A smart watch is credited for saving the life of a kayaker on Lake Superior.

The Nipigon OPP received the notification Monday night around 7:00 and the Northwest Region Emergency Response Team was dispatched to Black Bay.

Police says the kayaker has fallen into the water near Hurkett and sent out a distress signal.

The Smart Watch was used to contact emergency services and they were able to locate his exact position.

Two hours later, a 36 year old man was located and brought back to shore by the OPP’s Marine Unit.

The OPP say the kayaker was also wearing a personal floatation device which was also important in his successful recovery.