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Seeking Workshop Presenters for AGM 2025
Update to Our "Submit a Course" Page
More 2025 Courses Available for Registration
Feb
18
Practical Training: Understanding Disability in Aquatic Environments
On March 23, Cochrane's SLS Centre will hold a special in-service training session on disability in aquatic environments! The session is facilitated by Tanya Salwach - certified Aquatic Therapist and WATSU Practitioner specializing in complex care,…
Feb
14
Addendum to ABNWT Competition Manual
In addition to the new Lifesaving Sport Canadian Competition Manuals released last week, an addendum has just been made to the Alberta and Northwest Territories Competition Manual. The addendum outlines changes to sections 3.3 (Manikin Carry) and…
Feb
11
Update to Our "Submit a Course" Page
In an effort to make our website more accessible to our members, we have recently implemented some changes, notably to the "Submit a Course" page. Previously, when affiliates wished us to add a course to our website, they would use this page to submit…
Feb
06
New Manuals for Canadian Lifesaving Sport Competitions
Lifesaving Society Canada has just released two new Sport manuals to replace the 2019 Canadian Competition Manual. The standards outlined in these documents will be used at the upcoming Canadian Pool Lifesaving Championship in May, and the Canadian Surf…
Feb
05
Lifesaving Sport: Mid-Season Announcements
With Provincials just around the corner, our Lifesaving Sport community has been very busy lately! With so many new announcements and so little time, we've bundled together a collection of important headlines that we highly recommend checking out! …
Feb
01
Seeking Feedback from Current & Former National Lifeguard Instructors
The Lifesaving Society Canada has released a survey seeking feedback from individuals who have taught at least one (1) National Lifeguard original or recertification course in the past 5 years, for future revision and enhancement of the National Lifeguard…
Jan
31
2025 Provincials Open for Registration!
Registration is now open for the 2025 Alberta and Northwest Territories Pool Lifesaving Championships & Junior Games! These championships are open to all active Lifesaving Sport clubs and registered athletes from across Alberta and the Northwest Territories,…
Jan
27
Call for Volunteers: Training Program Commissioner-Elect
The Lifesaving Society Canada is currently seeking a volunteer to assist in leading the Training Program activity centre and projects. The Lifesaving Society Canada's Training Program Commission contributes to the mission of the Society by developing…
Jan
23
Registration Open: Camrose Tsunami Splash 2025
Registration is now open for the Camrose Tsunami Splash 2025 meet! The meet will run from March 22 - 23 and take place at the Mayer Aquatic Centre. You'll find the meet details summarized below, but we encourage those interested in registering to…
Jan
22
Seeking Workshop Presenters for AGM 2025
We're looking for individuals to host workshops at our Annual General Meeting this June! At last year's AGM, hosted at Calgary's Vivo for Healthier Generations, guests had the opportunity to attend a series of affiliate-run workshops in addition to the…
Jan
14
Registration Open: Drayton Valley Lifesavers 2025 Meet
Registration is now open for the Drayton Valley Lifesavers 2025 meet! The meet will take place on February 22 at the Ricochet Oil Corp. Aquatic Centre. You'll find the meet details summarized below, but we encourage those interested in registering…
Jan
13
Sport Webinar: Mid-Season Club Check-in and Provincials Prep
To our Lifesaving Sport club admins and management, Now that we're halfway through the Sport season, Amy Swedlo will be hosting a webinar to check in with clubs, and to discuss Provincials. This webinar will take place on January 22 at 3pm. Register…
Jan
07
Registration Open: Max Bell Mantas 2025 Lifesaving Sport Competition
Registration is open for the Max Bell Mantas Lifesaving Sport competition! The competition will take place on March 8 - 9 at the Max Bell Regional Aquatic Centre, and will include both Junior (short course) and Open (long course) events. You'll find…
Jan
06
Seeking Individuals with First Aid Training for Research Study
The University of Calgary is seeking participants with first aid training for a third round of research sessions on new pre-hospital choking treatment devices! After the success of the initial August and September sessions, as well as additional sessions…
Dec
23
Registration Open: Wetaskiwin Chill 2025
Our first meet of 2025 is now open for registration! The Wetaskiwin Chill will be held from January 25 - 26 at the Manluk Centre! You'll find the meet details summarized below, but we encourage those interested in registering to please read the full…
Dec
17
More 2025 Courses Available for Registration
As a reminder to our Instructors and Trainers, there's still time to register for some of our upcoming 2025 courses, including in-person and online Trainer Original/Trainer Recertification! We previously announced our 2025 courses back in November, but…
Dec
05
Call for Officials: Canadian Pool & Surf Lifesaving Championships 2025
The Lifesaving Society Canada is looking for volunteers with officiating experience for the 2025 Canadian Pool Lifesaving Championships and Canadian Surf Lifesaving Championships. Canadian Pool Lifesaving Championships (CPLC) The 2025 CPLC will be…
Nov
25
December 3rd is Giving Tuesday!
December 3rd is Giving Tuesday 2024! Giving Tuesday is the world's largest generosity movement. It's a time when businesses, charities, and individual citizens come together to celebrate giving, as well as to thank, help, give, show kindness, and share…
Nov
22
Registration Open for Tri Leisure Blue Fins Candy Cane Meet
We've got another Lifesaving Sport meet coming up next month in Spruce Grove, and it's sure to put you in the holiday spirit! Registration is now open for the Tri Leisure Blue Fins Candy Cane Meet on December 14! You'll find the meet details summarized…
Nov
15
Possible Shipping Delays Due to Canada Post Strike
Please know that, due to the Canada Post strike, any recent or future orders placed with us may be delayed in getting to you. As you may have read in our Fall 2024 edition of Ripples, we had announced some order deadlines if you wished to receive your…