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Posted March 01, 2021 by Red Cross Talks - Red Cross blogger
Maybe it’s happened to you: You’re skating along the frozen surface of a lake, when CRACK! You see a fracture in the ice shoot out from under your skates. Suddenly you’re wondering… How thick is this ice? Should I be this far out? Tips from Canadian Red Cross ice safety expert Lynn Kolba for having a safe day on the ice.
Posted September 08, 2020 by Red Cross Talks - Red Cross blogger
Alberta Coordinator of the Indigenous Swimming and Water Safety Program for the Canadian Red Cross, Justice Vandale-Niccolls discusses water safety, representation and cultural connection.
Posted August 28, 2020 by Red Cross Talks - Red Cross blogger
With summer in full swing, we are all looking for ways to beat the heat while having fun, and what better way than to go for a swim? This year there has been a rise in new backyard pool owners, and whether it’s inflatable or above ground we want to help you ‘S.P.L.A.S.H.’ into summer fun while keeping your family safe!
Posted August 19, 2020 by Red Cross Talks - Red Cross blogger
We’ve all seen the terms “lifejacket” and “PFD” mentioned when talking about water safety, but what many people don’t know is that the two items are different in material, level of protection, and purpose. It’s like a bike helmet and a motorcycle helmet– both have similar purposes, but different circumstances will call for more appropriate use of one over the other.
Posted August 13, 2020 by Samantha Hagaman
Know your breaststroke from your front crawl? Think you’d be fine if you found yourself unexpectedly swimming in open water? Every year, even great swimmers drown so here’s a few reasons why everyone, even strong swimmers, need to wear a lifejacket or personal flotation device (PFD).
Posted August 07, 2020 by Red Cross Talks - Red Cross blogger
When Lesley-Anne Morley took on leadership of the Indigenous Swimming and Water Safety program for the Canadian Red Cross in 2014, she never imagined that, years later, she would be adapting the program for a global pandemic.
Posted July 30, 2020 by Red Cross Talks - Red Cross blogger
Trying to beat the heat this summer? Nothing’s better than a good swim, especially if you have floaties and other recreational water toys to play with. Unfortunately, improper water toy use can lead to accidents or injury. Stay safe with these tips for different types of water toys.
Posted July 06, 2020 by Red Cross Talks - Red Cross blogger
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