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The Lifesaving Society designates the third week in July (July 21-27, 2024) as National Drowning Prevention Week (NDPW) to focus community and media attention on the drowning problem and drowning prevention.
This summer, make water safety a priority and learn how to stay safe in and around water!
Join us for water safety tips and activities throughout the week.
View the calendar of events below:
Tuesday, July 23
Niagara Falls Lions Club Pool (4981 Drummond Road)
Boating Safety Activities: What needs to be included in a safe boating kit? What do you do if you go overboard?
Time: 1 - 5 PM
Wednesday, July 24
FH Leslie Pool ( 5250 Valley Way)
Swim to Survive Program: Lifeguards will be teaching swimmers how to be safe in the water, including how to roll in the water, tread water, and swim.
Time: 1 - 3 PM
Thursday, July 25
Prince Charles Park Pool (6320 Arad Street)
Swim with Buddy Games: During the day, lifeguards will play musical buddies and perform buddy checks for all swimmers.
Time: 2 - 7 PM
World Drowning Prevention Day: From 10 to 10:15 PM, the Falls will be lit in blue in honour of World Drowning Prevention Day.
Friday, July 26
Buck Hinsperger Pool (3970 Welland Street)
Lifejacket Clinic: Lifeguards will be showing swimmers how to properly wear a lifejacket.
Time: 1 - 5 PM
