May 06
2024

Direct Delivery Course Calendar: July - December 2024

Direct Delivery Course Calendar: July - December 2024

We've now finalized our direct delivery course schedule for the latter half of 2024. Between July and December 2024, we'll be offering a total of eight in-person and online Trainer Original and Trainer Recertification courses. A description and registration…

May 02
2024

Lifejacket Loaner Stations 2024 Start-of-Season Call

Lifejacket Loaner Stations 2024 Start-of-Season Call

With summer now just around the corner, it's almost time to start opening up our Lifejacket Loaner Stations! On May 29, The Lifesaving Society will be hosting a virtual start-of-season call at 1:30pm! This meeting is open to communities who have previously…

Apr 26
2024

2024 Affiliate Price List Now Available

The Lifesaving Society Alberta and Northwest Territories Branch's 2024 Affiliate Price List is now available. As explained in the latest edition of Ripples, and in our November 30 communique, our item prices will remain the same as they were in 2023,…

Apr 24
2024

New Aquatics Health & Safety Awareness Campaign from AMHSA

New Aquatics Health & Safety Awareness Campaign from AMHSA

The Alberta Municipal Health and Safety Association has released an Aquatics Health & Safety campaign, which is designed to raise awareness of slips, trips, and falls for those working around pools. We are proud to have supported AMHSA on this project,…

Apr 18
2024

Register Now for Our 2024 AGM and Branch Recognition Awards

Register Now for Our 2024 AGM and Branch Recognition Awards

The Lifesaving Society and Northwest Territories Branch invites you to attend our Annual General Meeting and Branch Recognition Awards on June 14! At this event, we gather to recognize and celebrate our collaborative efforts to reduce drowning and water-related…

Apr 15
2024

Volunteers Needed for Casino Fundraiser this May!

The Lifesaving Society is urgently seeking volunteers to help out at our upcoming casino fundraiser. We're incredibly grateful to everyone who has already volunteered, and we only have a few - very important! - positions left to fill. This year's event…

Apr 09
2024

First Aid Mandatory Update - Timeline

In May 2024, the Lifesaving Society Alberta and Northwest Territories Branch will be launching our new First Aid materials as well as a mandatory update for all Lifesaving First Aid Instructors and Trainers. Below, we've summarized our timeline for the…

Mar 28
2024

National Lifesaving Sport Awards are Back!

After a hiatus from 2020 - 2022, the National Sport Commission of the Lifesaving Society of Canada is pleased to announce the return of the annual National Lifesaving Sport Awards! These awards recognize the performances of Lifesaving Sport athletes…

Mar 25
2024

Registration Open: Canadian Pool Lifesaving Championships 2024

Registration Open: Canadian Pool Lifesaving Championships 2024

Registration is now open for the 2024 Canadian Pool Lifesaving Championships! This year, the competition will be held at from June 7 - 9 at Saanich Commonwealth Place in Victoria, BC! Any interested clubs or competitors must register by Tuesday,…

Mar 19
2024

Technical Officials Needed for 2024 Provincials!

Technical Officials Needed for 2024 Provincials!

We are still looking for volunteers to fill technical officials positions at the upcoming 2024 Provincial Pool Lifesaving Championships and Junior Games! The following positions are still available: Turn Judge Timer Equipment Handler Marshall Runner…

Mar 12
2024

Join Us at Our Southern Alberta Training Conference this Spring!

Join Us at Our Southern Alberta Training Conference this Spring!

In an effort to build capacity in Alberta and the Northwest Territories, the Lifesaving Society will be hosting our first-ever training conference in Lethbridge from April 22 - May 9. Our Southern Alberta Training Conference will be held alongside the…

Feb 29
2024

Call for Interest: AB/NWT Lifesaving Sport Athlete Representative

Call for Interest: AB/NWT Lifesaving Sport Athlete Representative

The Lifesaving Society Canada Sport Commission is looking for an athlete representative from each provincial and territorial Branch across the country. Working closely with the National Athlete Representative, this volunteer group will have the opportunity…

Feb 21
2024

2024 Provincials: Call for Key Officials

2024 Provincials: Call for Key Officials

The Lifesaving Society Alberta and Northwest Territories is looking for key officials to volunteer for the 2024 Provincial Pool Lifesaving Championships and Junior Games. We currently have the following positions available: Meet Manager Chief Referee…

Feb 15
2024

Now Recruiting for Our 2024 National Trainer Course

Now Recruiting for Our 2024 National Trainer Course

The Lifesaving Society Alberta and Northwest Territories branch will be running a free National Trainer course and workshop from April 13 - 14 at Emerald Hills Leisure Centre in Sherwood Park. We're looking for experienced Trainers who are interested…

Feb 13
2024

Save the Date! 2024 Provincials this April!

We're excited to announce that the dates and location for the 2024 Alberta and Northwest Territories Pool Lifesaving Championships and Junior Games are now confirmed! These Championships are open to Lifesaving Sport clubs and registered athletes from…

Feb 12
2024

Athlete Selection Criteria for LWC 2024 Now Available!

In preparation for the 2024 Lifesaving World Championships, Lifesaving Society Canada has released their athlete eligibility and selection criteria. The selected athletes will form one National Open Team and one National Youth Team. The full selection…

Jan 17
2024

Lifeguard Leadership Survey Now Available to Complete

We're interested in receiving feedback from our affiliates regarding the staff structure, roles, responsibilities, and training at their facilities, specifically related to lifeguarding positions (referred to as Senior Lifeguards within the survey for…