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Apr
12
The Return to Step 1 for Swimming Pools in Alberta
On April 6, 2021, the Government of Alberta announced that due to COVID-19 variant of concerns and increased viral spread across the province that public health restrictions would be re-imposed. Chief Medical Officer of Health Order (CMOH) 08-2021…
Mar
17
Swim Alberta joins forces with Lifesaving Society for next phase of We Are Ready
The campaign, which continues with the launch of one of three new videos, encourages an evidence-based approach to reopening pools, highlights mental health and wellness, and reinforces that facilities are ready to safely welcome back swimmers. In the…
Mar
03
Ruth Lee Pool Rescue Manikins Now Available!
The Lifesaving Society Alberta and Northwest Territories now has Ruth Lee Pool Rescue Manikins for sale. The Ruth Lee Pool Rescue manikins feature a revolutionary design that will innovate First Aid, Lifesaving, and Lifeguard Training. The Ruth Lee…
Feb
09
The Path Forward for Swimming Pools in Alberta - Step 1 Update
Yesterday, the Government of Alberta moved to Step 1 of the Path Forward, and CMOH Order 02-2021 was issued. This order officially permits some business activities to resume. Affiliate Delivery Partners are encouraged to review the order and its…
Feb
03
Lifesaving World Championships 2022 - Confirmation of Revised Competition Dates
As you know the Lifesaving World Championships that were planned to take place in September 2020 in Riccione, Italy, had to be rescheduled to 2022 because of the COVID-19 Pandemic. In the attached letter you find the confirmation of the revised…
Feb
03
The Path Forward for Swimming Pools in Alberta
On January 29, 2021, the Government of Alberta announced the path forward outlining the steps to be taken in easing public health measures and restrictions for the re-start of businesses in various sectors. Since then, more information has been…
Jan
22
Update on Lifesaving Society Certifications
Certifications in Alberta No certification extensions were issued following the announcement of province wide mandatory restrictions including the closure of recreation and fitness facilities put into effect on December 13, 2020. Now that we know…
Jan
21
COVID-19: Guidance on Indoor ventilation during the pandemic
The Public Health Agency of Canada (PHAC) has developed a guide to inform Canadians about how indoor ventilation, in combination with other recommended public health measures, can reduce the spread of COVID-19. This guide provides practical tips on how…
Dec
23
Canada’s Barbara Costache A Candidate For ILS Secretary General in 2021
Lifesaving Society Canada is pleased to announce that Barb Costache from Alberta is running as a candidate for the position ILS Secretary General. Barb formally submitted her application form on December 15, 2020. Barb most recently served in a professional…
Dec
09
Recreation and Fitness Centres ordered closed in Alberta as Government Imposes New Public Health Restrictions
On December 8, 2020, Alberta’s Premier announced a series of new public health restrictions that apply province wide. Below we have highlighted some of the restrictions that impact our members most significantly. All indoor and outdoor…
Dec
01
2021 Price List Released
In consideration of the economic climate due to the COVID-19 pandemic, there were no price increases in 2020 to program exam fees, recognition materials, or literature. Throughout 2020 the Lifesaving Society experienced a significant decline in…
Nov
26
COVID-19 Update: State of Public Health Emergency Declared
On November 24, 2020 the Province of Alberta declared a State of Public Health Emergency. As a result, additional targeted restrictions were announced for areas on the enhanced list (See Government of Alberta www.alberta.ca/covid19). While we have…
Nov
19
Northwest Territories Lifesaving Society Certification Extensions
The Lifesaving Society had previously announced the one-time extension of certifications for Members as a result of COVID-19. Since the Government of Northwest Territories has started to issue exemptions allowing specific swimming pools who have been…
Nov
19
Fall Forum 2020: Save the Date & Call for Presenters
The Lifesaving Society will host a FREE Fall Forum this year on December 10, 2020. This year's Fall Forum will celebrate and share some of the challenges, learnings, and successes experienced by Affiliate Delivery Partners in response to COVID-19. …
Nov
13
New Targeted Public Health Restrictions In Alberta
On November 12, 2020 the Province of Alberta enacted new targeted public health restrictions. These restrictions were put in place for communities that are on the enhanced list (see www.alberta.ca/covid19 for further detail) and go into effect…
Oct
15
2020 Northern Canada Drowning Report
The 2020 Drowning Report for Northern Canada is now available on the Lifesaving Society website. Members will find that drownings increased slightly in 2017 compared with 2016 but are still lower than annual figures reported in 2008 through 2015. …
Oct
02
Face Mask FAQ & Updates to Re-Activating Aquatics in Alberta
Face Mask FAQ Following the publication of the Mask Flowchart Information Bulletin, the Lifesaving Society of Alberta and Northwest Territories has worked closely with our medical advisor to create the Face Mask FAQ reference document. This additional…
Oct
01
Transport Canada Survey on Lifejacket Use
A key component of the Lifesaving Society's annual Water Smart® education campaign is messaging around choosing and using lifejackets. Drowning data shows that this messaging has had a positive impact, however, there continues to be a high percentage…
Sep
24
New Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Products Available!
To meet the increased needs of our Affiliates due to the COVID-19 pandemic, The Lifesaving Society has expanded its Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Product Line. Please see this brochure for information and pricing regarding our new product line…
Aug
05
Lifesaving Society Organizational Update - August 2020
Message from the CEO COVID-19 has had significant impacts on non-for-profits, charity's, organizations, and communities globally. Many have had to lay staff off, restructure, and re-invent how they do business in order to achieve their mandate. While…