Ladysmith Search and Rescue - Phone: 250.245.7761
Members are experienced in ground and embankment searches. Receives training and support from B.C. PEP. Fifteen members have training in basic SAR techniques. Provides support to other provincial volunteer SAR groups when requested. Founded 1967.
Cowichan Search and Rescue
For public education or recruiting information please visit our Website: http://www.cowsar.org or email at info@cowichansar.org
Links
For more information regarding search and rescues, visit the following links:
British Columbia Search and Rescue Association (BCSARA)
AdventureSmart
Emergency Social Services / Disaster Assistance
ESS is a pre-planned emergency response organization designed to provide those basic necessities which, after a disaster, are considered essential for the immediate and continuing well-being of persons affected.
In the Cowichan Valley the four Primary Reception Centres are:
Services provided at Reception Centres:
Coordination of:
As well as: | Emergency Food
Family Reunification | Clothing
Emotional Support | Lodging |
For more information on reception centres, please see the
CVRD Emergency Preparedness Workbook.
Another great resource in an emergency is the Canadian Red Cross.
Residents and businesses within the Cowichan Valley Regional District area — including Ladysmith — may now register to receive emergency notification for events such as forest fires, floods and hazardous materials spills that require evacuation or other emergency response actions from residents or businesses. Register on-line at www.cvrd.bc.ca/EAlert, or email: EAlert@cvrd.bc.ca or call 250-746-2564.
The Regional District will also continue to provide emergency information through its website and local radio, television and newspapers. www.cvrd.bc.ca
Note: In order for you to receive notifications, it is vital that the CVRD has your current contact information. If you move or change your phone number or email address, you must re-register.