The Canadian Red Cross maintains records of drownings across the range of locations from bathtubs, to pools to rivers. Their most recent report shows statistics gained by examining long-term trends from 1991-2000. Click here to read the full Red Cross: Drownings in Canada Report.
I've taken both the ice rescue and motorized boat handling and both courses have contributed to working safer in unsafe conditions.
Nathan Lambkin, Manitoba Hydro
By Phil Turnbull, Rescue 3 International
Perched atop the brown Suburban sits little Emily, clutching the roof rack and calling for help while deafening water pounds past the semi-submerged car. How prepared are you to deal with this situation?
We believe training should be tailored to the specific needs of each client. While we teach all the skills and knowledge necessary for certification, we approach a course for emergency personnel in an entirely different manner than one for resource managers or outdoor guides.
