Lifesaving Society New Brunswick
70 Melissa Street E3A 6W1 Fredericton, NB, Canada

The Society's office will close for the day at 12:00 noon due to the storm. The office will open tomorrow at 9:00am

The Society is open during Orange Phase but visitors are limited In accordance with public health measures announced by the province, the Society office is open and may welcome a limited number of visitors at a time. If you’d like to pay us a visit, let us know in advance by calling 506-455-5762, or email [email protected]. Visit the COVID-19 section of our website for more information: https://lifesavingnb.ca/covid-19.aspx Curbside pickup / drop-off remain available Monday - Friday (10:00a to 4:00p).

The Society is open during Red Phase - but no visitors In accordance with public health measures announced by the province, the Society's office, while functioning, is closed to visitors. We continue to answer phones, process orders and test sheets, and reply to emails. Curbside pickup / drop-off remain available Monday - Friday (10:00a to 4:00p).... Visit the COVID-19 section of our website for more information. https://lifesavingnb.ca/covid-19.aspx

The Lifesaving Society New Brunswick is seeking a Program Manager to increase participation in its training programs. The application deadline is this Friday, August 21. Read the full job ad here: http://www.lifesavingnb.ca/find-a-job.aspx

Approximately 35% of drownings in Canada occur from October to April when most people have no intention of going into the water. Snowmobiling and ice accidents account for most of these incidents. Snowmobiling over frozen bodies of water poses a large risk. Wear a lifejacket, it buys you time. #NDPW2020 #DrowningIsPreventable

Lifesaving course candidates not only learn to be water smart and reduce their own risk of drowning, they also have an affect on those around them, increasing the safety of whatever group they are with. Talk to your local pool or search for courses on find a course: http://www.lifesavingnb.ca/find-a-course.aspx #NDPW2020 #DrowningIsPreventable

Today is Angela Johnson’s last day as the Society’s Training Program Manager. Angela joined the Society’s professional staff in 2013. During her seven-year tenure, the number of annual Leadership certifications tripled, the number of Lifesaving and First aid certifications more than doubled, and annual participation in the Society’s programs grew from 8000 to 18,000. Most importantly, the number of annual drowning deaths in our province have steadily declined year over year. We thank Angela for her invaluable contributions that made the us what we are today and wish her every success in her next adventure.

Older but not always wiser The highest water-related fatality rates in 2011- 2015 included Baby Boomers 50-64 years of age. Baby Boomers need to adjust their risk taking behavior as they age. They may be older but not as resilient in a life-threatening situation. Know your current swimming ability. #NDPW2020 #DrowningIsPreventable

Drowning is preventable! The major risk factors for drowning among adults aged 35 and older include not wearing a PFD when relevant, being alone and alcohol consumption. #NDPW2020 #DrowningIsPreventable

Two are better than one. Many drowning victims were capable swimmers. Just because you're a good swimmer, doesn't mean you'll be able to take care of yourself if you get into trouble. Always swim with a buddy. #NDPW2020 #DrowningIsPreventable

Be Water Smart! 26% of drowning deaths happen when swimming alone. Always, always, swim with a buddy. #NDPW2020 #DrowningIsPreventable

Phones lines are back up.

Swim to Survive teaches the necessary skills to survive an unexpected fall into deep water. Meeting the Canadian Swim to Survive Standard is an important first step to being safe around water. If every child in Canada could pass our Swim to Survive standard, it could reduce the number of drownings by half. #NDPW2020 #DrowningIsPreventable

The Society's phone lines are down. You can reach us via email until they are back up: [email protected]

Lifejackets don’t work if you don’t wear them. Not wearing a lifejacket or PFD was a factor in 81% of boating deaths In Canada (85% in the Maritimes). Choose it. Use it. Always wear a lifejacket or PFD. #NDPW2020 #DrowningIsPreventable

Drowning is Preventable. Stay Within Arm's Reach! Unattended toddlers are high risk because they are mobile, curious and require close and constant supervision by an adult. If your child is near water, you need to be near your child. #NDPW2020 #DrowningIsPreventable

Thanks for spreading the word GNB

Stay Within Arm's Reach! Adults and caregivers should always be within arm’s reach of young children when in or near the water. #NDPW2020 #DrowningIsPreventable