If you are interested in becoming a member of Brandon Regional Search and Rescue, the next course is coming up shortly.

REQUIREMENTS:

The following is a list of requirements that must be current and/or within a reasonable expiration date, and are necessary to submit/indicate with original certificates during the application process:

• Over the age of 18 and in good physical condition
• Valid Class 5 Driver’s License (with the ability to travel safely in all seasons)
• Criminal Records check (renewed yearly)
• Vulnerable Persons check (renewed yearly)
• Child Abuse check (renewed yearly)
• Current Standard First Aid with CPR C

The following additional requirements are necessary in order to be considered an active Search and Rescue volunteer. You must be willing to fulfill these requirements in a reasonable time frame:

• Obtain Ground Search and Rescue – Basic course through OFC
• Obtain Ground Search and Rescue Winter Survival course through OFC
• Be willing to participate in additional training opportunities (both monthly training expectations as well as any additional opportunities as needed)
• You must purchase and maintain essential clothing and equipment, including your own 24-hour survival pack which is required for all events, both training and rescue.

Application Process

If you have decided this opportunity is great fit for you, then please contact BRSARA using the Contact page of this website, including your email address and your phone number (we will contact you by email unless you request to be contacted by phone).

After receiving your request, we will respond with a Volunteer Application form. Please return a physical copy of this form to the address as indicated at the top of the form, along with a cover letter and three professional references. If the application is approved, you will be contacted for an interview. Please bring originals of all required certificates, including criminal record check and proof of Standard First Aid with you to the interview.