The North Vancouver RCMP and fire department in British Columbia have urged people visiting Lynn Canyon Park, a popular outdoor spot, to refrain from cliff jumping into the river. Police and fire officials have created a safety video about the dangers of cliff jumping in Lynn Canyon ahead of the three-day BC Day weekend, when temperatures are expected to rise, explaining the risks of cliff jumping, including the risk of hitting rocks below the surface, the very fast currents and the risk of hypothermia because the water is cold, even in summer.
Many are young people, some of whom jump because of peer pressure from their friends. There are many rescues every year, and over 40 people have died there in the last 50 years. On July 3rd of this year, a man in his 20s with little swimming experience died after jumping into Twin Falls. A few days later, a man in his 20s was cliff jumping while drunk and was unable to get to shore and was rescued by a rescue team. Drinking alcohol is prohibited in the park.