Lifesaving Nova Scotia

Rosters and Test Sheets

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Branch Policy Documents

Nova Scotia Policy Documents

National Lifeguard Examination Policy

Bronze Cross Examination Policy

Bronze Medallion Examination Policy

Lifesaving Society Canada Policy Documents

Publications and References

Program Guide

Nova Scotia Lifesaving Society Program Guide (2026 - Current)

(2025) (2021)

Safety Supervision Guidelines

Nova Scotia Operational Guidelines for Aquatic Facilities (2014)

Drowning Research

Maritime Drowning Report (2026) (2026 French)

Previous Versions: (2025) (2023) (2020) (2019)

National Drowning Report (2025)

Canadian Drowning Prevention Plan (2022, 9th Edition)

Canadian Drowning Prevention Plan, Resources (2022)

Lifesaving NS Annual Reports

(2025) (2024) (2023) (2022)

NSLS Annual Reports

(2025) (2024) (2023)