Approximately 100 Canadians die each year while boating. According to a 2021 reportby the Drowning Prevention Research Centre, lifejackets/PFDs (personal floatation devices) were not worn in an overwhelming majority of these preventable deaths.
Transport Canada has opened public consultation for feedback on a proposed legislation that would save lives by requiring recreational boaters to wear a lifejacket/PFD. This legislation could have a tremendous impact on the number of fatal drownings that result from boating accidents, which is why it is crucial to spread the word.
Have Your Say
We need your help! Canadians can participate in Transport Canada’s mandatory wear consultation in many ways. Pick one (or all) of the following to support the Lifesaving Society’s drowning prevention mission and make lifejacket wear mandatory in Canada:
Take the Survey
Participate in this quick survey and support mandatory lifejacket wear for everyone by selecting ‘Yes’ to the final question before November 4, 2024.
Make Your Comments Known
Share your thoughts on the legislation with Transport Canada, or discuss with others, by visiting the "Have Your Say" section at the bottom of this Let’s Talk Transportation webpage.
Send a Letter of Support
Use this letter template to send to Transport Canada to show your support for the legislation before November 4, 2024!
