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.

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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.

Meet our Team

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Know before you go.

Search and Rescue incidents in British Columbia are increasing, and the Alberni Valley Rescue Squad is committed to providing support for safe outdoor adventuring through education and advocacy. We are happy to help our community stay safe, and our members are available at no cost for educational talks for your group or school. Please get in touch with us at education@avrs.ca

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Support our work, get involved

Learn about how to volunteer with us, contribute to our fundraising efforts, or support us as a corporation or business. We value the relationship we have with our community: your donations and time help us help you!

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Latest News

Visit AVRS on social media to see news from training and SAR tasks

As cold Arctic air settles into our area this week, how are you adapting what you wear and take with you on your outdoor adventures? Expect changing conditions and freezing at low altitudes. Check a few weather reports before heading out! #bcsara #av
In the early morning of Wednesday January 20th, the Alberni Valley Rescue Squad was tasked with locating a missing hiker who had become separated from their group mid afternoon in the Roger Creek trails area. The subject’s hiking party attempte
On Sunday afternoon, AVRS was tasked with the rescue of three hikers from the south side of Mount Arrowsmith. One hiker sustained significant injuries and another was seriously injured. In a joint effort with Arrowsmith Search and Rescue, the hikers

 

Contact us.

info@avrs.ca
(250) 723-3260

PO Box 1137
Port Alberni, BC V9Y 7L9