Quebec Lifesaving Society

• Experts call for caution after 5 drownings since Friday in Quebec

  As construction holiday begins in Quebec, experts are warning people to be cautious while in or around water.

  Canada

  Jul 25, 2022
  
• Calls for caution after diving accident kills man in Laval

  There are calls for caution after a 41-year-old man died over the weekend after he dove into the shallow end of a residential swimming pool.

  Canada

  Jul 13, 2022
  
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• Quebec government to cover costs to become a lifeguard amid shortages

  To try and avoid future shortages, Minister for Education Isabelle Charest announced courses to become a lifeguard and instructor will be free.

  Canada

  Jun 22, 2022
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• Body of missing swimmer recovered from Pontbriand Lake Sunday morning

  While an  investigation is underway to determine the cause and circumstances surrounding the man's death, Sûreté du Québec spokesperson Stéphane Tremblay said swimming inexperience and alcohol may have been contributing factors.

  Canada

  Aug 12, 2018
• Studies suggest new Canadians don’t know how to swim compared to those born here

  About 20 per cent of new Canadians don't have any swimming skills, while for those born here the figure is less than five per cent.

  Canada

  Jul 31, 2018
• Water safety expert shares tips during National Drowning Prevention Week

  Raynald Hawkins from the Quebec Lifesaving Society joined Global's Andrea Howick to discuss important water safety tips.

  Canada

  Jul 19, 2017
• Father dead, son in critical condition after being found in hotel pool

  The father and son, who are from the U.S., were found in the pool at the Marriott Residence Inn.

  Canada

  Apr 21, 2016
• ‘He’s a hero’: Missing Chambly paddler remembered by father

  As the search continues for 19-year-old Remy Nolet after he fell in the Chambly Basin, his father reflected on his son's heroism.

  Canada

  May 6, 2015