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Associated Press
23-05-2025
- Business
- Associated Press
Sea-Doo is Encouraging All Riders to Prioritize Safety and Responsible Riding This Summer
The Responsible Rider Masterclass Water 101 Module, powered by BRP, is Now Live VALCOURT, QC, May 23, 2025 /PRNewswire/ - As summer is right around the corner, Sea-Doo, iconic brand of BRP Inc. (TSX: DOO) (NASDAQ: DOOO), is inviting all boaters and personal watercraft (PWC) riders to prioritize safety on the water all season long. Sea-Doo takes safe riding seriously and, through BRP's Responsible Rider Program, the team wants to empower all riders to ride responsibly regardless of whether they are on the ocean, a lake or a river. To do so, Sea-Doo is announcing the launch of the Water 101 module of the Responsible Rider Masterclass and sharing tips to ensure a safe and fun summer on the water. 'As a leader in the personal watercraft industry, we have a responsibility to mobilize the community and encourage responsible riding. Sea-Doo wants to ensure that riders can enjoy personal watercraft for years to come,' says Jérémi Doyon-Roch, Global Marketing Director, Sea-Doo, Ski-Doo and Lynx at BRP. 'As the season begins, it is our goal to offer riders the tools and resources needed to enjoy days on the water safely with family and friends.' The Responsible Rider Masterclass, Powered by BRP. BRP and Tread Lightly! launched the Responsible Rider Masterclass in February of 2025 with its first module, Snow 101. With the boating season approaching, the Water 101 module is now live and aims to equip boaters and PWC riders of all levels with the knowledge they need to ride responsibly and lead by example. The short and free online training features Sea-Doo Ambassador Daniel 'Aqua Dan' do Nascimento and is based on BRP's three Responsible Rider pillars: riding etiquette, environment and safety. 5 Tips to Ride Responsibly All Summer Long While personal watercraft and pontoons are sound and reliable machines, following some basic safety practices drastically reduces the likelihood of preventable incidents occurring on the water. Here are just a few of the many tips to keep in mind: Learn more about personal watercraft safety here. About BRP BRP Inc. is a global leader in the world of powersports products, propulsion systems and boats built on over 80 years of ingenuity and intensive consumer focus. Through its portfolio of industry-leading and distinctive brands featuring Ski-Doo and Lynx snowmobiles, Sea-Doo watercraft and pontoons, Can-Am on and off-road vehicles, Quintrex boats, Manitou pontoons and Rotax marine propulsion systems as well as Rotax engines for karts and recreational aircraft, BRP unlocks exhilarating adventures and provides access to experiences across different playgrounds. The Company completes its lines of products with a dedicated parts, accessories and apparel portfolio to fully optimize the riding experience. Committed to growing responsibly, BRP is developing electric models for its existing product lines. Headquartered in Quebec, Canada, BRP had annual sales of CA$7.8 billion from over 130 countries and employed approximately 16,500 driven, resourceful people as of January 31, 2025. @BRPNews Ski-Doo, Lynx, Sea-Doo, Can-Am, Rotax, Manitou, Quintrex, and the BRP logo are trademarks of Bombardier Recreational Products Inc. or its affiliates. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners. View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE BRP Inc.
CBC
19-05-2025
- General
- CBC
There's no life jacket law, but police and safety advocates say 'there's really no excuse' not to wear them
For many people, the May long weekend is the unofficial kick-off to the summer season, with people heading to their cottages or hitting waterways in boats and other vessels. May 17-23 also marks Safe Boating Awareness Week in Canada. Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) and water safety advocates are reminding people about the importance of wearing life jackets when out on the water. The OPP say in 2024, 20 people died in boating or paddling and over the last 13 years, 86 per cent of water fatalities involved people not wearing a life jacket. "[That] is a staggering stat," said Sergeant Dave Moffat, the OPP's provincial marine coordinator. "It's frustrating because it's the same story. It continues over and over that people are deciding that they don't think that life jackets are proper for their boating attire." In Canada, including Ontario, there is currently no law in place that requires people to wear life jackets. In 2023, Bill 93, Joshua's Law, was introduced in the Ontario legislature. If passed, it would require all children in Ontario who are 12 years of age or younger to wear a life jacket or personal floatation device while on a moving pleasure boat. The bill made it to second reading in 2023 and was ordered for a third reading, but has not progressed through Queen's Park since then. Moffat calls the bill a "great initiative" for children, but says more should be done to make everyone wear a life jacket. "In my opinion, there's really no excuse to not wear a life jacket because it can and will save your life," Moffat said. The Lifesaving Society Ontario says one in five drownings in the province are from boating-related incidents, where the majority of victims are not wearing life jackets, and 44 per cent of all water fatalities are related to paddle users in canoes, kayaks or stand-up paddle boards. "We hop in our vehicle, we put our seat belt on and we don't even think about it. It's just an automatic reaction, something that we automatically do," said Lisa Hanson Ouellette, a senior researcher with Lifesaving Society Ontario. "And life jacket wear should be exactly that. It should just be an automatic thing, regardless of your age, regardless of the type of vessel, and regardless of who you are, what it is that you're doing."
Yahoo
17-05-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Aqua-Tots Swim School promotes water safety education in May
PEORIA, Ill. (WMBD) — Aqua-Tots Swim School is making sure families are prepared during Water Safety Month. This week the school invited swimmers to swim fully clothed from shirts to shoes. The purpose is to prepare them to feel the difference and keep from panicking if they were to accidentally end up submerged in water in their clothes. Aquatic manager Linda Markert said this new concept has been a blast. 'Instructors are having fun. Kids are having fun. I personally have been having a lot of fun. It's something new and this is one of the only places I've seen that's been able to offer something like this at this kind of scale,' she said. 'So I'm really excited that we're able to offer this for the community. It's something new for them to experience, and it really is making an impact by helping kids become safer.' She said it's good for families to practice the ABC's of swimming. Be sure to have adult supervision, place barriers to open water, such draining tubs and enroll in classes. Aqua-Tots is currently offering water watcher bracelets so families can identify a designated adult at functions to supervise water activities. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Times of Oman
17-04-2025
- Health
- Times of Oman
International praise, national engagement mark conclusion of Water Safety Forum
Muscat: The World Health Organization (WHO) has commended Oman's policies and practices in water safety, recognizing the Sultanate as a leading regional model in managing this critical sector. WHO highlighted the pioneering efforts of the Public Services Regulation Authority in enhancing quality standards, adopting continuous training methodologies, and equipping national professionals with the latest global expertise. It also emphasized that Oman's integration of legislative and technical frameworks is a key pillar in ensuring long-term water safety and quality, contributing to sustainable development goals related to public health and environmental protection. Participants in the "Water Safety" Forum noted that the event provided an advanced platform for building technical competencies and expanding specialized knowledge in water safety management. They praised the comprehensive training content, interactive workshops, and rich discussions that empowered them to implement best global practices and develop well-defined strategies to address water risks and operational challenges. Experts from WHO added significant scientific and intellectual value to the program, reinforcing the importance of continuing such ambitious national initiatives. The forum also served as an avenue for professionals to exchange experiences and successful practices across various organizations, further improving institutional efficiency and strengthening Oman's water security. The five-day forum, organized by the Public Services Regulation Authority in collaboration with WHO, concluded today with the participation of more than 40 licensed companies operating in the water sector. The intensive training program aimed to enhance the capabilities of national professionals, ensuring their skills align with global advancements in water safety management.
