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This year’s theme is Safer Together!
- Never swim alone, always swim with a buddy
- Never boat alone
- Stay Within arm’s reach of children
- Swim where lifeguards are
July 20 to 26
Make being safe around and on the water a priority for yourself and your family!
Join us for Drowning Prevention Week from July 20th to July 26th for fun activities organized by the City of Peterborough, YMCA, Trent University, Fleming College, Paramedic Services, Fire Services, OPP and many more community partners. See Buddy the Lifeguard Dog, try on a lifejacket, win prizes, and much more!
Drowning Prevention Week Calendar
See all activities happening during Drowning Prevention Week 2025 below. Click the button below to view the printable PDF version.
JOIN US!
This year’s theme is Safer Together!
Drowning Prevention Pop-up
At Fleming College, Main Foyer
12:00 - 4:00 p.m.
Drowning Prevention
At YMCA Balsillie Family Branch
10:00 - 4:00 p.m.
Pay-By-Donations Family Swims:
Drowning Prevention
At Trent University
Free open swim
3:15 - 5:15 p.m.
Open visit to wading pools for activities at:
Drowning Prevention Educational Event
At Beavermead Park Beach
10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Wear blue!
Drowning Prevention
At Peterborough Sport & Wellness Centre
Activities for the whole family!
12:30 - 2:30 p.m.
Contact Us
City Hall
500 George St. N.
Peterborough, ON
K9H 3R9
Phone: 705-742-7777
Toll Free: 1-855-738-3755
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