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Title:

Search and Rescue Prevention Indigenous Engagement

Agreement Number:

3564298

Agreement Value:

$122,144.75

Agreement Date:

Mar 23, 2019 - Mar 31, 2021

Description:

The British Columbia Search and Rescue Association (BCSARA) proposes to review Search and Rescue (SAR) prevention programs and materials by consulting with Indigenous organizations to ensure cultural appropriateness. The consultation will also provide recommendations on future initiatives and specific materials for use by Indigenous communities to help reduce the number and severity of SAR incidents.

Organization:

Public Safety Canada

Expected Results:

The immediate outcomes of the proposed project will be the review and adoption of culturally appropriate Search and Rescue (SAR) prevention materials.

Intermediate Outcomes: Increased relationships between Indigenous communities, Search and Rescue (SAR) prevention practitioners and SAR groups throughout BC. These relationships will be integral in reducing the number and severity of SAR incidents across BC.

Long Term Outcomes: The key long term outcome from the proposed project will be a marked reduction in the frequency and severity of Search and Rescue (SAR) incidents.

Location:

Sidney , British Columbia, CA V8L 3S6

Reference Number:

214-2020-2021-Q1-0036

Agreement Type:

Contribution

Report Type:

Grants and Contributions

Recipient Type:

Not-for-profit organization or charity

Additional Information:

File Number: SN201912 Due to the COVID-19 response. the recipient is requesting for an extensions to March 31, 2021. Additionally, the recipient is requesting an increase in the sum of $4,644.75 for FY 2020-21.

Amendment Date

Apr 29, 2020

Recipient's Legal Name:

British Columbia

Research Organization:

British Columbia Search and Rescue Association

Federal Riding Name:

Saanich--Gulf Islands

Federal Riding Number:

59027

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.
Potential applicants must contact one of the federal, provincial or territorial SAR partners to express interest in the program and develop proposals that address program and partner priorities.

Amendments:

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