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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For children under 5 years, being alone near water was a factor in 61% of drownings and a momentary absence/lapse of caregiver attention occurred in 53% of drownings.
