It is with profound sadness that we share the recent passing of our colleague, mentor, and friend, Paul St-Onge, Training Coordinator for the Search and Rescue Volunteer Association of Canada (SARVAC) Humanitarian Workforce Program.
Paul was an integral part of our SARVAC team. His larger-than-life personality was matched by his energy, professionalism, and unwavering commitment to strengthening Canada’s search and rescue community.🇨🇦 Through his leadership in training and volunteer development, he played a meaningful role in building capacity and supporting teams across the country. His steady presence, insight, and dedication to excellence left a lasting mark on our organization.
Above all, Paul believed in people — in preparing them well, supporting them fully, and challenging them to rise to the occasion. His contributions to SARVAC and the broader SAR community will not be forgotten.
We extend our deepest sympathies to his entire family. Paul will be profoundly missed, and his legacy will continue to inspire for many years to come. We are deeply grateful for his contributions to our SAR family.
Bravo Zulu.