Applications are now OPEN!

Applications for COSAR’s 2024 Member In Training Program close at midnight on September 30, 2024.

Please submit your application in full as soon as possible. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed. Due to the large volume of applications, we will only be contacting those applicants who make it on to the next round of the process.

Commitment

Before applying, please be aware that we expect a minimum contribution of 200 hours per year. Many of our volunteers contribute well over 1,000 hours annually. And yes, this is a volunteer position! 

If the time commitment hasn’t scared you off, we welcome you to continue with your application.

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Criteria:

  • Must be 18 years of age or older
  • Must be in good physical and mental health and pass an interview
  • Provide personal resume with references at interview
  • Provide acceptable class 5 driver’s license abstract at interview
  • RCMP Criminal Record Check at interview

Recruitment Details

We typically recruit Members In Training every two years. 

All MITs will undergo a probationary period at which point the Executive Team will review each applicant for recommendation as an operational COSAR team member.

Training

New members are required to complete the Ground Search and Rescue (GSAR) course within their first year, as it serves as the foundational requirement for all operational search and rescue technicians.

Ongoing training is then expected after a member has successfully integrated into the team to ensure they remain competent and reliable in the field.

Expectations

COSAR members are on call 24/7, and operational members are expected to respond to at least 50% of tasks/callouts and attend the majority of training events, typically held on Thursday nights from 6:30 pm to 9:00 pm.

Consistent participation in both tasks and training is essential for honing skills, fostering teamwork, and building trust—critical components in saving lives as part of our dedicated team.

Join Us for ou Open House!

We’re hosting an Open House on September 12, 2024, from 18:30 to 21:00 at 49.9508385, -119.3690203 (4680 Old Vernon Rd.)

Come meet the team, explore what we do, and get all your questions answered. We look forward to seeing you there!