Lifeguards Compete in High-Stakes Championship

0:00It's March 28th. This is Canada News Today, powered by AI. I'm Corey with The Story. Lifeguards from across the province are battling it out in a life-saving championship that mixes top-tier athleticism with real rescue skills. The events include line throwing, mannequin carries, obstacle swims, and full rescue medley's, testing everything they need to save lives in the water. Many of these competitors were daily as lifeguards and local pools, sharpening their humanitarian chops through intense practice. The managing director of the Royal Life Saving Society highlighted how these athletes turned their jobs into high-stakes sport. A mother-son team from Lakom, Marla, and Merrick Brankhaneer jumped in too. Marla, a former lifeguard, said she's just trying to keep pace with her son, who's already out-sworm her skills from back in the day. The competition's still rolling with more action ahead. It all wraps up Sunday, showcasing these everyday heroes in their element.