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Possible Shipping Delays Due to Canada Post Strike
New Survey on Swim for Life & Canadian Swim Patrol Programs
Apr
17
2023 National Lifeguard Mandatory Update
LIFESAVING SOCIETY NATIONAL LIFEGUARD MANDATORY UPDATE Lifesaving Society Canada has updated the National Lifeguard program following a review to make sure its curriculum and performance standards remain current, relevant, and grounded in the competencies…
Apr
03
2023 Easter Closure Notice
The Lifesaving Society Alberta and Northwest Territories Branch will be closed for the Easter Holiday on April 7 and April 10. Our office will re-open on April 11, 2023. Please ensure to place all orders early to accommodate for the office closure....
Mar
24
2023 Simulated Emergency Response Competition
Please note that there has been an update to the schedule of events for the Simulated Emergency Response Competition. It is now starting slightly earlier than previously noted. Please review the Event Package for the updated schedule. Event…
Feb
22
Update to Lifesaving Society First Aid Naming Conventions
Workplace First Aid Approval Levels Both Alberta and the Northwest Territories have adopted Canadian Standards Association (CSA) workplace first aid standardized content into workplace first aid programs. With this comes an attempt to harmonize…
Dec
15
Swim Transition Update: Deadline Extension June 30, 2022
Lifesaving Society Canada is extending the deadline for Red Cross-certified individuals who wish to transition to Lifesaving Society certifications through the special pathways established for the nationwide Swim Transition. See full communication here.…
Sep
13
Queen Elizabeth II Platinum Jubilee Medals - Nominations Open until September 25, 2022
The Queen Elizabeth II's Platinum Jubilee Medal (Alberta) was created to mark the 70th anniversary of Her Majesty's Accession to the throne as Queen of Canada. The overall purpose of the medal program is to recognize individuals who have made significant…
Feb
23
Calling all Lifesaving Sport Officials and Volunteers!
It's no joke - the Pool Lifesaving Championships & Junior Games will be here this April 2-3! The Lifesaving Society Alberta and Northwest Territories Branch is grateful for the opportunity to hold the Pool Lifesaving Championships & Junior Games at the…
Jan
13
Canadian Red Cross Retiring Swim and Lifeguard Programming - Recommends Program Delivery Partners Transition to the Lifesaving Society
It truly is the end of an era. The Canadian Red Cross has decided to wind down its swim and lifeguard programming over the course of 2022, allowing the organization to focus on other surging humanitarian issues. [view the press release] Whether you learned…
Dec
02
Lifesaving Society Winter Raffle!
This winter you can support the Lifesaving Society's drowning prevention initiatives by purchasing a 50/50 raffle ticket. The draw will take place on December 24, and the winner will receive half of the ticket sales. When you purchase tickets, you…
Nov
17
Affiliate Webinars
Every quarter, the Lifesaving Society hosts Affiliate Webinars. These webinars are a chance to connect with other affiliates in your zone, get updates from the Society, and ask questions. This November the Society will also be joined by RFP, who will…
Oct
28
3 Year Water-Related Injury Analysis of the Northwest Territories Published by the Lifesaving Society
The Lifesaving Society, Alberta and Northwest Territories Branch is grateful to have had the opportunity to partner with the Injury Prevention Centre to complete a 3 year water-related injury analysis of the Northwest Territories. The analysis reviewed…
Jul
28
20 Year Analysis on Drowning
Did you know that for every 1 fatal drownings there are 6 non-fatal drownings? This is one of the findings from a recent 20 year analysis of drownings in Alberta completed by the Lifesaving Society of Alberta and the Northwest Territories in partnership…
Jul
13
New Study Shows an Increase in Drowning For Those 65+
The Journal of Aging and Health 2021 recently published a study that found that older adults, those 65+, have been drowning at increasing rates. In their study Exploring a Hidden Epidemic: Drowning Among Adults Aged 65 Years and Older researchers Tessa…
Jul
07
World Triathlon Championship Series - Call for Volunteer Lifeguards!
Volunteer for the World Triathlon Championship Series event in Hawrelak Park, Edmonton, August 20-22 The best triathletes in the world are coming back to Edmonton this August! World Triathlon Edmonton is hosting the World Triathlon Championship Finals…
Jun
28
Missed the June Affiliate Webinars? View the Recording Now!
We know that things have been busy for our members, so we made sure to record our most recent Affiliate Webinars. ...
Jun
11
Alberta Enters Stage 2 of Reopening Plan
Today a number of restrictions across Alberta have been eased as the province moves forward with its reopening plan. While we are still waiting on the publishing of the latest Public Health Order which will provide additional clarity and set the expectations…
May
07
Limited Time Offer! Order a personalized Lifesaving Society Tumbler
The Lifesaving Society is offering personalized tumblers with a powder coated finish that is vacuum-insulated with a liner that maintains optimal drinking temperatures. Made with a stainless steel dual wall construction and lead-free vacuum seal. Features…
Apr
22
Director Recruitment
The Lifesaving Society Alberta and Northwest Territories Branch is actively recruiting for 2 Director positions: 1 - Volunteer Director - Corporate Secretary 1 - Volunteer Director – At Large Please review the recruitment package if you are interested…
Apr
21
The Lifesaving Society Alberta & Northwest Territories is hiring!
The Lifesaving Society Alberta and Northwest Territories is looking to hire the following positions: Community Water Smart® Advisor 2 Full Time Positions (1 Position - Banff, 1 Position - Yellowknife) Term of Position: May 10 – August 31, 2021…
Apr
13
Lifejacket Loaner Station Start of Season Call!
Spring is here and the Lifesaving Society is getting ready for another busy summer season. A major part of the season for many communities will be getting Lifejacket Loaner Stations ready. The Lifesaving Society will be hosting our annual start-of-season…