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SARVAC’s Humanitarian Workforce Program Is Hiring
Join SARVAC’s Humanitarian Workforce (HWF) Program and help strengthen Canada’s capacity to support Ground Search and Rescue (GSAR) responders during emergencies and disasters. We are expanding the SARVAC HWF Program and are seeking skilled professionals to support a...
$2.61 Million in Funding for SARVAC: Humanitarian Workforce Program Extension
August 19, 2026 SARVAC is pleased to announce that Public Safety Canada has approved funding for the SARVAC Humanitarian Workforce (HWF) Program Extension – 2026–2027 (Phase 4), providing up to $2.61 million over the next eight months. This funding will support the...
Government of Canada Invests $3 Million to Strengthen Volunteer Search and Rescue Across Canada
August 13, 2026 The Search and Rescue Volunteer Association of Canada (SARVAC) is grateful to the Government of Canada for its continued confidence in SARVAC and its support of the thousands of volunteers who dedicate their time, skills, and expertise to helping...
Strengthening Disaster Response: Volunteers Take Part in 2026 Multi-Jurisdictional Search Exercise
More than 80 search and rescue volunteers. Three provinces. One mission: be ready when disaster strikes. Last month, SARVAC President Janelle Coultes joined volunteers from Saskatchewan, Alberta, and Manitoba for the 2026 Multi-Jurisdictional Search Exercise (MJSE) in...
Thanks TD for $25,000 Donation Supporting Humanitarian Workforce Program
The Search and Rescue Volunteer Association of Canada (SARVAC) is pleased to recognize TD for its generous $25,000 donation in support of SARVAC's Humanitarian Workforce (HWF) Program. This investment will help strengthen SARVAC's ability to support communities across...
Remembering Kevin “Dwight” Holloway
It is with great sadness that the Search and Rescue Volunteer Association of Canada (SARVAC) shares the passing of Kevin “Dwight” Holloway, a dedicated leader and passionate advocate for search and rescue in Canada. Dwight served as SARVAC’s Executive Director from...
SARVAC President Janelle Coultes Appointed Co-Chair of the Ground Search and Rescue Council of Canada
SARVAC is pleased to announce that President Janelle Coultes has been appointed Co-Chair of the Ground Search and Rescue Council of Canada (GSARCC). The GSAR Council of Canada brings together provincial and territorial search and rescue authorities, along with...
Free Online Awareness Courses for GSAR Volunteers
SARVAC is pleased to share two free online awareness courses from Boreal River Rescue, available exclusively to GSAR volunteers. We would like to extend a sincere thank you to Boreal River Rescue for generously providing these valuable training opportunities free of...
Grateful as We Kick-Start Emergency Preparedness Week 2026
With Emergency Preparedness Week 2026 in full swing, it is an important reminder for Canadians everywhere to be prepared and understand the risks facing our communities. Emergencies are becoming more frequent, more severe, and more costly—and preparedness has never...
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