Another boating season has arrived but be aware of the risks

Thousands of boaters across the province have hit the waters for another summer on the water.

Boating Ontario, states that more than 15 million Canadians enjoy the sport because of the “emotional, behavioural and psychological benefits of being near, around, on, or in water.”

However, like any activity, it comes with risks. The Drowning Prevention Research Centre states that there are almost 500 unintentional water-related deaths in our country each year and approximately one-quarter of these fatalities are boating-related. Boating accidents also send thousands of people to emergency rooms each year suffering from broken bones, burns and lacerations. For more, click here.