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.
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Drowning is still a leading cause of unintentional death for Canadians under 60 years of age, surpassed only by motor vehicle collisions and poisoning.
