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Learn. Grow. Get Hired program
Discounted aquatic certification training for future careers
Last Update: April 27, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
St. Catharines, Ontario, Canada
Overview
The program offers discounted aquatic certification courses for eligible individuals in St. Catharines. It supports training for lifeguard and swim instructor pathways, including Bronze Medallion, Bronze Cross, Standard First Aid, National Lifeguard Pool, and related courses.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop a new program or service
- Increase social or community impact
- Enhance an existing program
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Location
- St. Catharines
- Ontario
Legal structures
- Public or Parapublic institution
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Persons with Disabilities
- Canadians
- Youth (<40)
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Aquatic certification training
- Leadership training for lifeguard and swim instructor pathways
Documents Needed
- Online program registration
- Aquatics Volunteer Application, for volunteers
- Required course materials, if applicable
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Individuals ages 13 and older
- Adults of any age
Who is not eligible
- Individuals under 13 years old
Eligible expenses
- Course fees for aquatic certification training
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Examination fees
- Course books and materials
Eligible geographic areas
- St. Catharines, Ontario
Selection criteria
- Successful skills assessment
- Minimum swimming ability required for assessment
How to apply
- Step 1: Register online through the ActiveSTC portal
- Submit your interest in the program.
- Step 2: Complete the skills assessment
- Demonstrate the required swimming ability.
- Step 3: Wait for course placement
- Successful participants are offered upcoming courses.
Processing and Agreement
- Applicants register online for the program.
- Applications are assessed through a skills assessment.
- Successful candidates are offered participation in upcoming courses.
Additional information
- Applicants must complete a swim assessment before being placed in the appropriate course level.
- Participants selected through the assessment are offered spots in upcoming courses.
- Some certifications may support future employment with the City of St. Catharines.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Learn. Grow. Get Hired program Program
What is the Learn. Grow. Get Hired program?
The program offers discounted aquatic certification courses for eligible individuals in St. Catharines. It supports training for lifeguard and swim instructor pathways, including Bronze Medallion, Bronze Cross, Standard First Aid, National Lifeguard Pool, and related courses.
Who is eligible for the Learn. Grow. Get Hired program program?
To be eligible for the Learn. Grow. Get Hired program program, you must:
Age 13 or older
Strong swimmer
Skills assessment required
What expenses are eligible under Learn. Grow. Get Hired program?
Aquatic certification training
Leadership training for lifeguard and swim instructor pathways
Who can I contact for more information about the Learn. Grow. Get Hired program?
You can contact City of St. Catharines by email at aquatics@stcatharines.ca.
Where is the Learn. Grow. Get Hired program available?
The Learn. Grow. Get Hired program program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the Learn. Grow. Get Hired program a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Learn. Grow. Get Hired program is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the Learn. Grow. Get Hired program?
Learn. Grow. Get Hired program is funded by City of St. Catharines