Kamloops Search and Rescue

Kamloops Search and Rescue is a volunteer search and rescue team with a wide variety of skills providing an important life-saving service to the public, 365 days a year, 24 hours a day.

KSAR is called out for tasks to assist the RCMP, BC Ambulance Service and BC Coroners Office as well as providing assistance during events such as wildfires or floods. KSAR assists with alerts and evacuations under the BC Provincial Emergency Program.

KSAR members are dedicated individuals who respond to calls in all conditions throughout the year to serve the public and regularly assist in promoting education to the public in outdoor safety.

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KSAR in the news

Slower spring allows for more KSAR training ahead of summer season

June 21, 2019

--CFJC Today-- KAMLOOPS — A slower spring for call outs and rescues has allowed Kamloops Search and Rescue members to get in more training. Read the full story here. Source: https:

KSAR and BC Search Dog Association announced as next Wings Above Kamloops beneficiaries

May 14, 2019

--CFJC Today-- KAMLOOPS — The Cooper Family Foundation announced its next Wings Above Kamloops recipients, involving significant investments into the North Shore. Read the full story

Kamloops Search and Rescue opens volunteer applications

April 25, 2019

--InfoTel News-- KAMLOOPS — Are you over age 19, in good shape, have a driver's license and want to volunteer with search and rescue? Read the full story here. Source: https://infot

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Thank you for all your generous support!

The KSAR team depends on donations from government, corporations and members of the community. Without the support of the community we would not be able to provide this essential and life-saving service. On behalf of our team and the many people who are rescued each year – thank you for your contribution!

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