Formation
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Virtual Meetups!The Lifesaving Society is proud to announce the launch of its monthly virtual meetups throughout 2025. These sessions are designed to inform, engage, and strengthen our connections with affiliated members, lifeguards, instructors, and the general public. Each meetup will provide a unique opportunity to learn and share on various topics related to aquatic safety. At the start of each session, we will introduce the topic of the month, followed by an open Q&A period to address your personal questions and everyday challenges. -
TRAINER RECERTIFICATION WORKSHOPLe moment est enfin venu ! Nous lançons officiellement les nouvelles versions des requalifications Moniteur en sauvetage, Moniteur en premiers soins et Moniteur de natation. Ces mises à jour visent à uniformiser les pratiques d’enseignement et à assurer la qualité de la formation offerte à travers le Québec. Vous trouverez ci-dessous toute l’information nécessaire, que vous soyez formateur ou gestionnaire. -
COURSE OUTLINE UPDATEWe are pleased to announce that the course outlines for Lifesaving Instructor, Swim Instructor, and First Aid Instructor training have been updated! These new versions are designed to provide our instructors and participants with an enhanced and safe learning experience. We encourage all Instructors to review the updated course outlines to prepare for upcoming sessions.
What you should know
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#GivingTuesday#GivingTuesday: Together, let’s create a wave of hope and prevention! Inspired by the moving message of our Executive Director Raynald Hawkins, who courageously shares his healing journey and his dedication to two causes close to his heart — including the Swim to Survive program — we’re proud to launch our annual #GivingTuesday campaign. -
JOIN OUR TEAM!Is swimmer safety a priority for you? Do challenging projects motivate you? Would you like to contribute to aquatic safety, drowning prevention, and the many programs, activities, and services offered by the Lifesaving Society? -
MAGAZINE ALERTE - SUMMER 2025 EDITIONThe SUMMER 2025 edition of Alerte magazine is now available, highlighting major issues, tools, and tips for a safe and inspiring summer in the aquatic world. Key topics include: a spotlight on the Global Status Report on Drowning Prevention, essential advice on managing a team with ethics and efficiency, and a timely reminder about UV rays—the lifeguard's silent enemies. This issue also explores diversity in the aquatic environment, physical literacy, and the real-world implications of the new residential pool regulation coming into effect on September 30, 2025.










