🚤 Safe Boating Awareness Week is May 17–23! 🌊 As we head into the long weekend, let’s stay safe on the water. Here are 5 key reminders from the Canadian Safe Boating Council: 🔸 Wear Your Lifejacket Over 80% of boating-related drownings in Canada involve someone not wearing a lifejacket properly. There are tons of options out there—find one that fits your style and wear it every time you’re on the water. 🔸 Boat Sober Alcohol, cannabis, and even some prescription meds impair your judgment—and boating under the influence is illegal. In many provinces, it can even impact your driver’s license. 🔸 Take a Boating Course Got your Pleasure Craft Operator Card? Great start! But whether you paddle or power, it’s a smart move to get more training. New to paddling? Start learning the basics online—then get out on the water with proper instruction. 🔸 Be Prepared – You & Your Vessel Know your route. Check the weather. Have all the required safety gear. File a float plan. Bring enough fuel. Being prepared protects you and reduces the strain on emergency responders. 🔸 Cold Water Kills Cold water shock can hit fast—even expert swimmers. Always wear your lifejacket. It gives you your best shot in an accidental immersion. ✅ Learn more at: csbc.ca Stay safe, stay smart, and enjoy your time on the water! 🌊 (fb)

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