Look for a lifejacket or PFD with a label that says it has been approved by Transport Canada, the Canadian Coast Guard, or Fisheries and Oceans Canada. Always read the label on the lifejacket or PFD to know the weight and age recommendations from the manufacturer.
Lifejackets and PFDs must fit snugly and must be buckled up to prevent the child from slipping out.
Remember that inflatable toys such as water wings and blow-up rings are not safety devices.
A variety of lifejackets and PFDs are available for purchase. Look for the following on a child’s lifejacket or PFD:
A lifejacket or PFD should always properly fit the child to ensure their safety. Follow these steps to ensure a proper fit:
Adults should test children’s lifejackets and PFDs for buoyancy at the start of each season and on a regular basis throughout the season, especially if a new lifejacket or PFD has been bought. While wearing the lifejacket or PFD in water, the child’s chin should stay above the water, and they should be able to breathe easily.
Look for a lifejacket or PFD with a label that says it has been approved by Transport Canada, the Canadian Coast Guard, or Fisheries and Oceans Canada. Always read the label on the lifejacket or PFD to know the weight and age recommendations from the manufacturer.
Lifejackets and PFDs must fit snugly and must be buckled up to prevent the child from slipping out. Remember that inflatable toys such as water wings and blow-up rings are not safety devices.
A variety of lifejackets and PFDs are available for purchase. Look for the following on a child’s lifejacket or PFD:
A lifejacket or PFD should always properly fit the child to ensure their safety. Follow these steps to ensure a proper fit:
Adults should test children’s lifejackets and PFDs for buoyancy at the start of each season and on a regular basis throughout the season, especially if a new lifejacket or PFD has been bought. While wearing the lifejacket or PFD in water, the child’s chin should stay above the water, and they should be able to breathe easily.
The Supporting Parents Webinar Series focuses on topics to help parents and caregivers learn how to create environments that help children thrive. These webinars can be used as part of parenting groups or can be used by parents and caregivers independently. Interactive activities are used to share strategies and tips to enhance capacity to raise healthy, safe, and happy children. A recording of the webinar content and activity instructions will be available after each event.
This interactive virtual session will explore the various hats that parents and caregivers wear. Participants will reflect on how they carry out and feel about their various roles and responsibilities. This session will offer opportunities to understand why these roles are important, how responsibilities can be reframed, and why taking care of oneself is a crucial part of caring for others.
