Central Elgin Beach Rescue - Port Stanley

09/08/2026

The Central Elgin Beach Rescue Team is officially off duty for the 2026 summer season☀️🛟

We appreciate all of the support we’ve received this season and hope you all had wonderful days at the beach!

We are already looking forward to next year!
Stay safe!🌊🩵

08/26/2026

Always check in with a lifeguard for any conditions along the main beach of Port Stanley. Be safe and have fun!🛟☀️

08/08/2026

Be advised Main Beach is posted for high levels of bacteria. We are flying the purple flag to indicate this🟪

🔺Swimming is not advised 🔺

Young children, elderly people, and those with other health conditions may be most at risk. Avoid putting your head in the water or swallowing water & shower with soap and water after.

Learn more about beach water testing and what the results mean: https://www.swpublichealth.ca/beaches

🌊 Main Beach Swimming Advisory 🔺

Please be advised that a swimming advisory is in place and swimming is not recommended at Main Beach following the most recent water quality sampling.

Little Beach and Erie Rest are both green status. ✅

Learn more about beach water testing and what the results mean: https://www.swpublichealth.ca/beaches

07/29/2026

⛺️Tent placement can drastically change the ability for lifeguards to scan each area. This is crucially important on any day, but especially with a busy long weekend upon us. Please report to a lifeguard tower if you have any questions. 🛟

07/29/2026

Come speak to a lifeguard while at the beach!

As summer crowds flock to Port Stanley's beach, a team of trained l...

07/24/2026

Remember to ask a lifeguard about beach conditions. Each day presents differently. Each flag represents something different.
🟩 low hazards, minimal currents
🟨 medium hazards, moderate currents
🟥 high hazards, strong currents
🟪 high bacteria levels

See you at the beach!

07/22/2026

🍦 Community Education Night is almost here! 💙

Join the Elgin County Drowning Prevention Coalition and our amazing community partners for an evening of fun, learning, and family-friendly activities during National Drowning Prevention Week!

📅 Thursday, July 23
🕔 5:00–8:30 PM
📍 Shaw’s Ice Cream (6598 Sunset Dr., St. Thomas)

Come enjoy:
🦺 Lifejacket Fit Clinic
💧 Free water safety resources
🚒 Meet your local first responders
🎉 Games & prizes for the whole family

Whether you’re spending time at the beach, on the boat, or by the pool this summer, a few simple safety steps can save a life. Stop by, ask questions, pick up free resources, and help us build a safer community around the water.

We can’t wait to see you there! 💙

07/22/2026

This week is National Drowning Prevention Week (July 19–25). The Lifesaving Society and one of our lifeguard supervisors, Stephen, are sharing some important water safety tips to help you and your family stay safe while enjoying the water this summer. 🏊‍♀️☀️

Take a few minutes to watch the video and learn how you can be water smart.

Watch the video📹: https://tinyurl.com/sdpfkbyx

Central Elgin Beach Rescue - Port Stanley | Rogers tv Southwest Ontario 🏖🌊

07/19/2026

July 19-25th is the start of national drowning prevention week. The Central Elgin Beach rescue wants to help you prepare to be water smart! Lifesaving Society Ontario Nate MacIntyre Elgin County Drowning Prevention Coalition

07/12/2026

Big shout out to Nate MacIntyre of the Rip Current Information Project Nate MacIntyre With Nate’s vast experience, he has helped our guards and many members of the community learn about rip currents and symptoms to watch out for. Having this knowledge helps to identify hazardous areas on the beach. Always remember “if there’s a dip there’s a rip” and “flip float follow”