#AskSandraZisckind Whether using canoes, sailboats, kayaks or powered boats, people throughout Ontario and other parts of Canada have taken to the waters to make boating a popular recreational activity. A study released by the Canadian Red Crossattributes 40 percent of drowning deaths to be related to boating activities. One of the recommendations in the Red Cross report is for the use of personal floatation devices by everyone when on the water. Here are 10 tips boaters should use to prevent boating accidents. Tip 1: Wear a personal floatation device Of the 40 percent of drowning deaths attributed to boating, 87 percent of ...
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#AskDanielDiamond Ontario has more than 400,000 lakes, streams and rivers offering boaters countless hours of pleasure. The enjoyment of being on the water comes to a quick end when someone falls overboard. According to the Canadian Red Cross, drowning accidents claim the lives of about 525 Canadians annually, but 90 percent of drownings occurring on the waterways could be prevented by simply wearing a lifejacket. Compliance with the law Recreational boaters in Ontario and other parts of Canada must have a personal floatation device or lifejacket on board for each person to be in compliance with the law. The Red Cross study ...
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