Lifesaving Society BC & Yukon Branch

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It’s the final day of Yukon Appreciation Week!In June, thanks to Commercial Aquatic Supplies and the Swim to Survive gra...
08/28/2026

It’s the final day of Yukon Appreciation Week!

In June, thanks to Commercial Aquatic Supplies and the Swim to Survive grant with Canucks Autism Network, the Dawson City Pool and Trʼondëk Hwëchʼin First Nation received a donation of 24 PFDs.

Another 12 PFDs were donated to a lifejacket loaner station near the George Black Ferry to encourage boaters to use a lifejacket before heading out on the Yukon River.

Wearing a PFD or lifejacket is one of the easiest and most effective ways to prevent drowning. Through these donations, communities in the Yukon can be safe on the water.

Interested in starting or replenishing a lifejacket loaner station? Affiliates and community partners can apply for free lifejackets donated by Bombardier Recreational Products. See our recent Lifeliner newsletter for more details or click this link: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=XqUsp5A3WEKY2E_ETGqp5XF-fqAtnqNLneWLZBy8JMxUN09PQzRBQlJURVFaM1I0REdJM1dONjcySS4u&route=shorturl

On day four of Yukon Appreciation Week, we’re recognizing the 2026 Annual Community Swim Meet!Teams from Faro and Watson...
08/27/2026

On day four of Yukon Appreciation Week, we’re recognizing the 2026 Annual Community Swim Meet!

Teams from Faro and Watson Lake competed against each other in a show of strength, speed, and sportsmanship. Over two days at the Faro Recreation Centre, athletes competed in events such as obstacle courses, throw and tow, and swim relays.

Congratulations to all the competitors and thank you to the Town of Faro for giving swimmers the opportunity to develop and demonstrate their skills!

It’s day three of Yukon Appreciation Week!From Watson Lake to Whitehorse, the Yukon recognized National Drowning Prevent...
08/26/2026

It’s day three of Yukon Appreciation Week!

From Watson Lake to Whitehorse, the Yukon recognized National Drowning Prevention Week.

The City of Whitehorse Aquatics team hosted several events to promote water safety and connect with the public. This included free swims, a pool party, and a learn-to-canoe program. Their first event of the week drew in approximately 200 community members!
Just a few hours away, the Watson Lake Aquatics team offered a summer swim camp that taught kids the fundamentals of water safety.

We’re so thrilled by these amazing teams’ commitment to water safety! Thank you for your support in educating the public about drowning prevention.

We’re back for day two of Yukon Appreciation Week!In June, we hosted a swim camp in City of Dawson, Yukon - Local Govern...
08/25/2026

We’re back for day two of Yukon Appreciation Week!

In June, we hosted a swim camp in City of Dawson, Yukon - Local Government for kids in grades 2-7. Participants learned about water safety practices relevant to their community: understanding river currents, cold water survival, and the rescue ladder. They practiced their Swim to Survive skills and used real equipment to learn how to perform rescues. By the end of the week, the kids were confident in their ability to keep themselves and others safe in the water!

The swim camp, in partnership with Canucks Autism Network, donated PFDs to the Trondek Hwech’in First Nations government. Keep an eye out for more information on this amazing initiative later this week!

08/24/2026

Here at the Lifesaving Society BC & Yukon Branch, it’s Yukon Appreciation Week!

In the summer, the Yukon gets nearly 24 hours of daylight and warm temperatures—meaning a lot of people are recreating in, on, and around waterways. In the winter, as temperatures drop, ice safety skills become vital.

If you’re travelling on the water, make a trip plan and ensure someone knows where you’re going. Always wear a lifejacket or PFD. Swim in supervised areas and/or with a buddy.

There’s more to come for Yukon Appreciation Week, from highlighting swim camps to sharing some amazing NDPW initiatives. Stay tuned!

Summer isn’t over yet! There’s still plenty of time for safe water activities. If you’ll be paddleboarding soon, keep th...
08/19/2026

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

From community events to lifeguarding championships, National Drowning Prevention Week made waves across BC & Yukon last month. 🌊🛟

The week started at Okanagan Lake in Kelowna with our launch ceremony, which brought together government and community leaders. Then, from Monday to Saturday, we set up shop at Kitsilano Beach in Vancouver! We played trivia games, handed out prizes, and educated the public about water safety.

Organizations and municipalities recognized the prevention week through council proclamations, hosting lifejacket fittings, offering the Swim to Survive program, and engaging the public on social media. We were so proud to see the strong commitment to water safety across BC and Yukon!

On July 25th, World Drowning Prevention Day, 19 landmarks lit up blue in support of drowning prevention. At Al Anderson Memorial Pool in Langley, five teams demonstrated their lifesaving skills in the 2026 Barnsley Lifeguarding Championships.

🛟🌊 Thank you to everyone who attended our launch event, engaged with us at Kits Beach, volunteered or competed at Barnsley, posted about NDPW, and promoted water safety during this week. Drowning prevention is a shared responsibility. Let’s unite to turn the tide against drowning!

Mayor Tom Dyas Scott Anderson, Member of Parliament for Vernon-Lake Country-Monashee City of Kelowna City of West Kelowna Interior Health YMCA of Southern Interior BC Dalyce Brandt City of Maple Ridge Provincial Health Services Authority - PHSA Langley City Recreation Vancouver Park Board

During National Drowning Prevention Week, we held two contests: Show Us How You Fit Your Lifejacket and Best NDPW Commun...
08/14/2026

During National Drowning Prevention Week, we held two contests: Show Us How You Fit Your Lifejacket and Best NDPW Community Engagement.

We’re thrilled to announce the winners:
🥇 Show Us How You Fit Your Lifejacket: on Instagram
🥇 Best NDPW Community Engagement: City of Maple Ridge

Thank you to everyone who entered! We loved seeing your lifejacket photos, the amazing events hosted in BC & Yukon, and your clear commitment to water safety.

Stay tuned for more contests in the future!

Last weekend, 35 incredible athletes demonstrated their lifesaving skills at the Schon Cup Surf Lifesaving Championships...
08/12/2026

Last weekend, 35 incredible athletes demonstrated their lifesaving skills at the Schon Cup Surf Lifesaving Championships at Kits Fest. Congratulations to all athletes for their amazing efforts and achievements throughout this event!

We’re proud to recognize the Schon Cup 2026 overall winners:

🥇 Winning club: Pacific Swim Academy
🥇 Junior 12-14 Girls: Nico George (PSA)
🥇 Junior 12-14 Boys: Nihaal Kang (PSA)
🥇 Youth 15-18 Women: Martyna Zukowska (CLC)
🥇 Youth 15-18 Men: Kaleb Wilford (CLC)
🥇 Open Women: Abigail Skinder (PSA)
🥇 Open Men: Joseph Skinder (PSA)

Thank you to the dedicated volunteers and officials for making this event a success. See you next year!

The BC & Yukon Branch office will be closed on Monday, August 3 for BC Day. The office will reopen August 4.Heading out ...
08/03/2026

The BC & Yukon Branch office will be closed on Monday, August 3 for BC Day. The office will reopen August 4.

Heading out on the water this long weekend? Follow these tips to stay safe:
🚫 Avoid substances.
🏊 Choose lifeguard-supervised areas when swimming.
🦺 Wear a lifejacket or PFD when boating.

Click the link in our bio and go to “Be WaterSmart” for more water safety tips!

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