All of the entries in the Red Cross #SummerSillies photo contest made us smile - what a great way to demonstrate safe summer fun at the beach, boat or pool. Three winners were chosen by a panel of Red Cross employees, with one Grand Prize winner receiving a $50 iTunes gift card, while two secondary winners won $25 iTunes gift cards.
The winner of the Grand Prize was:
@saskatoonmom
Her photo is pictured left.
The secondary winners (pictured below):
@KerriWarkentin
@Meuandthem
Thank you to all who entered!
Did you know?
1 in 4 people who do not use lifejackets do so because they know how to swim.
1 in 5 do not wear them because they say they are uncomfortable.
Only 47% of Canadians who use boats say they always wear a lifejacket even though 82% believe it is a legal requirement.
Lifejackets should always be worn while using a boat, it could save your life. Wearing a lifejacket could eliminate up to 90% of all boating-related drownings.
Alcohol is present or suspected in more than 50% of boating fatalities.
You should always swim with a buddy and check the weather conditions before venturing into the water.
See more water safety tips from our website.
