Thank you to everyone who joined us in raising awareness about #DrowningPrevention last week! 🏊
• 114 residents learned how to choose and wear a lifejacket.
• 26 swimmers completed a scavenger hunt.
• 86 residents attended our three Drowning Prevention Public Swims.
#NDPW2025 #WaterSafety
🎽 Drowning Prevention Tip: 79% of boating-related drowning victims weren’t wearing a lifejacket. Boating, paddling, or fishing — always wear one. Buckle up and remind others to do the same. It can save a life. 💙 #SaferTogether #NDPW2025
Heading out on the water this weekend? Stay safe and make smart choices.
Many drowning incidents in Ontario happen during recreational boating — and most victims weren’t wearing a lifejacket.
Your lifejacket only works if you wear it. Let’s make it home safe.
#NDPW2025
🚫 Drowning Prevention Tip: Alcohol is a factor in 41% of drownings among young to middle-aged adults. Water and substances don’t mix. Stay sharp, celebrate after the swim, and look out for friends. 💙 #SaferTogether #NDPW2025
Water safety is everyone's responsibility—whether you're boating, swimming, or just enjoying the shoreline. As we recognize #NDPW2025 and #SNPN2025, let's commit to staying vigilant, wearing lifejackets, and respecting water conditions.
📹Captain Chris O'Doherty
DYK: Only 1% of fatal drownings occur in #Lifeguard-supervised settings. If you’re planning a day at the water, the safest place to swim is where the lifeguards are. #SaferTogether #NDPW2025
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Backyard pools are the most common drowning location for children under 5 years old.
Keep everyone safe is by always supervising young children in and around the pool.
Grab your free Backyard Pool Safety Checklist from Lifesaving Society Ontario: ow.ly/1eSN50WpcN5
#NDPW2025 | #DrowningPrevention
🏊♂️ Drowning Prevention Tip: Stay within arm’s reach of young kids near water. 93% of drownings in children under 5 happen with distracted or absent supervision. Lifeguards help, but kids need YOU. Stay close, stay alert. 💧💙 #SaferTogether #NDPW2025
La noyade ne ressemble pas à ce qu’on imagine.
Pas de cris. Pas de panique. Juste quelques secondes de silence.
Cette semaine, on en parle. Parce qu’on peut l’éviter.
#PréventionNoyade #NDPW2025
Drowning doesn’t look like drowning.
No screaming. No splashing. Just silence.
This week, we talk about it — because it’s preventable.
#DrowningPrevention #NDPW2025
🏊♂️ Drowning Prevention Tip: 31% of drowning victims were weak or non-swimmers. Learn to swim together! Be a role model, join lessons, or teach your kids. Check out programs at Fuller Lake, Crofton Pool & Cowichan Aquatic Centre at reccowichan.ca 💻💙 #SaferTogether #NDPW2025
🌊 It’s National Drowning Prevention Week
70% of fatal drownings in Canada happen in open water.
👥 Paddle/swim with a buddy
👀 Supervise kids
🌤 Check conditions
🚫 Avoid alcohol
🏖 Stay in marked swim areas
Learn more: www.lifesaving.bc.ca/watersmart-e...
#NDPW2025 #SalmonArm
According to Lifesaving Society Ontario's research, over one third of victims were swimming alone when they drowned.
Never swim or boat alone — always swim with a buddy! 🚣🏊♂️
#NDPW2025 | #DrowningPrevention
🏊♀️ Drowning Prevention Tip: Swim where lifeguards are on duty — only 1% of drownings happen in supervised areas. No lifeguard? Swim with a buddy, stay alert, and keep rescue gear nearby. Where you swim matters. 💙 #NDPW2025 #SaferTogether
🚨 100% of drownings in children under 5 (2012–2021) happened because no one was watching closely enough.
Let’s all do our part to prevent the unthinkable.
#NDPW2025
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🚨 100% des décès par noyade chez les enfants de 5 ans et moins sont survenus à cause de supervision absente ou distraite.
#SNPN2025
Did you know? Kids can drown in any amount of water - kiddie pools, water tables, bathtubs, and even buckets.
Always directly supervise children around the water. If you're not within arms’ reach, you’ve gone too far! 🏊
#NDPW2025 | #DrowningPrevention
When you swim or boat with a buddy, you’re both #SaferTogether. #NDPW2025
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🏊♀️ Drowning Prevention Tip: Never swim alone. Most adult drownings happen when the person is alone — 72% of older adults, 56% of middle-aged, and 41% of young adults. Swim with a buddy, watch each other, and be ready to help. 💙 #SaferTogether #NDPW2025
✅ Lifejackets are like seatbelts - they only help you if you’re wearing them properly!
⚠️ Keep a close watch on children: 86% of children who drowned in BC & Yukon last year were inadequately supervised
⛔️ Abstain from drugs & alcohol - water & impairment are a deadly combination
#NDPW2025
🌊 Drowning Prevention Tip: 67% of drownings happen in natural water. Explore lakes, rivers & oceans with friends. Watch out for each other, make safety a priority, and learn CPR. Adventure safely, together. 💙 #NDPW2025 #SaferTogether
#NDPW2025
🌊 Drowning Prevention Week is July 20–26! Led by Lifesaving Society Canada, it’s all about simple tips to stay safe around water. A little knowledge saves lives — follow along all week! 💙 #SaferTogether #NDPW2025
City of Selkirk design. Children playing in water with a lifeguard standing nearby. White text that says "National Drowning Prevention Week | Supervising Children In, On and Around Water | July 20, 4pm | Selkirk Park Pool"
ICYMI: National Drowning Prevention Week kicks off Sunday! 🛟🌊
Join us at 4pm on July 20 at Selkirk Park Pool for a free water safety session. Our lifeguards will share potentially lifesaving tips on supervising kids around water. No registration needed!
www.myselkirk.ca/cityprograms...
#NDPW2025
National Drowning Prevention Week in Ottawa (July 20-26, 2025)
Join us as we shine a light on water safety and drowning prevention in our community.
📍 City Hall | July 21 | 10:00–11:30 a.m. | Mayoral proclamation and flag raising ceremony.
Everyone is welcome!
#NDPW2025
City of Selkirk design. Kids trying on lifejackets. White text that says "Lifejacket Fittings | July 20-26, 12-7:30pm"
🛟 Lifejackets Save Lives 🛟
Next week during National Drowning Prevention Week, pop in to the Selkirk Park Pool & Splash Pad between 12-7:30 & our pool supervisors will help you & your child find the perfectly fitted life jacket.
Click the City Programs link in our bio to learn more.
#NDPW2025
