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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…
Jun
25
Lifeguard Return to Work In-Service Guide
The Lifesaving Society has released a Lifeguard Return to Work In-Service Guide to assist pools in conducting in-services for new and/or returning personnel during the COVID-19 pandemic. Checklists with 'Must Sees' are included to allow facilities…
Jun
12
COVID-19: Requirement for Re-opening Swimming Pools
On June 12th, 2020, Alberta Health Services released requirements for facility owners and operators for re-opening swimming pools. Owners and operators should call their local public health inspector with AHS to discuss any questions they have about…
Jun
09
COVID-19: Alberta Relaunches Aquatics
Today the Province of Alberta announced that Swimming Pools and Recreation Centres may reopen with restrictions as early as June 12, 2020. More information on this announcement and guidance from the province can be found on the Government of Alberta…
May
20
COVID-19: Update Regarding Pleasure Crafts
Please see the attached communication from Transport Canada regarding measures for pleasure crafts in Northern communities: The Government of Canada announces new measures for pleasure craft in northern communities Transport Canada recognizes the ongoing…
May
14
COVID-19: First Aid Programming Position Statement
All first aid training agencies that provide workplace approved first aid training are required by the Government of Alberta to implement a process to mitigate the spread of Covid-19. As an Approved Workplace First Aid Training Agency the Lifesaving…
May
08
Lifesaving Society Online Learning Academy
To meet your member needs the Alberta and Northwest Territories Branch is excited to announce the launch of our Online Training Academy. The Academy will be the the Society's online training platform. Here you will find courses that are fully delivered…
May
07
2020 Annual General Meeting
Registration to attend the 2020 Virtual Annual General Meeting on June 12, 2020 is now OPEN! Note: This year due to Covid-19 and the restriction on public gatherings we will host a Virtual AGM. Typically we also present our Affiliate and Branch Recognition…