About 160 people drown in Ontario each year. Barbara Byers was here this morning with a reminder on how to keep yourself and your children safe around water. ow.ly/ASis30lnF5e

* JOB ALERT * Attention #Ottawa area certified lifeguards: ➡️ Dovercourt RA is hiring ! Looking for lifeguards and swim instructors. The position comes with many perks. Info: [email protected]

We still have some spaces left in our brand new Indoor Tennis program starting Saturday, March 2nd! Register today either in person, over the phone, or online here: (5-7yrs)... facebook.com/DovercourtRecr…

The @OttawaBoatShow starts today and, thanks to our dedicated partners from the OPP East Region, we get to share a booth in order to jointly promote safe boating practices! Come meet our enthusiastic members including @OPP_Auxiliary, volunteers from the LifesavingSociety ON and many more. ^AM

Heading to the @OttawaBoatShow this weekend? Make sure to stop by our shared OPP East Region / Ottawa Drowning Prev booth to bank up on some essential information and highly pertinent #BoatingSafety tips by subject-matter experts ! Cc CSBC Boating Tips Ontario Provincial Police LifesavingSociety ON ^AM

If you're having friends over to enjoy your pool, be sure to designate an adult #WaterWatcher. Download this helpful lanyard for them to wear: bit.ly/2Hh7MCS

Kids Can Climb! is starting up soon! For ages 5-7 and 8-11 years, kids will learn rock climbing techniques and spend lots of time on the wall learning through creative games and activities. Registration is open here: dovercourt.org/sports/

It's thin ice season! #ottnews ottawa.ctvnews.ca/reminder-sprin…

Winter may be over but when Dovercourt RA needs help with social awareness during these trying times, you help. Hey kids, it is important to be outside and active but just try to find alternative activities other than playing at the play park. #FlattenTheCurve City of Ottawa

The water is extremely cold and fast-moving at this time of year. Stay safe: keep dogs on-leash and kids away from water’s edge. Do not attempt to rescue on your own: call 911 for help. (the Ottawa River between Westboro Beach and Island Park, April 11/20)

If you are out practicing #physicaldistancing and getting some exercise in your canoe or kayak, don’t forget to wear a properly fitting #lifejacket or PFD #watersafety #coldwatershock #wearit #staysafe LifesavingSociety ON Lifesaving Society Canada / Société de sauvetage Ottawa Drowning Prev

Its a good time to register to become a #NationalLifeguard! ~ Prereq: 15y, BX, SFA ~ Blended learning format (online/in-person) ~ Sat. Aug. 29 – Wed Sep 2 at Dovercourt RA. Code: AQL2025 [ow.ly/mecq50ANqBO]

To ensure a safe day on the water, here are the tips and resources you need: ow.ly/3GkA50AXtaN

The Province of Ontario has reintroduced measures to help slow the spread of COVID-19 in our community. In-person fitness classes, access to the fitness centre, and adult hockey are suspended. See details about what is running: ow.ly/xojF50BOKff

Due to the Ontario lockdown beginning Dec 26, our building will be closed and many programs will not be available until we reopen. Online programs will continue, rinks are open, and the SJAM Winter Trail is available. Please read more details here: ow.ly/RQET50CSvpE

Bodies of water freeze at different rates and ice thickness fluctuates with the weather. Falling into water at this time of year can lead to hypothermia and death. bit.ly/2Kmzejc

We're offering morning swim lessons at Westboro Beach, July 5-16! • Limited to Preschool and Swimmer 1. • Eight-lesson sessions, Monday to Thursday, for two weeks • Lessons will be taught by Dovercourt swim instructors For more info and to register: dovercourt.org/swim/

As water temperatures drop, make sure you know what to do to prevent #hypothermia. Your approved #lifejacket will keep you afloat and keep you warm in cold water. Learn more: ow.ly/t98Z30dZip1 #BoatingSafety

On this #DoctorsDay and #FirstRespondersDay we thank the healthcare and emergency services members of our Coalition for their important work - to keep our community safe and to #PreventDrowning! 👨🏿‍⚕️🚑👮👩🏽‍🚒🚨🩺 #WearYourPFD

🛶Before you even push off from shore, safety should be your first thought.🛶 Even if you’re a confident swimmer, a PFD is a must. Sudden immersion in cold water can affect your ability to function, including your ability to swim: ontarioparks.com/parksblog/wate…