It is not uncommon for SAR volunteers to feel distressed when searches end without success, with the recovery of a deceased subject, or when a successful search has highly emotional triggers.  Our team is ready to support you, no matter the reason #CISMSaturday #BCSAR #CISM

#SAR Volunteers, your bravery is invaluable! ⛑️ We know the mental health challenges you face. Help us improve support by taking a 15-20 min anonymous survey from the University of Regina 📝 Start here: uregina.eu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_bk… Your voice matters—let's make it heard! #SAR #MentalHealth

Sometimes self-care is hitting a new personal record, eating your favorite foods or watching your fave movie. Sometimes self-care means doing nothing at all and knowing that's okay too! And what better day than #NationalLazyDay to take some R&R time for yourself! #CISMSaturday

Tough callouts require us to function at a high level - sometimes for long periods of time. It is important to know & respect your limits. If you need to step away, do so. Safety for self is a top priority - including physical & emotional safety. #CISMSaturday #ItsOKtoSayNO

Thousands of volunteers are on standby, daily, waiting to provide SAR support. Your CISM team is as well. We provide team debriefs, one-on-one interventions and can even support members virtually when needed. ANYONE can activate our services for members in need. #CISMSaturday

Good food goes far! Be sure to fuel your body with hearty and healthy options whether you're out in the field or hanging out at home, the right foods help keep our bodies & brains in tip-top shape. Enjoy #NationalTrailMixDay with a high-fiber and protein-rich snack! #CISMSaturday

It’s the back to School time of year, so why not exercise our SAR brains and schedule an Education and Awareness session with BCSARA CISM! To do so email [email protected], and its Free and no Task required! #CISMSaturday #BCSAR #CISM

Training, for some search and rescue groups in B.C., includes urban settings. Fact: more than 450,000 hours are clocked each year by SAR volunteer members with training, responding & outdoor education. #bcsar #urban 📸 South Fraser Search and Rescue #FAQ ➡️ bcsara.com/faq/

National Soberity Day! A common response to stressful situations is to crack a cold one, honoring today, maybe try a non-alcoholic version of your favourite go-tos! #CISMSaturday #BCSAR #CISM

Fundraising comes in all shapes and sizes, and flavours! 🍎 Check out this awesome story! Taves Estate Cidery & CFVSAR are teaming up once again to transform backyard apples into a cider used to help raise funds for life-saving equipment. #apples #fundraiser agassizharrisonobserver.com/home/apple-ini…

Congrats Bella Coola Valley SAR for receiving the 2023 John MacGregor Memorial Award. Honoring the bravery of SAR volunteers in BC, this award recognizes outstanding efforts in a rescue mission. The award was presented by MacGregor's family & BCSARA coastmountainnews.com/home/bella-coo…

Now hiring: BCSARA Communications Coordinator. Responsibilities include creating reports, newsletters, website content, managing press info, developing social media content, webinar support, +. Join us! #CommunicationsCoordinator Apply by: 2024/09/27 ziprecruiter.com/jobs/pivot-hr-…

Feeling out of touch? It's locate an old friend day and Suicide awareness month, don’t be afraid to reach out to someone you maybe haven't spoken with in awhile, you may be the difference in their life. #CISMSaturday #BCSAR #CISM

Children often embrace the wonders of the outdoors, to enjoy fresh air & explore with curiosity. “Hug-a-Tree & Survive” is an AdventureSmart program that helps lost children survive in the woods. Learn more BC AdventureSmart & 🔗 adventuresmart.ca/programs/hug-a…