Basic swimming ability is a fundamental requirement in any meaningful attempt to eliminate drowning in Canada.
The Lifesaving Society offers training programs from learn-to-swim through advanced lifesaving, lifeguarding and leadership. Contact your local municipal pool, Y, summer camp, school, college or university or check Find a Course.
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The Lifesaving Society Bronze Medallion was first earned by Canadian lifesavers in 1896. The Medallion first went into space in 1998 in the pocket of Canadian astronaut, and former lifeguard and lifesaving instructor, Dr. Dave Williams.
