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 legal minimum age in Ontario for lifeguards, assistant lifeguards, and aquatic instructors and coaches is 16 years. National Lifeguard is the only recognized lifeguard certificate.
