Swim Vests & Float Suits

Swim vests and float suits add buoyancy for children, teens and adults while they learn to swim or play at the pool, beach or lake. Fit matters most: youth vests are usually sized by body weight, so read the weight band on the label, then close the zipper, buckles and adjustable straps so the vest can't ride up.

Owntop covers neoprene vests in youth, teen and women's sizes, Speedo adds a toddler flotation vest, and Sunnylife and NEO-SPLASH round out the range for younger swimmers. A swim vest is a learning aid, not a Canadian-approved lifejacket, so it doesn't replace one on a boat, kayak or paddleboard. Our PFD and lifejacket guide explains what to carry.

Brands include Gogokids, Owntop and huraty.

Part of our swim goggles range. Need help choosing? Read PFDs and life jackets in Canada.

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Swim Vests & Float Suits: frequently asked questions

Can a swim vest be used as a lifejacket on a boat in Canada?

No. Everyone on board a pleasure craft in Canada needs a lifejacket or PFD with a Canadian approval label from Transport Canada, the Canadian Coast Guard or Fisheries and Oceans Canada. A US Coast Guard label alone is not Canadian approval, and swim vests do not count toward the requirement.

Does a swim vest mean I don't need to watch my child as closely?

No. Health Canada notes that swimming aids can give a false sense of security. Keep young children and inexperienced swimmers in view and within arm's reach at all times when they are in the water.

How do I pick the right size?

Youth swim vests are usually sized by weight range, for example 50–90 lb or 75–125 lb, rather than age. The vest should feel snug with all straps and buckles closed and should not slide up past the chin when you lift it at the shoulders.

Sources: tc.canada.ca · canadianboating.ca · canada.ca

Our guides for this category

PFD vs Lifejacket in Canada: Labels, Sizing, Kids and Inflatables

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