Certifications
Upcoming certification classes: 2026
| Course | Day | Date | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| National Lifeguard Recertification | Saturday | September 12 | 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. |
| Airway Management | Thursday | September 17 | 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. |
| Intermediate First Aid with CPR-C & AED | Saturday, Sunday | September 19 and 20 | 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. |
| Airway Management | Tuesday | October 6 | 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. |
| Intermediate First Aid with CPR-C & AED | Saturday, Sunday | October 17 and 18 | 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. |
| Airway Management | Thursday | November 5 | 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. |
| Intermediate First Aid with CPR-C & AED | Saturday, Sunday | November 14 and 15 | 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. |
| National Lifeguard Recertification | Saturday | November 21 | 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. |
| Intermediate First Aid with CPR-C & AED | Saturday, Sunday | December 5 and 6 | 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. |
| Airway Management | Wednesday | December 16 | 12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. |
Course descriptions
Intermediate First Aid with CPR-C & AED (Open to all)
Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation Level C (CPR-C): trains participants on how to recognize and respond to cardiovascular emergencies using CPR and how to use an automated external defibrillators (AED).
First Aid Skills: adds onto these CPR skills by exposing participants to basic first aid emergencies over one weekend featuring individualized training and continuous instructor feedback.
National Lifeguard Pool certification
The National Lifeguard Service certification is the standard measurement of lifeguard performance in Canada. This course is designed to develop sound understanding of lifeguarding principles: good judgment, and a mature and responsible attitude toward the role of a lifeguard. The program emphasizes teamwork, leadership, and communication, as well as the prevention of accidents and the treatment of medical emergencies.
Participants are taught advanced lifeguarding skills in a lecture format and are required to demonstrate competency in managing a variety of emergency situations within an aquatic environment. Successful completion of this course will certify the candidate in the only nationally recognized lifeguarding award.
Airway Management
Airway Management certification provides senior and experienced lifeguards with specific knowledge and training in the use of oxygen, suction devices, oral airways and masks/bag-valve-masks.
Contact us
Gee-Gees Client Services
Montpetit Hall
125 University Private
Monday - Friday: 7:00 a.m. - 11:00 p.m.
Saturday - Sunday: 8:30 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.
613 562-5800 ext 4333
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