This investment will help the team be more efficient while trying to save your life.
Southwest New Brunswick MP Karen Ludwig announced $397,053 in federal funding for the Greater Fundy Ground Search and Rescue.
The investment was made from the Search and Rescue New Initiatives Fund (SAR NIF).
MP @KarenLudwigMP making announcement of NIF Grant to Greater Fundy Ground Search and Rescue @GFGSAR to work on FUNDY FOOTPATH PRE PLAN which has brought training and equipment to our search area pic.twitter.com/RHrnnlT12i
— Greater Fundy GSAR (@GFGSAR) October 12, 2018
Ludwig told the crowd search and rescue is a complex and extremely challenging line of work.
“In order to best support the search and rescue community, we need tools that help ensure Canada has the best system possible. I am pleased to see this funding provided to the Greater Fundy Ground Search and Rescue to help ensure an effective and capable response in the region.”
The funding will provide specialized training for more volunteers and local police in the area, enhancing the rescue response along the Fundy Footpath wilderness trail.
It also includes improved communication tools and the development of standardized procedures.
(Photo Credit: Greater Fundy Ground Search & Rescue Facebook)
