Driven teenager becomes a lifeguard with the City of Oshawa

Posted July 1, 2024 9:56 am.

If she’s not playing field lacrosse, basketball or hockey, Cali Jones is usually in the water. After becoming a lifeguard, she was also invited to be a beach lifeguard for the City of Oshawa after passing some difficult tests.

She also teaches swim lessons and was trained to work with inclusive childen from Grandview Kids.

Cali Jones – Lifeguard

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