Toronto Beach Safety | drowning prevention

The Lifesaving Society designates the third week in July (July 20-26, 2025) as National Drowning Prevention Week (NDPW) to focus community and media attention on the drowning problem and drowning prevention.

Over 400 fatal drownings happen in Canada every year and one-third of those happen while swimming alone.

Drowning is fast, silent and preventable. It can happen in under 30 seconds and affects anyone, regardless of age or swimming ability.

For every fatal drowning, nearly four others are non-fatal but still serious enough to require emergency care.

Always swim with someone – never go alone.

Choose a spot with a lifeguard – Toronto has beaches, indoor and outdoor swimming pools and splash pads.

Stay within arm’s reach of kids – if you can’t grab them, you’re too far.

Whether you’re at the beach, the pool, or the lake, it’s not about being overprotective – it’s about being ready. Because drowning happens fast and without sound.

Be the reason someone makes it home. Share this video and let others know how they can prevent drownings across Canada. Additional resources are listed in the text at the end of this post.

This video was filmed at Sunnyside and Budapest Park Beach in Toronto.
Information on Sunnyside Park on the City of Toronto website:
https://www.toronto.ca/explore-enjoy/...

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Be beach smart. Learn more about beach safety on the City of Toronto website: https://www.toronto.ca/explore-enjoy/...

Find a beach in Toronto on the City of Toronto website:
https://www.toronto.ca/explore-enjoy/...

Find a pool in Toronto on the City of Toronto website:
https://www.toronto.ca/explore-enjoy/...

Search for swimming lessons in Toronto on the City of Toronto website:
https://www.toronto.ca/explore-enjoy/...

Statistics sourced from the Lifesaving Society of Ontario website:
https://www.lifesavingsociety.com/wat...