-jackets: Alberta report
By Joel Senick Anchor and reporter
A Canadian water safety report states that 27 per cent of drowning victims in Alberta from 2012-2016 were between the ages of 20 and 34. Continue reading
Drowning a winter risk too, says Livesaving Society report
Drowning is often thought of as a tragedy that happens most frequently in summer, but according to a new study by the Lifesaving Society, it’s a year-round threat to Manitobans. Continue reading
Burlington lifeguards recognized for lifesaving efforts
The aquatics staff at Tansley Woods pool were presented with certificates on Monday. Continue reading
Lifesaving Society urging people to boat sober this August long weekend
By Katelyn Wilson Reporter
Across the country, alcohol is a factor in nearly 40 per cent of boating incidents and according to the 2017 Saskatchewan Drowning Report, alcohol is linked to 74 per cent of boating fatalities in the province. Continue reading
34 drownings in 2018 prompt warning from B.C. search and rescue volunteers
By Jon Azpiri Online News Producer
While many people are enjoying the recent stretch of hot summer weather, search and rescue volunteers say there is a dark side. Continue reading
Most boating and drowning deaths involve drinking, says Lifesaving Society
The majority of boaters who drown in Manitoba waterways saw alcohol contribute to their deaths, says the Lifesaving Society. Continue reading
Manitobans reminded about the dangers of water after man drowns
The Lifesaving Society is warning Manitobans about the dangers of man-made ponds after a Winnipeg man drowned in one on Monday. Continue reading
Diving in to help someone struggling to swim should be a last resort: Lifesaving Society
By Neetu Garcha Reporter/Anchor
Four people drowned in B.C. so far this year trying to help someone else, compared to none last year, according to the Lifesaving Society. Continue reading
Manitoba top spot for young children drowning deaths once again
By Amber McGuckin Reporter
The province of Manitoba is once again at the top of the list for drowning deaths for children up to four years old. The third week of July is National Drowning Prevention Week. Continue reading