Ontario Lifeguards

• Lack of lifeguards at Victoria Beach in Cobourg, Ont. this summer prompts concerns

  According to Brian Geerts, director of community services for the Town of Cobourg, the removal of lifeguard services at Victoria Beach this summer will save $114,000.

  Economy

  Jun 21, 2023
  
• Ontario lowers minimum age for lifeguarding to 15

  The minimum age requirement was previously 16, and the province said the change aligns with updated requirements from the Lifesaving Society's certification course.

  Canada

  Jun 2, 2023
  
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• Ontario parents frustrated with lack of swimming lessons amid lifeguard shortage

  The situation has left some affected parents frustrated that their children won't be able to participate in city-run swim lessons this fall.

  Canada

  Sep 27, 2022
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• Lifeguard shortages impacting pools, water programs across Canada

  Municipalities across Canada are grappling with lifeguard shortages as city pools and beaches open for the summer.

  Canada

  Jun 24, 2022