Basic swimming ability is a fundamental requirement in any meaningful attempt to eliminate drowning in Canada.
The Lifesaving Society offers training programs from learn-to-swim through advanced lifesaving, lifeguarding and leadership. Contact your local municipal pool, Y, summer camp, school, college or university.
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CPR minimizes the possibility of brain damage by supplying oxygen to the brain, but the heart won't start beating again without defibrillation. The possibility of successful resuscitation declines 7-10% with each minute that passes without defibrillation. After 12 minutes, less than 2-5% of victims will live.
