Lifesaving Society Ontario - North Halton

08/20/2026

Summer isn’t over yet! There’s still plenty of time for safe water activities. If you’ll be paddleboarding soon, keep these tips in mind:

🦺 Always wear a PFD or lifejacket. Make sure your PFD fits properly and is approved by Transport Canada.
🏄🏻 Ensure your paddleboard has a leash. If you fall in, it will prevent the board from drifting away and leaving you stranded in open water.
🌦️ Check the weather and tides before you go out on the water.
🚫 Avoid substances. Alcohol and other substances severely impair your judgement and reaction time, increasing the risk of drowning.

For more water safety advice, click this link: https://www.lifesaving.bc.ca/watersmart-education/

08/17/2026

We put our Pay it forward life jacket clinic on hold this year but we were happy to still be able to donate a few locally to The Holy Cow Canoe rental company out of Prospect Park in Acton.

They see a lot of people come with their own boats and boards without the proper lifesaving equipment on them. Now the company has some extras to lend out, helping keep people safe while they enjoy the water. 💦 Town of Halton Hills
Lifesaving Society Ontario

08/14/2026

We’re on a mission to help students get from school to the pool to participate in our Swim to Survive program and learn lifesaving skills. Rising transportation costs are making it difficult for some students, but so far, with your generous support, we’ve raised $2125! That’s enough for 177 bus rides. Thank you! If you’d like to help a child get on a bus and give them the opportunity to participate, donate here: https://ow.ly/bAVF50ZmrRI

08/08/2026

Parks Canada we respect how honest you are with your signage for guests, enjoying the trails and water in Tobermory, ON
We hope that every person stopped to read the sign. 

08/07/2026

A very cool initiative in Halton Hills

🛶 Throughout July and August, stop by the Acton or Georgetown Youth Centre to pick up a 1-hour FREE pass to rent equipment at Holy Cow Canoe!

Whether you’re interested in paddleboarding, kayaking, or canoeing – we’ve got you covered. Pick up a pass during regular Youth Centre hours. Redeem your pass at Holy Cow Canoe (Fairy Lake Boat Launch, Acton) on either Saturday or Sunday throughout the Summer during regular business hours.

This program is supported by Jumpstart. Waivers must be signed as per Holy Cow Canoe’s policy.

08/05/2026

The Society recently published a new safety standard on personal electronic devices for aquatic staff. This standard outlines best practices for guards who are on or off rotation. We encourage you to read and implement the standard at your facility: https://ow.ly/YWaH50ZoBEw

07/31/2026

Not all heroes wear capes! Today we celebrate lifeguards who trained diligently to protect our water and work hard every shift to keep everyone safe. Thank you.

07/23/2026

Drowning is fast and silent. Children can drown in seconds.
Keep your child safe by:

✅ Staying within arm’s reach of young children near water.
✅ Don’t assume someone else is watching.
✅ Put your phone away and avoid distractions.
✅ Take turns being the water watcher.

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07/23/2026

19% of fatal drownings in Ontario were related to boating. If you’re hitting the water this summer, prepare for a safe boating experience by:
✔️ Having your boating license
✔️ Ensuring everyone’s wearing a lifejacket
✔️ Staying sober while on the water
✔️ Checking the weather frequently
For more boating tips that could save a life, visit our website: https://ow.ly/l10y50ZeGji |

07/21/2026

We've got an exciting week coming up! National Drowning Prevention Week is next week, and Society staff and volunteers will be all around Ontario raising awareness. Are you attending any of these events?