If you require search and rescue services, please dial 9-1-1 and ask for police.

A skilled, volunteer-based search and rescue team serving our community 24 hours a day, 365 days a year

We are here for you wherever you adventure.

The Alberni Valley Rescue Squad provides search and rescue services in a variety of settings. Our volunteers are trained in ground search and rescue in our regional terrain including forest, mountains, and backroads; helicopter operations; rope rescue, swiftwater rescue; light urban search and rescue; civil emergency services, and outdoor safety education and advocacy.

There is never a charge for search and rescue service in British Columbia.