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Jan
20
Update to Policies & Procedures
With the new guidelines and content established for Workplace Approved First Aid Programs, the Lifesaving Society has update its Policies and Procedures document to reflect these changes. Outlines of the changes are highlighted in the First Aid Programs…
Jan
18
Drop Drownings Event!
The Lifesaving Society Alberta and Northwest Territories invites you to join us for our first Drop Drownings Event!Drop Drownings was first hosted in Vancouver, BC in conjunction with the World Conference on Drowning Prevention in 2017. The event is…
Jan
16
2020 AB/NWT Pool Lifesaving Championships and Junior Games
Registration is now open for the 2020 AB/NWT Pool Lifesaving Championships and Junior Games. Please register your club athletes and coaches as soon as possible. These Championships are open to affiliate lifesaving clubs and registered athletes from…
Jan
14
2020 Canadian Lifesaving Championships: Officials Expression of Interest
The Lifesaving Society Canada is calling for volunteers for the Canadian Lifesaving Championships (CLERC, CPLCs and CSLCs). The three Canadian Championships each has an expression of interest section where you indicate your interest in positions outside…
Jan
14
Lifeguard Emergency Response Championships Registration now OPEN!
This competition includes three events that Lifeguard Teams compete to show assessment, first aid and water rescue skills. Event descriptions and rules can be found in the new Alberta and Northwest Territories Lifeguard Emergency Response Competition…
Jan
13
Call for Volunteers: Lifesaving Sport Commissioner
The Lifesaving Society Canada is currently seeking a volunteer to lead the Lifesaving Sport activity centre and projects as assigned by the Board of Directors. Reporting to the Board of Directors (or designate), the Lifesaving Sport Commissioner will…
Dec
17
Legal Advisor - Job Posting
The Lifesaving Society Canada is seeking a highly motivated, dedicated volunteer to join the National Board of Directors in the position of Legal / Corporate Secretary. Job Posting - EN Job Posting - FR Resumes and expressions of interest should be…
Dec
06
Call for Officials for the 2020 Alberta & Northwest Territories Pool Lifesaving Championships and Junior Games
The Lifesaving Society is currently recruiting Officials for the upcoming Alberta and Northwest Territories Pool Lifesaving Championships and Junior Games which will take place Friday April 3 - Sunday April 5, 2020 at Max Bell Regional Aquatic Centre…
Nov
27
Fall Forum 2019
Missed Fall Forum 2019?? Check out the presentations from: 1. Welcome & Society Updates - Kelly Carter, Executive Director, Lifesaving Society 2. Underwater Surveillance Systems and the Impact on Lifeguard Surveillance at Peter Hemingway Fitness…
Nov
20
Call for Volunteers: Max Bell Invitational Meet
The University of Lethbridge is seeking Officials and Volunteers for the upcoming Max Bell Invitational Meet. This event will be taking place November 30 & December 1, 2019 at the Max Bell Regional Aquatic Centre at the University of Lethbridge in…
Nov
13
Casino 2020!
The Lifesaving Society is currently looking for volunteers for our biannual casino on January Wednesday 29th and Thursday January 30th, 2020! The casino will be held at the Yellowhead Casino (Edmonton NW). No prior experience is necessary and there…
Oct
21
Pool/Community Officials Course
Pool/Community Officials Course The Lifesaving Society is hosting a Pool/Community Officials Course! This course provides volunteers with competitive officiating skills. Volunteers are trained to act as a: Marshall, Announcer, Timer, Runner, Equipment…
Oct
16
Updated Lifesaving Sport Coach 1 Course
The Lifesaving Society is excited to announce that Sport Coach 1 is ready to transition to the new leadership model. The updated program aligns to the Lifesaving Society Leadership Model and aligns delivery across Canada. Implementation Action Timeframe…
Oct
16
Update to Workplace First Aid Programs
The Lifesaving Society has been advised by the Government of Alberta of required changes to workplace first aid programs. The current changes will result in additional program content (as defined by the Government of Alberta) and will impact minimum…
Oct
16
ACTAR Product Update
We regret to inform you that we will be discontinuing our ACTAR product line effective December 31, 2019. As you are aware the Lifesaving Society has tried to find an alternative supplied for ACTAR products but all attempts have been unsuccessful. Over…
Oct
16
Alberta and Northwest Territories Competition Manual - 2019 Edition
The Alberta and Northwest Territories Competition Manual- Rules Standards and Procedures for Alberta and Northwest Territories Sanctioned Competition, Championships and Games - 2019 Edition, First Printing is now available for affiliate clubs, coaches,…
Oct
16
Fall Forum 2019
The Lifesaving Society Alberta and Northwest Territories Branch invites you to join us for an exciting day of presentations during the 2019 Fall Forum which will be held on Friday, November 15, 2019 in Calgary at the Four Points by Sheraton Calgary…
Sep
13
Lifesaving Society Canada releases 2019 Canadian Drowning Report
The Lifesaving Society Canada has released the 2019 Canadian Drowning Report. This report reinforces the need for ongoing action and attention to prevent drowning, an important public health issue. Annually over 400 Canadians drown each year. This is…
Aug
28
2019 Festival of Lifesaving Team Selected!
The Lifesaving Society Alberta and Northwest Territories would like to send a huge congratulations to all of the athletes selected for Canada’s National Team and Development Team for the 2019 Festival of Lifesaving in Leeds, UK. The National Team…
Aug
28
First Annual Coach Symposium!
We are pleased to announce our first annual Coach Symposium! This unique event is designed as a professional development and networking opportunity for individuals who coach Junior Lifeguard Clubs in their community! This event is designed for coaches…