Castlegar Search and Rescue

06/09/2026

Members of CSAR’s Swiftwater team met in Revelstoke two weeks ago for Raftex 2026. This was a Swiftwater and rafting jamboree hosted by RevSAR, and was attended by upwards of 70 Swiftwater Rescue Technicians from teams all across BC. Participants engaged in skill and team building competitions including raft flips, throw bagging, rescue assist rope systems and rescue swims. Of course, there were opportunities for some seriously fun rafting on the local rivers, including a fantastic run down the Illecillewaet on Sunday morning. Thank you so much to Revelstoke Search and Rescue for hosting such a fun event ⛑️🚣🏼‍♀️

06/03/2026

CSAR will be attending this years Castlegar Sunfest parade on Saturday June 6th at 11am. We hope to see you there 👋

Its finally here....Sunfest this weekend! Its going to be a great one. Dont forget the park will be full of vendors and the stage full of great FREE entertainment all weekend. Eagle eyes playing Friday night and The Hip replacments playing Saturday night 6-8 with the fireworks afterwards at Millennium park. Also dont miss the parade Sat morning at 11 and the Kids day on Sunday with Ira Pettle taking the stage and the Supercats kids wrapping up the weekend.
With numerous other events happening all over town, too!

05/18/2026

Last weeks Wednesday night all member training simulated a practice scenario for two missing subjects that flipped their canoe on the Columbia river right at Millennium Park in Castlegar.

The team mobilized 14 members that included swift water technicians, jet boat operators, drone team, ground team and operations team to locate the subjects, provide medical aid and extract the subjects from river.

Thank you too our volunteers who acted as subjects and to all members who participated ⛑️🚤

05/14/2026

Thanks to BC AdventureSmart and British Columbia Search and Rescue Association for always sharing great safety tips. We hope everyone stays safe out there this long weekend!

Headed outdoors this long weekend? Preparedness matters regardless of your activity or destination. 🏕️⛰️🚵

Before you head out:
✔️ Leave a trip plan with someone you trust
✔️ Check weather, terrain, and local conditions
✔️ Carry essential gear and extra supplies
✔️ Be prepared for limited or no cell service
✔️ Know your location and understand rescue response times may vary

A little preparation can make a huge difference and helps ensure everyone gets home safely.

Thank you to and for continuing to promote outdoor safety and preparedness across the province. Stay safe and enjoy the long weekend! 💛🖤

05/14/2026

Training Announcement:
CSAR is conducting training tonight at Millennium Park and surrounding areas from 18:30-21:30

05/11/2026

CSAR would like to extend our gratitude for the organizers of this year's Castlegar Spring Fling as well as all of the community who came out to show us support and check out our boat and seadoos. Thank you!!

05/11/2026

04/16/2026

CSAR will be attending this years Spring Fling on May 2nd at Kinsmen Park in downtown Castlegar 😊
Come out and say hi, ask us questions, and see what we do! We will be there all day 🥳

Castlegar Spring Fling

03/16/2026

What a great event! Thank you to Special Olympics BC - Castlegar and BC RCMP for inviting us to participate ⛑️

Castlegar Special Olympics took part in the provinical Law Enforcement Polar Plunge Fundraiser, that brings the community together for a fun spring challenge...

03/16/2026

On Saturday, CSAR organized our 2026 regional avalanche response scenario with members from 6 other local SAR teams ❄️
CSAR would like to thank all 50+ members (and our subjects) who attended this large-scale scenario event. Working alongside other regional teams in trainings like these, helps to strengthen our response capabilities so we can better serve our communities in the backcountry 😊
Thank you to Rossland Search and Rescue, South Columbia Search and Rescue, Creston Valley Search and Rescue, Nelson Search and Rescue, Kaslo Search and Rescue, & Grand Forks Search and Rescue for attending!