Prince George Search and Rescue

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The Prince George Search and Rescue Society (PGSAR) is a registered non-profit organization operating in and around the Prince George region. PGSAR is manned solely by volunteers who respond 24/7, all year round, in all types of weather conditions. Members are unpaid professionals highly trained in wilderness skills and technical rescue.

We are tasked by the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP), Coroner Service of British Columbia, and British Columbia Ambulance Service (BCAS) in a variety of search and rescue functions. As members of a provincial team, we are sometimes asked to assist in other areas of the province as well.

How we are activated

Prince George Search and Rescue is activated by emergency services. If this is an emergency, please contact 9-11 and they will activate our team as needed.

Please note there is no cost for search and rescue! You do not need to wait 24 hours to report someone as missing. The sooner they are reported, the sooner we can help!

For non-emergency contact, please see the contact tab at the top of the webpage.

Non-Emergency Contact

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Prince George Search and Rescue is with Tourism Prince George and City of Prince George.

4 hours ago

Huge thank you, Prince George! ❤️🧦Just 3 days left to grab your pair and support PGSAR!Your incredible support of Mr. PG sock sales this February has made a real impact for Prince George Search and Rescue.Because of your purchases, we’re excited to share that proceeds from this month’s sales will go directly toward upgrading our aging AEDs and ensuring both of our response trucks are equipped with two new ZOLL AED units.These lifesaving devices are critical tools for our volunteers whether we’re responding in the backcountry or supporting events here in our community. Your support helps us stay prepared when seconds matter most.There are still a few days left in February to grab your pair! You can purchase socks at the Tourism Prince George Visitor Centre, located at Canada Games Way beneath the library in the Civic Centre.Let’s finish the month strong and continue showing what makes this community so special. 💛#PGSAR #PrinceGeorgeBC #CommunityStrong #MrPGSocks ... See MoreSee Less

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23 hours ago

Ice conditions are fluctuating greatly in the region. If you're headed onto ice make sure to have the proper gear and know how to use it. Consider taking an ice rescue course.Carry a throwbag/PFD/Ice Awls. Make sure you have a travel plan with a trusted friend that knows where you are heading and when to expect you back by. ... See MoreSee Less

Freeze-thaw cycles create deadly conditions with B.C. lakes and rivers this Winter Two snowmobilers lost their lives near Anahim Lake after breaking through the ice on Charlotte Lake on February 17, 2026, a tragedy that highlights the dangers of this year's unstable ice conditions. Search Manager Dave Merritt of Prince George Search and Rescue says a pattern of cold spells followed by significant warming has made ice across the region thinner and less predictable than usual, with hidden springs and snow cover making it impossible to judge thickness by sight alone. Both Merritt and the RCMP are urging the public to be prepared, take an ice rescue course, and consider avoiding frozen lakes and rivers entirely for activities like snowmobiling, ice fishing, and snowshoeing.

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4 days ago

PGSAR members are looking forward to connecting with outdoor adventurers tomorrow evening at Avalanche Awareness Night! ... See MoreSee Less

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5 days ago

Be searchable!Today, PGSAR put into service a new helicopter-mounted RECCO detector, the third in British Columbia, and sixth such device in Canada. What does this detector do? The RECCO detector sends out a directional radio wave that reflects off passive (unpowered) RECCO reflectors commonly found in ski clothing, boots, and an assortment of outdoor equipment. When a lost person is known or suspected to have a RECCO reflector on them, we can employ this technology to search a wide swath of terrain in significantly less time than traditional ground searching. While having a RECCO reflector does not replace leaving a detailed trip plan, bringing essential safety and communications equipment, and being prepared in case of an emergency, adding RECCO to your kit increases options for SAR finding you if you are lost. PGSAR is excited to add this tool to our toolbox, bringing RECCO search capabilities to northern British Columbia.Recco Advanced Rescue Technology BC AdventureSmart ... See MoreSee Less

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1 week ago

Avalanche Awareness Night is coming up on Monday - the whole community is welcome!Do you spend time outside in the winter? Do you like snacks and swag? This is the event for you!Learn, socialize, drink, eat and become more familiar with the tools and resources available to make smarter decisions in avalanche terrain. No experience necessary! This free community event is sponsored by PGSAR, Ruckus, Avalanche Canada, Trench Brewing and OVERhang. ... See MoreSee Less

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