Discover the Underwater World with Scuba Diving Canada

Getting into scuba diving is one of the most rewarding adventures you’ll ever begin — and it doesn’t matter if you’re near the coast, a cold lake, or landlocked in the mountains. You can start your journey right here in Canada.

 How to get certified in Canada

 The difference between warm water and cold water diving
Recommended beginner gear
Where to dive first
How Scuba Diving Canada can help you every step of the way

 To dive safely and legally, you’ll need an Open Water Certification from a recognized organization like:

• PADI (Professional Association of Diving Instructors)
   
• NAUI (National Association of Underwater Instructors)
   
• SSI (Scuba Schools International)

Courses usually include:

• 2–3 days of classroom and pool sessions
   
• Written test
   
• 4 open water dives
   

Want to dive locally? We’ve got a list of great Canadian dive schools coming soon!

Canada’s waters are beautiful — but often cold.

Cold water diving means:

• You’ll wear a thicker wetsuit or drysuit
   
• You may need specialty gear like cold-water regulators
   
• Visibility can be stunning (especially in lakes or BC coastal dives!)
   

Don't worry — we have gear guides, tips, and product breakdowns to help you stay warm, safe, and confident.

👉 Start here: Beginner Gear Guide 

Some of the best Canadian beginner sites include:

• Porteau Cove, BC – Easy beach access, sunken ships, tons of marine life
   
• Crawford Lake, ON – A shallow, easy lake for skill-building
   
• Dutch Lake, AB – Calm, scenic, and often used for training dives
   
• The Gaskin (Tobermory, ON) – A shallow wreck dive in clear water

Not sure where to start, what to buy, or where to go?
Contact us anytime — we’re here to help you fall in love with cold water diving the way we did.

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Scuba Diving Canada isn’t just a website — it’s a growing network of divers who believe the most incredible underwater adventures are right here in our backyard.

So take a breath. Take the leap.

Your journey starts here.

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