Grants and Contributions:
Title:
GSAR GAP Analysis, Training and Technology: Interoperability in Inland Water Interface to Command
Agreement Number:
24011
Agreement Value:
$763,743.00
Agreement Date:
Oct 3, 2024 - Aug 30, 2027
Description:
This project will research, develop, and deliver training on near-water and inland water search and rescue for Ground Search and Rescue responders, as this is an identified gap in response efforts. This project will also include Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Search Management tools to enhance collaboration for joint Search and Rescue response across agencies regarding Inland Water training needs.
Organization:
Public Safety Canada
Expected Results:
The outcomes of this project include improving collaboration in the search and rescue community between local, regional, and national community members. This project will also train ground search and rescue responders in near-water and inland water search and rescue, which will make response efforts more effective at all levels.
Location:
Porcupine Plain, Saskatchewan, CA S0E 1H0
Reference Number:
088-2024-2025-Q3-00066
Agreement Type:
Contribution
Report Type:
Grants and Contributions
Recipient Type:
Not-for-profit organization or charity
Recipient's Operating Name:
Search and Rescue Saskatchewan Association of Volunteers
Recipient's Legal Name:
Search and Rescue Saskatchewan Association of Volunteers
Federal Riding Name:
Yorkton–Melville
Federal Riding Number:
47014
Program:
(SAR NIF) Search and Rescue New Initiatives Fund
Program Purpose:
SAR NIF provides annual funding for projects that will improve the National Search and Rescue Program. SAR NIF projects must address at least one of the National SAR Program Annual Priorities.