Volunteers Wanted: Lifesaving Sport Working Group

The Lifesaving Canada is seeking volunteers to apply for two of the Sport Commission's working groups - the Coach & Officials Working Group, and the Technical Working Group. Full descriptions of both groups can be found below!

To apply, please submit a letter of interest indicating your group of choice, along with a resume, to Dave Vaillancourt at dvaillancourt@lifesaving.ca.

Applications must be submitted by October 19, 2025. 

 

Coach and Officials Working Group

Purpose:

To contribute to the development of Lifesaving Sport in Canada with specific focus on programs and activities that support the Long-Term Athlete Development (LTAD) plan. 

Skill Set and Knowledge Areas:

  1. Experience as an athlete, coach, official, or manager in any sport.
  2. Knowledge of Lifesaving Sport is an asset.
  3. Knowledge of program development and project delivery is an asset.
  4. Ability to communicate in both English and French is an asset.

Full Job Description

 

Technical Working Group

Purpose:

To contribute to the research, development, and implementation of technical rules related to Lifesaving Sport in Canada. 

Skill Set and Knowledge Areas:

  1. Experience as an athlete, coach, official, or manager in any sport.
  2. Knowledge of Lifesaving Sport is an asset.
  3. Knowledge of technical rules development, standards, or event management is an asset.
  4. Ability to communicate in both English and French is an asset.

Full Job Description